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Compose AI alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Compose AI alternative is MailMaestro (2.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.

Compose AI compared with 5 alternatives: MailMaestro, Ellie, Fyxer, Jace AI and Inbox Zero.

Compose AI's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Compose AIThis toolFree planYesBrowser extension
MailMaestroFree plan · from $12/moYesBrowser extension
EllieFree trial · from $19/moTrial onlyWeb, Browser extension
FyxerFree plan · from $37/moYesWeb
Jace AIFree trial · from $20/moTrial onlyWeb
Inbox ZeroFree trial · from $18/moTrial onlyWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from Compose AI

  1. MailMaestro

    AI email writing and inbox assistant for Outlook and Gmail

    • MailMaestro starts at $12 per seat / month, billed annually ($15 billed monthly).
    • MailMaestro also covers templates, email client and inbox filtering.
    • MailMaestro does not cover long-form writing, which Compose AI does.

    Suits: Outlook and Gmail users who write many repetitive emails

    MailMaestro vs Compose AIMailMaestro pricing and details

  2. Ellie

    AI that drafts email replies in your voice for Gmail and Outlook

    • Ellie starts at $19 per month (Casual, billed monthly).
    • Ellie has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Compose AI.
    • Ellie also lists a web app.
    • Ellie also covers templates, email client and inbox filtering.
    • Ellie does not cover text expansion and long-form writing, which Compose AI does.

    Suits: Professionals who reply to many similar emails each day

    Ellie vs Compose AIEllie pricing and details

  3. Fyxer

    AI assistant that sorts email, drafts replies and takes meeting notes

    • Fyxer starts at $37 per person / month, billed annually ($49 billed monthly).
    • Fyxer also lists a web app.
    • Fyxer lists no browser extension, which Compose AI has.
    • Fyxer also covers meeting notes, transcription, chat assistant, booking links and inbox filtering.
    • Fyxer does not cover text expansion and long-form writing, which Compose AI does.

    Suits: Client-facing professionals with a high volume of email

    Fyxer vs Compose AIFyxer pricing and details

  4. Jace AI

    AI email agent with a web inbox for Gmail and Outlook

    • Jace AI starts at $20 per month, billed yearly ($25 billed monthly).
    • Jace AI has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Compose AI.
    • Jace AI also lists a web app.
    • Jace AI lists no browser extension, which Compose AI has.
    • Jace AI also covers chat assistant, email client, inbox filtering, workflow automation and AI agents.

    Suits: Professionals handling a high volume of email in Gmail or Outlook

    Jace AI vs Compose AIJace AI pricing and details

  5. Inbox Zero

    Open source AI email assistant for Gmail and Outlook

    • Inbox Zero starts at $18 per user / month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
    • Inbox Zero has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Compose AI.
    • Inbox Zero also lists a web app and macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Inbox Zero is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Inbox Zero also covers chat assistant, email client, inbox filtering and workflow automation.

    Suits: Gmail and Outlook users who want mail sorted and replies drafted for them

    Inbox Zero vs Compose AIInbox Zero pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Compose AI

  • The pricing page loads its plans with JavaScript and could not be read, so no premium price is listed.
  • It is a Chrome plugin; the site mentions no other browsers or standalone apps.
  • The site footer shows a 2024 copyright, and the homepage mentions no recent updates.
  • It is a general writing tool, not an email client: it has no inbox of its own.
Compose AI pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Compose AI?

The alternatives to Compose AI in this directory are MailMaestro, Ellie, Fyxer, Jace AI and Inbox Zero. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Compose AI.

Is there a free alternative to Compose AI?

Yes. MailMaestro and Fyxer have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Compose AI alternatives work on Windows?

The Compose AI listing does not include a Windows app. Inbox Zero lists one.

Which Compose AI alternatives work on macOS?

The Compose AI listing does not include a macOS app. Inbox Zero lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Compose AI?

Inbox Zero is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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