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Cora alternatives
Cora compared with 5 alternatives: Fyxer, Jace AI, Inbox Zero, SaneBox and Shortwave.
Cora is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $20 per month, billed annually ($240); $25 billed monthly. 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| CoraThis tool | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Fyxer | Free plan · from $37/mo | Yes | Web |
| Jace AI | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Inbox Zero | Free trial · from $18/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| SaneBox | Free trial · from $6.99/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Shortwave | Free plan · from $18/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Cora
- Free plan · from $37/mo
Fyxer
AI assistant that sorts email, drafts replies and takes meeting notes
- Fyxer starts at $37 per person / month, billed annually ($49 billed monthly). Cora starts at $20 per month, billed annually ($240); $25 billed monthly.
- Fyxer has a free plan. Cora does not, though it has a free trial.
- Fyxer also covers meeting notes, transcription and booking links.
- Cora also covers tasks.
Suits: Client-facing professionals with a high volume of email
- Free trial · from $20/mo
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). Cora starts at $20 per month, billed annually ($240); $25 billed monthly.
- Jace AI also covers email client, workflow automation and AI agents.
- Cora also covers tasks.
Suits: Professionals handling a high volume of email in Gmail or Outlook
- Free trial · from $18/mo
Inbox Zero
Open source AI email assistant for Gmail and Outlook
- Inbox Zero starts at $18 per user / month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly). Cora starts at $20 per month, billed annually ($240); $25 billed monthly.
- Only Inbox Zero lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Only Inbox Zero lists a browser extension.
- Inbox Zero is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Inbox Zero also covers email client and workflow automation.
Suits: Gmail and Outlook users who want mail sorted and replies drafted for them
- Free trial · from $6.99/mo
SaneBox
AI email filtering that works inside the email app you already use
- SaneBox starts at $6.99 per month, or $58.99 per year (App Store in-app prices). Cora starts at $20 per month, billed annually ($240); $25 billed monthly.
- Only SaneBox lists iOS and Android apps.
- SaneBox also covers workflow automation.
- Cora also covers chat assistant and tasks.
Suits: People who want to keep their current email app and add smarter filtering
- Free plan · from $18/mo
Shortwave
AI email client for Gmail with an assistant, filters and split inbox
- Shortwave starts at $18 per seat / month (Pro, the individual plan). Cora starts at $20 per month, billed annually ($240); $25 billed monthly.
- Shortwave has a free plan. Cora does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Shortwave lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Shortwave also covers AI search, templates and email client.
- Cora also covers tasks and inbox filtering.
Suits: Gmail and Google Workspace users who want AI to triage and draft email
Limits worth knowing in Cora
- Gmail and Google Workspace only: the site says Outlook and other email providers are not supported yet.
- There is no free plan. The pricing FAQ gives a 7-day free trial, while the help center's plans article says 14 days.
- Professional covers 2 email accounts; adding more needs Unlimited at $39 a month billed annually.
- Cora only handles mail that arrives after it is turned on, so it does not clear an existing backlog.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Cora?
The alternatives to Cora in this directory are Fyxer, Jace AI, Inbox Zero, SaneBox and Shortwave. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Cora.
Is there a free alternative to Cora?
Yes. Fyxer and Shortwave have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Cora alternatives work on Windows?
The Cora listing does not include a Windows app. Inbox Zero and Shortwave list one.
Which Cora alternatives work on macOS?
The Cora listing does not include a macOS app. Inbox Zero and Shortwave list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Cora?
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 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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