Alternatives · Email
Mimestream alternatives
Mimestream compared with 8 alternatives: Spark Mail, Superhuman Mail, Shortwave, Airmail, Apple Mail and 3 more.
Mimestream is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly. 5 of the 8 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
8 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| MimestreamThis tool | Free trial · from $49.99/yr | Trial only | macOS |
| Spark Mail | Free plan · from $8.25/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Superhuman Mail | From $25/mo | No | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Shortwave | Free plan · from $18/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Airmail | Free plan · from $7.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Apple Mail | Free plan · from $0.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS |
| Kiwi for Gmail | Free trial · from $4/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| MailMate | Free trial · from $10/mo | Trial only | macOS |
| Marco | Free | Free | Web, macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from Mimestream
- Free plan · from $8.25/mo
Spark Mail
Email client with a unified smart inbox, AI tools and team features
- Spark Mail starts at $8.25 per user / month, billed annually ($99 / year). Mimestream starts at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly.
- Spark Mail has a free plan. Mimestream does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Spark Mail lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Spark Mail also covers meeting notes, calendar and shared inbox.
- Mimestream also covers Markdown.
Suits: People juggling several email accounts across desktop and phone
- From $25/mo
Superhuman Mail
Keyboard-driven email client for Gmail and Outlook with built-in AI
- Superhuman Mail starts at $25 per member / month, billed annually ($30 billed monthly). Mimestream starts at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly.
- Only Superhuman Mail lists a web app.
- Only Superhuman Mail lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Only Superhuman Mail lists a browser extension.
- Superhuman Mail also covers calendar and booking links.
Suits: People on Gmail or Outlook who work through a high volume of email
- 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). Mimestream starts at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly.
- Shortwave has a free plan. Mimestream does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Shortwave lists a web app.
- Only Shortwave lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Shortwave also covers chat assistant and AI search.
Suits: Gmail and Google Workspace users who want AI to triage and draft email
- Free plan · from $7.99/mo
Airmail
Customizable email client for iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Airmail starts at $7.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (US App Store in-app prices). Mimestream starts at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly.
- Airmail has a free plan. Mimestream does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Airmail lists an iOS app.
- Airmail can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Airmail also covers inbox filtering.
Suits: Apple users who want to tailor swipes, actions and layout in their email app
- Free plan · from $0.99/mo
Apple Mail
Free built-in email app for iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Apple Mail starts at $0.99 per month (iCloud+ with 50 GB). Mimestream starts at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly.
- Apple Mail has a free plan. Mimestream does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Apple Mail lists a web app.
- Only Apple Mail lists an iOS app.
- Apple Mail also covers inbox filtering.
Suits: iPhone, iPad and Mac owners who want a mail app at no cost
- Free trial · from $4/mo
Kiwi for Gmail
Desktop app that runs Gmail and Google Workspace outside the browser
- Kiwi for Gmail starts at $4 per month (Starter; monthly or annual billing basis not confirmed). Mimestream starts at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly.
- Only Kiwi for Gmail lists a Windows app.
- Kiwi for Gmail also covers inbox filtering.
- Mimestream also covers Markdown and templates.
Suits: Heavy Gmail users who want email out of the browser
- Free trial · from $10/mo
MailMate
Keyboard-driven IMAP email client for macOS with Markdown composing
- MailMate starts at $10 every 3 months (local-currency equivalent plus any VAT). Mimestream starts at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly.
- Mimestream also covers templates.
Suits: Mac users who prefer writing email in plain text or Markdown
- Free
Marco
Free, offline-first email client for Mac, iPhone and web
- Marco is free. Mimestream starts at $49.99 per year, or $4.99 billed monthly.
- Marco has a free plan. Mimestream does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Marco lists a web app.
- Only Marco lists an iOS app.
- Mimestream also covers Markdown and templates.
Suits: People who want an email client without AI writing features
Limits worth knowing in Mimestream
- Mac only: it requires macOS 12 Monterey or newer, and the site lists no iOS, Windows or web version.
- Built for Gmail accounts; the site does not mention support for other email providers.
- Subscription only, with no one-time purchase, and an active subscription is required to keep using the app.
- A license covers up to 5 devices, and monthly plans are not refundable.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Mimestream?
The alternatives to Mimestream in this directory are Spark Mail, Superhuman Mail, Shortwave, Airmail, Apple Mail, Kiwi for Gmail, MailMate and Marco. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Mimestream.
Is there a free alternative to Mimestream?
Yes. Marco is free to use. Spark Mail, Shortwave, Airmail and Apple Mail have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Mimestream alternatives work on Windows?
The Mimestream listing does not include a Windows app. Spark Mail, Superhuman Mail, Shortwave and Kiwi for Gmail list one.
Which Mimestream alternatives work on Android?
The Mimestream listing does not include an Android app. Spark Mail, Superhuman Mail and Shortwave list one.
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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