Shortwave

AI-powered email client for Gmail

An email client for Gmail with an AI assistant that searches, summarizes and drafts emails, plus bundles and to-do style inbox management.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android

Categories: Productivity, AI

Shortwave is an alternative to

Gmail · Google Inbox · Superhuman

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Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Shortwave	Free plan	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Superhuman	Paid	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Spark	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Canary Mail	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Mimestream	Paid	–	–	Mac
HEY	Paid	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Mailspring	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux

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Questions

Is Shortwave free?

Shortwave is free to start, with paid plans.

What platforms does Shortwave run on?

Shortwave is available for Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android.

What are some alternatives to Shortwave?

Similar indie products include Superhuman, Spark, Canary Mail, Mimestream and 4 more.

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