Since the advent of the first electronic mailboxes Many years have passed, but no one is going to stop using e-mail - it is a convenient tool not only for communication, but also for work. Event notifications, reminders, newsletters and everyday business correspondence- all this is combined in one place. To accomplish as much as possible more advanced email clients have been created in one place. Such as Airmail for Mac. I will tell you about the third generation of one of the best mailers in this review.
I don’t have that many mailboxes, only 4 of them. All of them are tailored for specific tasks, so each needs its own approach - setting up and customizing accounts usually takes a lot of time. But not with Airmail. The initial launch is standard for everyone - you need to select a service and enter data account. Airmail is compatible out of the box with Gmail, iCloud, Yahoo, Exchange and Outlook, as well as IMAP and POP3. Three out of four of my mailboxes are on Gmail, so logging in and synchronizing is done in a few clicks.
The main program window is divided into three zones: a sidebar with accounts and folders, a message bar, and a window displaying the contents of messages. Looks like standard Mail on Mac, but Airmail has a cooler design. At the same time, in the settings you can select themes that change the display and layout of elements on the main screen. And in general, in terms of customization, Airmail seemed to me the most convenient among all other clients. You can understand what's what even despite dozens of items in each settings tab.
I had already used Airmail 2 before, having tried a bunch of other email clients before it. I liked this one because of its ease of execution and setup, but soon I returned to my native Mail. All because of the strange notification system - badges for new messages were constantly hanging in the Dock, although they shouldn’t have been, notifications about letters arrived with delays or even selectively, and in the notification center the badges were constantly disappearing unread messages. Without even understanding the situation, I switched to Apple's standard email application and have not regretted it until today.
Now I’ve allocated more time to Airmail, and at the same time I looked at the list of changes in the 3rd version of the client, which turned out to be a lot. One of the innovations is the ability to mark recipients with the “VIP” mark, thereby receiving notifications only from them - a kind of option for correspondence in which nothing should distract. I still don’t understand how else this function is useful - even the support staff couldn’t really explain why it was needed.
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I don’t receive very many letters, so I hardly use sorting. I note only what is really important, and this is a maximum of two or three letters out of a couple of dozen. I immediately send the rest to the archive so as not to get confused among the many letters. Therefore, it is especially important for me good search by content. Airmail 3 copes with this very well - no complaints. The algorithm works quickly and without questions, search necessary information usually takes no more than ten seconds.
As befits a modern email client, working with letters in Airmail is also designed for swipes. By swiping the bars left or right, you can archive or delete messages. You can also customize all actions, so there shouldn’t be any problems adapting to larger versions of email clients after mobile ones. But there are also more possibilities here: setting up sorting, smart replies and displaying letters in the form of dialogues, as well as integration with various services like Trello or a regular calendar.
The secret of updating to the third version if the previous one was installed on the Mac still remains unsolved. Our editor-in-chief - Jonas Rozhkov - came face to face with the problem: on Mac App Store The Open button in front of the application lights up, although the update has not even arrived, but when clicked it starts old version postman. As practice has shown, forcibly rebooting applications and even the system did not help - you will have to tear down Airmail 2 and check again. But there are no problems with a previously purchased but not installed client.
I'm happy with the new Airmail. Although it has not undergone significant changes, there are fewer bugs and shortcomings in it - I like the way it works. And the developers’ policy finally pleases with its loyalty, because you can upgrade from the previous version of the client completely free of charge. And for those who still haven’t bought Airmail, I advise you to take a closer look at it - it’s really good.
Standard Apple applications are enough for most. This applies not only to the email client, but also to notes, reminders, calendar and music player. However, standard Mail is only as good as it is when compared to third-party apps. The site's editors took a look at several major alternatives to the macOS email client.
Airmail
The developers position Airmail as “the fastest mail client for Mac" and at least they don’t disappoint. The app is fast, smooth and looks good - just like other alternatives. But Airmail is also a feature client, which has features not found in the standard client.
In Airmail you can write letters in Markdown and HTML, there is support third party applications(OmniFocus, Things, Wunderlist and others) and support for AppleScript scripts. Incoming emails can be sorted into To Do folders ( current tasks), Done (completed) and Memo (notes).
The application was recently released in an iOS version. One of the client's disadvantages is the price. The version for macOS costs $9.99, for iOS - $4.99.
Pros:
- Support for third party applications.
- Speed of work.
- Supports standard Gmail hotkeys.
Cons:
- Price.
- Problems with IMAP folders.
- Lack of some features available in other email clients.
Postbox
Postbox has been around almost since its launch Mac App Store. Externally, the client is similar to standard Mail and Mozilla Thunderbird. However, in a recent update appearance Postbox has changed noticeably.
The advantage of Postbox is its functionality. The client supports working with multiple email accounts simultaneously, searching by attachments, and reply templates. The user can respond to letters by clicking on the button with templates and selecting one of the appropriate options.
Postbox costs $15 and can only be purchased from the developer’s website. You can also download there trial version and use it for free for 30 days. In addition, there is a two-month money-back guarantee - in fact, the client can be used for free for three months.
Pros:
- Functionality.
- Ability to respond with pre-created templates.
- Trial period.
Cons:
- No client for iOS.
- Overloaded interface.
- Lack of Exchange support.
Polymail
Polymail only left the testing stage a month ago, but has managed to establish itself as one of the best email clients. The developers managed to combine a simple interface and abundance interesting features. For example, Polymail shows read notifications for sent messages and can schedule sending at the right time.
The advantages of Polymail include regular updates - developers are constantly fixing bugs and introducing new functions. Unlike alternatives, Polymail is free in both macOS and iOS versions. There is no paid functionality.
Pros:
- Ability to receive notifications when messages are read.
- You can postpone sending letters “for later”.
- The application is free.
Cons:
- There are still minor bugs.
- Sometimes the application does not send notifications about new messages.
Mail Pilot
According to the developers, Mail Pilot is a client aimed at maximum productivity. It has a simple interface, despite this, the application combines an email client and a task manager. The client is available in versions for macOS, iOS, and watchOS.
In Mail Pilot, you can combine letters into lists, making it easier to work with large tasks. The price for productivity is high - the macOS version costs $19.99, the mobile version costs $9.99.
Pros:
- Supports the entire Apple ecosystem.
- Email client and task manager in one application.
- Nice interface.
Cons:
- The non-standard approach to the email client may not suit some users.
- High price.
Complaints about Gmail's mediocre experience and the need to periodically clear the attachment cache aside, Mail is one of the best email clients for macOS. For many - the best, because it is standard.
All the benefits of Mail are tied to the Apple ecosystem. You can search for emails in Spotlight, send replies from the notification center, and sign documents directly from the app.
Pros:
- Standard Apple application.
- For free.
- There is support for macOS, iOS, watchOS.
Cons:
- Mediocre experience with Gmail, especially on iOS.
- Less functionality compared to third-party clients.
Do you often receive and send mail? In this article, we decided to collect the best email clients for the OS X operating system, which will make working with email easier. We present the most functional and high-quality email clients.
The structure of this email client is very similar to the native Mail app, but Airmail 2 is different from standard application appearance and the presence of numerous settings.
Let's add to all this a set of different design themes and a markdown email editor.
The email client is primarily intended for users who like standard client mail in OS X, but they want more functionality and customization.
Mail Pilot 2
The main advantage of this alternative email client is the presence of a dashboard that displays all incoming mail, as well as active tasks and upcoming appointments.
The undoubted advantage of the application is the presence of a system that effectively organizes letters and work tasks. The creators of Mail Pilot 2, however, did not bother to add push notifications.
The email client is suitable for those users who often use email for work purposes.
Post Box
This email client differs from most analogues in that it has close integration with leading social networks. It is thanks to this feature that Post Box is called a socially oriented email client. There is a deep possibility of customization. Thus, any user familiar with JavaScript can independently create additions and new functions.
A large set of ready-made plugins is available. The email client has its own RSS reader. Unfortunately, you won't be able to change the appearance, since the email client does not support themes.
Post Box is the ideal email client for those who like to customize applications to suit their needs using various plugins.
Inky
This is a client that is intended for cloud service Inky, which allows you to combine all mailboxes. Users just need to go through a simple registration and link all email clients to their account in order to access them from any device. This feature of the service and client is the main advantage of Inky. But there is a flip side to the coin: you will have to pay a monthly fee of $5 to use the service.
The Inky service and client are suitable for users who want to access mail from many devices.
The creators of the Unibox email client tried to create a high-quality and understandable user interface, which they undoubtedly succeeded. The left side displays a list of contacts, and the right side displays correspondence with a specific contact.
There are three modes for organizing mail, but there is no option to enable a standard mail view.
This is why Unibox is more suitable for people who use email for personal correspondence.
Cloud Magic
This email client is simple, beautiful and has no unnecessary elements. Thanks to this, Cloud Magic has recently begun to gain popularity among users.
Users have access to add-ons that allow them to integrate third party services. It is possible to organize team work.
If you want to try one of the most convenient and advanced email clients yourself, then Cloud Magic will be the ideal choice for you.
Which client should I choose?
Of course, many people prefer to work with a standard email client or Gmail, but we advise you to take a closer look at the clients listed above. If for some reason the email clients listed above are not to your liking, then we advise you to take a closer look at applications such as Outlook, Nylas N1, Mail Mate or Sparrow. They also boast a set useful functions and chips and will make working with mail more efficient.
What email clients do you use? Share in the comments.
Posted by Christin on December 14, 2018
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Published on December 14, 2018
The enormous power of email is beyond doubt. Whether we're sending the latest viral YouTube video to our friends, setting up an interview, or communicating with potential clients. Last year,the Radicati group estimates that there are 4.3 billion more mailboxes in the world . Pew research suggests that92% of adults use email regularly. It has become an integral part of our crazy technological world, although it has many alternatives. So e-mail far from being considered dead (true - there is even a website called mailnedead.com! ).
If you're anything like other email users, you've probably found yourself some amazing client that can handle absolutely anything. And once you've found your email partner, switching to another email client can be very difficult, which is why many users simply avoid it. But sometimes such a step may be dictated by circumstances. Maybe your client is no longer updated by developers or is not compatible with operating system your new computer.
Switching from Mac to Windows
Many Mac users face this situation. They decided (for some reason) to switch from Mac to Windows or Linux. You can install a Windows-compatible version of your current email client on your new OS. However, some clients for Mac are exclusive and you will have to look for an alternative that works on Windows.
We decided to put together a list of our favorite Windows alternatives for OS X email clients. All of the email clients below support IMAP and POP3, and we decided not to include cost in the comparison because choosing the perfect email client is a matter of features, not cost. Please remember that most Windows alternatives are also available on Mac. We'll assume you haven't used the apps below yet.
Let's first look at best options, available for Mac devices, to see what Windows apps have to compete with.
Best email clients for Ma
1. Apple Mail
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Apple Mail is the default email client on all Macs, and is beloved by many die-hard Apple fanatics. Post office offers basic functions, such as the ability to intuitively manage multiple accounts or organize your Inbox to your liking. Along with the bonus of seamless integration with other Apple apps(the main reason to use Mail), it boasts a simple and intuitive interface. She is somewhat similar to modern version Outlook, but not so cluttered.
Why popular:User-friendly design, intuitive integration with Apple products
2. Airmail 3
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Airmail 3 is another very popular email client for OS X. The main reason for this popularity is its beautiful, user-friendly interface and complete personalization. For Apple fans who liked Mail's intuitive design but also wanted more functionality and productivity, Airmail 3 is a clear favorite. It offers exactly what you want in an email client, while adding a pinch of advancements (like integration with Asana and Trello) that its users have been enjoying for the last couple of years.
To integrate Airmail with Asana, open Airmail, go to Settings > Services > Asana > Link. Asana is a great teamwork app because it helps teams track their work . To enable Trello integration, go to Airmail Settings Services > Trello > Link.
Why popular:High productivity, personalization.
3. Spark
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Like the rest of the Mac clients on this list, Spark offers ease of installation and a streamlined interface. The main reason that it is one of the most downloaded clients for OS X is its ability to integrate with almost every other productivity tool (Evernote, OneNote, Dropbox, Google Drive, Pocket, and others). There are dozens of additional widgets with which you can create an almost new application, as well as main feature Spark is a smart mailbox that categorizes your emails.
Why popular:Full personalization, comprehensive integration of third-party applications
Now let's move on to the best alternatives to our favorite OS X clients for Windows.
Best Alternatives for Windows
1.Microsoft Outlook
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We can't write a review of the best email clients for Windows without mentioning Microsoft Outlook. This email client has already grown a beard and, as a rule, ruled the roost when it came to functional mail program. You can download Outlook both in desktop form (if you don't already have it on your computer) or access the virtual version. Outlook integrates easily with other applications Microsoft Office Suite, providing an incredibly productive option for those who like to have the "full package". When it comes to mail management and contact integration, Outlook is strong because of its connection to the Microsoft Office Suite. Outlook is installed separately, and the entire package is simple, but not as easy to use as we would like.
Plus, the calendar app has been neglected for the past few years, making it a little weaker than other clients. Organization and personalization are rated "Average" in Outlook. He doesn't chase new features. MS Outlook can seem confusing, especially to former Mac users who are used to the simple and intuitive interface of their applications.
How similar:A more complete alternative to Apple Mail
2. Mailbird
Inspired by Sparrow, an email client for Mac. Our founders loved this email client, but in 2012 it was acquired by Google for $25 million. So they decided to create an application similar to Sparrow, but for the not yet saturated Windows market. Thus Mailbird was born.
Many of our Mac users love Mailbird for its customization, visibility, and overall better experience that allows users to become true email ninjas. We put a lot of effort into creating a simple and intuitive interface to give people a unique alternative to Outlook. Managing multiple accounts in Mailbird is ridiculously easy, managing storage is also a breeze, with the ability to coordinate Dropbox, Google Docs, Evernore, Asana and more.
Just yesterday we launched the alpha version of our newest contact manager, which allows you to import and export contacts from anywhere and keep your entire network organized. It syncs with Outlook and Gmail and combines both unique and shared features to bring all your online contacts together with ease.
You can also organize and search your mail by profile photo or custom folders and labels for a more efficient system. If you're looking for personalization, you'll love Mailbird. You can customize almost everything, from icons, fonts, colors, to shortcuts, languages, notification sounds and dark theme. Although Mailbird doesn't have a built-in calendar, and allows you to consolidate your schedule and email in one convenient place.
Installation is simple and intuitive. The app's design and interface are made for those who love a beautiful yet productive experience, and new features are added to improve the user experience. We've added support touch displays for all devices, integration of third-party applications for social networks and a speed reading feature to cut your email reading time in half.
How similar:Lots of integrated apps, personalization and overall feel
3. eM Client
Although personalization in eM Client is better than Microsoft Outlook, it still remains very similar. Contacts and calendars integrate well. Setup is simple and the app as a whole offers incredible customization and add-on options, meaning, just like with Airmail 3 and Spark, which are available for OSX, or Mailbird for Windows, you can customize your email client to suit you.
The stylish, simple and user-friendly interface leaves a pleasant feeling and does not cause any hassle. Some might say the app isn't as cutting-edge as its competitors, but if you like the basic design of Microsoft Outlook, complemented by the personalization options available in Mac apps like Airmail 3 and Spark, then you'll love eM Client.
How similar:Personalization like Airmail 3 and Spark
4.Thunderbird
Similar to MS Outlook, Thunderbird has been on the market for some time. And although the developers at Mozilla have frozen further development, it still remains a very popular choice among people looking for a reliable and free email client.
Like Mailbird and eM Client, managing multiple accounts couldn't be easier. Importing and exporting contacts is quite simple. And while Thunderbird doesn't come with intuitive calendar integration, you can download the Lightning add-on to use the calendar alongside the main app. Installing Thunderbird won't be a hassle either. The interface is a bit angular when compared to Apple Mail. This may be critical for some users making their “great transition.” But Thunderbird offers endless customization options, allowing users to create the exact app they need—something even they haven't mastered yet. best apps Mac (for now).
How similar:Runs on OS X and Windows, fully customizable
So which Windows client is the best to switch to?
Ultimately, choosing the ideal email client comes down to two things: (1) Frequency of use and (2) the features you need. The main thing is to find an application that workswith you, not against you.Hopefully the list above will help you find the best email client for your Mac to Windows transition.
What do you think? What's your favorite email client for Windows?
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Published on December 14, 2018
OS X's built-in email Mail client is a prime example of what a great product can be. I've been using it for 3 years now and it suits me in almost everything. Its design is ideal in my opinion, and in terms of functionality, many recognize it as one of the best email clients not only for Mac, but in general of all existing ones.
But Mail still has its serious shortcomings. For example, lack of support for tags in letters. For some reason, Apple implemented it in Finder and refused to do it with mail, although that is where tags are most needed. Yes, there is MailTags, but its cost makes you think twice before purchasing.
Or the situation with aliases: I connected an alias info@ to my corporate mailbox and every time I send using an alias I have to manually select an SMTP server; Mail does not provide the ability to configure the binding of aliases to individual servers.
AirMail
Price: $9.99
Supported OS: Mac OS X, iOS
An email client with a very beautiful and modern interface. The controls are located so that they occupy a minimum of usable space, leaving it to the viewing area. The program itself is very convenient to use, unlike its analogues. If you're thinking about replacing Mail, AirMail might be a great candidate.
Special mention should be made of the mode for displaying attachments and images in PostBox. Using it when searching for files in emails can be a huge time saver, although Mail supports message searches filtered by file type. In all other respects, except for the design, PostBox repeats the functionality of Mozilla Thunderbird and it makes sense to buy the program only for those who care about its appearance.
Advantages:
- Quick response form;
- Editable message labels;
- A large number of settings for aliases;
- Advanced message search;
- Attachment Browser;
Flaws:
- Not the most original interface design;
- Not all extensions are ported correctly;
- Does not work with Microsoft Exchange.
Mozilla Thunderbird
Price: for free
Supported OS: Mac OS X, Windows, Linux
