Mailbird vs. Proton Mail vs. Shortwave Comparison Chart

Mailbird is a fast, modern email client for Windows and macOS, trusted by millions with over 4 million downloads. It brings all your accounts—Gmail, Outlook, iCloud, IMAP, Exchange—into one unified inbox with smart features like Snooze, Undo Send, Quick Reply, Send Later, email snippets, and drag-and-drop organization. Customize your workspace with themes, custom avatars, and flexible layout options. Stay productive with sidebar integrations for Google Calendar, WhatsApp, Slack, Trello, Asana, and more—no app switching needed. Built natively for each platform and optimized for both Windows 11 and Apple Silicon, Mailbird delivers speed, simplicity, and seamless control. Available in a Free version with an optional Premium upgrade. Backed by top-rated customer support.

Email connected the world, but it lost its magic along the way. We believe it deserves better, and we're on a mission to bring email up to speed (literally) with modern messaging apps. Email should prioritize people, not advertising. Getting through your inbox shouldn't require busywork, and sending an email should be as fast as typing a text message. That's why we're building Shortwave: to recapture the magic of email with a beautifully designed product that works for everyone. Create channels to keep your team on-topic and make past conversations searchable. Instant delivery, typing indicators, and emoji reactions make conversations with other Shortwave users come to life. Use @-mentions to push notify the right people when you need them to join in. Shortwave connects to your existing Gmail account. Sign in today to get your inbox organized in minutes. You'll have the option to invite your teammates later.