Mailspring
Open-source desktop email client for Mac, Windows and Linux
Ranked 3 of 6 in best email clients
Open-source GPL-3.0 desktop client for Mac, Windows and Linux, with send later and grammar checking. Its read receipts and link tracking may not suit privacy-minded users, and the Pro plan is $8 per month.
Best for Open-source desktop mail with send later
About Mailspring
Mailspring is a desktop email client for Mac, Windows and Linux. Its site describes a fast, native app with read receipts, link tracking, send later and grammar checking. Its recent releases added accessibility improvements, vCard support and calendar updates, according to its site.
The app is free to download, and the site lists a Pro plan at $8 per month for extra features. The source code is published under GPL-3.0, so people can read and change it. Read receipts and link tracking are features some users prefer to avoid for privacy reasons, so readers who care about tracking should check them before choosing. Mailspring suits people who want a free, open-source desktop client with a modern interface.
Key features
- Open source, GPL-3.0 licensed
- Send later
- Grammar checking
- Mac, Windows and Linux apps
Strengths
- Open source under GPL-3.0 with a free download
- Native desktop app for Mac, Windows and Linux
- Send later and grammar checking included
Limits
- Read receipts and link tracking may not suit privacy-minded users
- Pro plan adds paid features
Where Mailspring ranks
| List | Rank | Score | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Email clients | 3 of 6 | 86.5 | Open-source desktop mail with send later |
Questions about Mailspring
- Is Mailspring free?
- Mailspring can be used without paying: Free to download; Pro plan is $8 per month on its site. Check the vendor’s pricing page for current limits.
- Is Mailspring open source?
- Yes. Mailspring publishes its source code under the GPL-3.0 license.
- Which platforms does Mailspring support?
- Mailspring is available on: macOS, Windows, Linux.
- What is Mailspring best for?
- Open-source desktop mail with send later. In our ranking of email clients it is number 3 of 6 with a score of 86.5.
- What are the best alternatives to Mailspring?
- The highest-ranked alternatives on listme.name are Thunderbird, Spark, eM Client, Mail.