The world's most widely used email client, free with a Google account.
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3 Best Alternatives to Gmail
Gmail is great, but it's not the only option. Here are the 3 best Gmail alternatives, ranked by community votes — with honest pros and cons for each.
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Top 3 alternatives
Microsoft's email client, standard in most corporate environments.
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Email client with smart inbox prioritization and AI writing assistance, from Readdle.
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Premium, speed-focused email client built entirely around keyboard shortcuts.
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Free alternatives to Gmail
If budget is the main concern, these options have a free or open-source tier:
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best alternative to Gmail?
- Microsoft Outlook is the top-ranked alternative to Gmail based on community upvotes, but the right pick depends on your specific needs — see the full ranked list above with pros and cons for each.
- Is there a free alternative to Gmail?
- Yes — Microsoft Outlook, Spark Mail offer a free or open-source tier and can work as a free alternative to Gmail, depending on which features you need.
- How many alternatives to Gmail are there?
- We currently track 3 alternatives to Gmail on Kreemhunt, ranked by community upvotes. New alternatives are added as we review more tools in this category.