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Kiwi for Gmail vs Outlook for Windows

Published On January 13, 2025 - Last Modified On May 18, 2026

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Meet the contenders

Whether you're a freelancer, small business owner, or corporate executive, there's an email app for you. We're here to help you decide.

Let's look at how these two email apps stack up against each other.

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Kiwi for Gmail

Kiwi for Gmail lets you take the Gmail and Google Workspace experience out of the browser and onto your desktop. Whether you’re using a PC or a Mac, Kiwi can transform Gmail into a standalone desktop application and save you from having to juggle multiple browser tabs.

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Outlook for Windows

Outlook for Windows is a new email client and personal information manager that replaces the defunct Windows Mail and Calendar apps (which are no longer supported by Microsoft). This default email client app is included in most newer Windows 11 PCs shipped in 2024 and features tight integration with Microsoft 365 apps, AI tools, and a fresh design.

Kiwi for Gmail vs Outlook for Windows: A side-by-side comparison

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Outlook for Windows LogoOutlook for Windows

Operating system

WindowsmacOS

Windows

Versions

Starter

Pro

Power Pro

Kiwi for Teams

Outlook Free

Microsoft 365 Basic

Microsoft 365 Personal

Microsoft 365 Family

Price(s)

  • Starter: $4/month (annual subscription)

  • Pro: $6/month (annual subscription)

  • Power Pro: $8/month (annual subscription)

  • Kiwi for Teams: By contact only

  • Outlook Free

  • Microsoft 365 Basic: $19.99/year

  • Microsoft 365 Personal: $99.99/year

  • Microsoft 365 Family: $129.99/year

Notable features

  • Multi-account support

  • Standalone desktop experience

  • Focus Filtered Inbox

  • Google Workspace integration

  • Gmail and Drive search in same app

  • One-click document creation from sidebar

  • AI Companion

  • Zen Mode for better focus

  • Native desktop notifications

  • Multi-account support

  • Simplified interface, with modern design

  • Integration with Microsoft 365 tools

  • Natural-language search capabilities

  • AI-assisted email authoring with Microsoft Copilot

  • Third-party app integrations

  • Customizable user interface

  • Collaboration tools

  • Offline support

  • Built-in translation for email messages in over 70 languages