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.

Mailspring

Mailspring (formerly known as Nylas Mail) is an open-source email client that supports multiple accounts. Available in Free and Pro versions, Mailspring offers both basic and advanced features suitable for student, personal, and professional users.

eM Client

eM Client sets itself apart as one of the most customizable email clients available. You can personalize not only the user interface (with a flexible layout and dozens of themes), but also the way the app handles email. Available for Windows, macOS, and most recently, Android and iOS, eM Client is suitable for professional and personal users who want complete control over every aspect of their email experience.

Mailspring vs eM Client: A side-by-side comparison

	Mailspring	eM Client
Operating system	WindowsmacOSLinux	WindowsmacOSAndroidiOS
Versions	Free Pro	Free Personal Business
Price(s)	Free Pro: $8/month	Free: Free license for personal, non‑commercial use (registration required) Personal: $39.95 (one-year subscription) Business $49.95 (one-year subscription)
Notable features	Multi-account support Unified inbox Touch and gesture support Advanced search Activity tracking Quick-reply templates Mac, Windows, and Linux support Themes and layouts (including dark mode) Message translations Localized into 9 languages	Multi-account support Unified inbox Highly customizable user interface Message encryption (PGP and S/MIME) Anti-mail tracking Built-in chat Integration with real-time communications tools (e.g., Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom) AI-tools through ChatGPT integration Touch and gesture support for touch screen devices Multi-language support (available in 20 languages) Instant email translations (supports 45 languages)