Mail Folders vs RedirectWeb Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mail Folders
Organize your IMAP email account by creating and managing custom folders. Automatically redirect emails from your inbox to designated folders based on set rules. Supports popular IMAP servers like Gmail, MobileMe, and AOL.
- Create and remove IMAP mail folders
- Move emails into custom folders
- Folder redirection based on rules
- Supports Gmail, MobileMe, AOL
- Organize inbox efficiently
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This is an iOS application that creates/removes mail folders in your Imap mail account. You may be able to organize your emails by moving into folders other than the INBOX. You may also be able to use folder redirection that moves your email from INBOX to other mail folders according to the redirection rules. Supports Imap mail servers such as Gmail, MobileMe,AOL and Softbank. Imap server names are as follows: Gmail: imap.gmail.com MobileMe: mail.me.com AOL: imap.aol.com Please visit our web site for detailed error codes etc.
RedirectWeb Pro
Automate web browsing by setting custom rules to redirect URLs. Save time, protect your privacy, and enhance your online experience with smart redirects for maps, search engines, and social media.
- Automatic URL redirection
- Customizable rules
- Smart map redirects
- Customizable search engines
- Ad-free social media browsing
- iCloud sync
- MDM support
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This is the full-featured version of RedirectWeb, providing immediate access to all unlocked features equivalent to the fully unlocked standard version. While it is an ideal package for businesses, educational institutions, and organizations of all types via Apple’s Volume Purchase Program (VPP), it is also perfect for individual users who prefer a complete experience from the start. ======== Tired of manually fixing URLs? RedirectWeb is a Safari extension that automatically redirects URLs based on your custom rules. Save time, protect your privacy, and browse the web your way. — TOP FEATURES & USE CASES — • Smart Maps Redirection: Automatically open Google Maps links in Apple Maps. • Search Your Way: Force Safari to use Kagi, Startpage, Brave Search, or any privacy-focused engine as your default. • Better Social Media: Redirect Twitter/X to Nitter, Reddit to Old Reddit, or YouTube to Invidious for a cleaner, ad-free experience. • Global Compatibility: Works seamlessly on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. Also compatible with Chrome and Firefox on Mac. • Extensive Library: Don't know where to start? Browse our built-in library of popular, pre-made rules. — PRIVACY FIRST — • Zero Tracking: We do not collect any personal data. Your browsing habits stay on your device. • No Ads: Enjoy a distraction-free utility. — FOR POWER USERS — • Multiple Rule Formats: Support for Wildcards and full Regular Expressions (Regex). • Advanced Logic: Use exclusion patterns to prevent loops and capture groups ($1, $2) for complex URL rewriting. • Ultra-Fast DNR Rules: Leverage the modern Declarative Net Request API for lightning-fast, zero-latency redirections before network requests even start. Gain granular control by filtering resource types and HTTP methods. • Sync & Backup: iCloud Sync keeps your rules updated across all your devices. Export/Import JSON for easy backup. — UNLOCKED FEATURES — • Unlimited Rules: Create, manage, and run as many active redirection rules as you need without any restrictions. • iCloud Sync: Keep your rule library seamlessly updated and securely backed up across all your devices. • Universal Purchase: Enjoy the fully unlocked experience on your Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro. Buy once, use on all devices. (The same features you can unlock in the standard RedirectWeb app.) — FOR ENTERPRISES & IT ADMINS — • MDM Support: Centrally deploy and manage redirection rules across your organization's devices using Apple's Managed App Configuration (Jamf, Intune, Kandji, etc.). • Enforced Routing & Control: Seamlessly redirect employees during internal system migrations, set up intranet access, and lock down in-app settings to prevent user tampering. — HOW IT WORKS — 1. Install RedirectWeb Pro and enable the extension in Safari. 2. Add a rule from the Library or create your own "From → To" flow. 3. Browse as usual. RedirectWeb Pro handles the rest in the background! — SUPPORT — Questions or feedback? Go to Settings → "Send Feedback" within the app. We listen to our users! Take control of your web links today. Download RedirectWeb Pro and skip the detours.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: RedirectWeb Pro at 5.0 against Mail Folders's 1.5. RedirectWeb Pro also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Mail Folders costs $3.99 and RedirectWeb Pro $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RedirectWeb Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.
Mail Folders ships an update every 5 months, RedirectWeb Pro every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mail Folders | RedirectWeb Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| Rating | 1.5 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 51.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TechKnowledge | Manabu Nakazawa |
Customer experience
Mail Folders
RedirectWeb Pro
In-app purchases
Mail Folders
No in-app purchases
RedirectWeb Pro
No in-app purchases
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