# Gmail vs Email Generator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Gmail at 30% against Email Generator's 0%. Gmail also leads on ratings volume (2.4M vs 39) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). Email Generator's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gmail sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Email Generator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gmail holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gmail has 2.4M ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Gmail's written reviews are positive against 0% of Email Generator's.

Gmail ships an update weekly, Email Generator monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gmail | Email Generator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gmail-email-by-google/id422689480/reviews)** | [4.5 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/email-generator-ai-email-app/id6474850848/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4M** | 39 |
| Positive reviews | **29.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#3** | — |
| Size | 721 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [GODHITECH JSC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1722381618) |

## What reviewers say

### Gmail

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gmail-email-by-google/id422689480)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Grossing · Productivity, #5 Top Free · Productivity, #17 Top Free, #18 Top Grossing (US App Store)

This application provides a secure and efficient email experience with advanced features like spam blocking, smart replies, and multi-account support. It integrates with other Google services for enhanced productivity and collaboration.

**Highlights:** Robust security & spam blocking, Real-time notifications, Multiple account support, Smart Reply & Compose, Undo send, Google Chat & Meet integration, Threaded conversations

**Features:** Family Sharing, Siri integration, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| 2 TB | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient email management
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 😊 Positive user experience overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💡 Lacking advanced features
- 🔒 Security concerns
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Notifications not working properly
- Emails disappearing from inbox
- Inability to remove accounts
- Conversation view issues

**Requested features**

- Swipe to delete/snooze emails
- Ability to mark all emails as read
- Customizable notification settings
- Improved file attachment functionality


### Email Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/email-generator-ai-email-app/id6474850848)

Consolidate all your email accounts into one streamlined application. Features AI-powered writing assistance, real-time notifications, and robust security measures. Offers customizable themes and powerful search capabilities for efficient inbox management.

**Highlights:** All-in-one email access, AI-powered email writing assistant, Real-time new email notifications, One-click spam removal, Customizable themes and dark mode, Powerful search and smart filters, App lock for enhanced security

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PigeonMail Premium Feature | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gmail free?

Gmail is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Email Generator free?

Email Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Gmail or Email Generator?

Gmail is rated higher. Gmail averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.4M ratings, while Email Generator averages 4.5 from 39 ratings.

### Do Gmail or Email Generator have ads?

Both Gmail and Email Generator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gmail or Email Generator?

Gmail ships an update weekly, and Email Generator monthly. Most recently, Gmail was updated on October 29, 2026 and Email Generator on October 21, 2026.

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