Comparison

QQ邮箱 vs Spark Mail

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QQ邮箱

Manage all your email accounts in one place with support for general mail protocols. Features include sending greeting cards, quick screenshot annotations, and translation of foreign language emails. Optimize your inbox with intelligent ad aggregation and subscription management.

Highlights
  • Manage multiple email accounts
  • Send greeting cards
  • Screenshot annotation
  • Translate foreign emails
  • Intelligent ad aggregation
  • Attachment preview
  • Customizable notifications
Features
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[QQ Mail] Full support for general mail protocols to help you manage all your mailboxes on your phone [New] Send greeting cards on your phone [New] Query mail records in Settings [New] Quick annotation on the screenshot of the mail reading page [New] Efficient and convenient Contacts [New] Translate mails in foreign languages into Chinese Multiple Accounts · Full support for general mail protocols to allow adding a variety of other mailboxes besides QQ Mail Sending/Receiving Mails · Synchronously receive and manage all mails in multiple mailboxes · Added intelligent aggregation of ad mails · QQ Mail subscription aggregation and reading experience optimization · Support online preview of various types of attachments including documents, images, audio and video files, compressed packages, and eml files. Mail Notification · Set to enable notifications only for mails from starred contacts · Set the New Mail Notification option for different email accounts · Added multiple sound effects for New Email Notification · Enable Night Mode to mute the notifications for new mails at night Mailbox Plug-ins · Enable Calendar to manage events efficiently · Use Transfer Station for temporary storage of large files on the network · Enable Notepad to record what you see and think anytime · Manage contacts and find recent conversations in Contacts · Select a greeting card to convey blessings to friends QQ Mail VIP Auto-Renewal Subscription Instructions Subscription Plans: QQ Mail VIP Monthly Auto-Renewal (1 month) QQ Mail VIP Annual Auto-Renewal (12 months) Subscription Price: Monthly auto-renewal: RMB 22/month Annual auto-renewal: RMB 210/year Auto-Renewal: Your Apple iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before the subscription expires. Once the payment is successful, the subscription will be automatically extended for one billing cycle. Cancel Subscription: If you wish to cancel, you need to do so at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends. You can cancel by going to Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions, selecting the QQ Mail VIP subscription, and tapping Cancel Subscription. If you do not turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, the subscription will renew automatically. Other Purchase Options (non-renewing): QQ Mail VIP 1 month / RMB 29 (does not auto-renew) QQ Mail VIP 12 months / RMB 300 (does not auto-renew) QQ Mail VIP Service Terms: https://wx.mail.qq.com/list/readtemplate?name=app_intro.html#/agreement/mailvip QQ Mail Privacy Policy: https://wx.mail.qq.com/list/readtemplate?name=app_intro.html#/agreement/appPolicy If you have any comments or suggestions, tell us in "Settings" -> "Feedback".

About

Spark Mail

Streamline your email and calendar management with an AI-powered assistant. Organize multiple accounts, declutter your inbox with smart sorting, and use AI to draft replies, summarize threads, and manage your schedule efficiently.

Highlights
  • Unified inbox for multiple email accounts
  • AI-powered email summarization and drafting
  • Smart Inbox for prioritizing emails
  • Calendar management and meeting scheduling
  • Gatekeeper for sender screening
  • Team collaboration on emails
  • Integrations with productivity apps
Features
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Manage priorities, not emails. Spark brings every account into one inbox and automatically surfaces what matters most — so nothing slips through the cracks. Loved by millions and named "Best of the App Store" by Apple. "It's a combination of polish, simplicity, and depth." — FastCompany "You can create an email experience that works for you." — TechCrunch EVERY ACCOUNT, EVERY EMAIL, IN ONE PLACE Connect Gmail, Outlook, iCloud, Yahoo, AOL, Hotmail, GMX, and any IMAP account in a single unified inbox. STAY ORGANIZED WITH SMART INBOX Important emails from real people rise to the top. Newsletters and notifications stay neatly grouped below, out of your way. GET MORE DONE WITH EMAIL ESSENTIALS Mark emails as done or set them aside for later Mute threads you're no longer following Schedule emails to send later — even if your device is off Find anything fast with Smart Search and Smart Folders PROTECT YOUR INBOX WITH GATEKEEPER Pre-screen new senders and block unwanted contacts instantly. PRIORITIZE WHAT MATTERS Mark important senders so their emails always stay on top. Group emails by sender or domain to keep your inbox clean. WRITE FASTER WITH SPARK +AI Summarize long threads, draft replies, rephrase messages, and adjust tone. Your AI Assistant helps you clear your inbox, translate emails, and keep projects moving. MANAGE YOUR CALENDAR AND MEETINGS Connect your calendars to stay on top of your day in one app. CONNECT YOUR FAVORITE TOOLS Link Spark to Notion, Asana, Things, and 10+ integrations to act on everything in your inbox. COLLABORATE WITH YOUR TEAM Co-author emails and discuss in private comments Assign messages so everyone knows who owns what Share secure links to specific emails Track read receipts to keep work moving SECURE AND PRIVATE Spark encrypts your data, runs on Google Cloud's secure infrastructure, and is fully GDPR compliant. TRY IT FREE Stick with our powerful free plan, or try Spark Plus or Spark Pro free for 7 days. Download Spark and reclaim your day. FAQ Is Spark the best email app for managing multiple accounts? Spark brings Gmail, Outlook, iCloud, Yahoo, and any IMAP account into one unified inbox, so you can manage every email in one place instead of switching between apps. How is Spark different from Apple Mail and Gmail? Spark helps you focus on what matters, not just read email. It automatically prioritizes messages from real people, keeps newsletters out of the way, and can summarize, draft, and follow up so less falls through the cracks. How does Spark help with email overload? Spark surfaces important messages first, lets you snooze emails until you're ready, and helps you reach Inbox Zero without the grind. Higher plans flag what needs attention so nothing gets missed. Does Spark have AI features? Yes. Spark uses AI to write faster, reply clearly, and summarize threads. On Plus, AI helps you make better inbox decisions. On Pro, it acts on your behalf — drafting, organizing, and following up. Is Spark good for team collaboration? Yes. Teams can share drafts, comment privately, assign messages, and manage shared inboxes — no forwarding chains. Collaboration is available on Pro. Can I schedule emails to send later? Yes. Schedule any email to send at the right time, or snooze incoming messages to return when you're ready. Is Spark free? Yes. Spark is free to download and use. Spark Plus is for professionals who want a more focused inbox; Spark Pro is for those who need Spark to handle follow-through so nothing gets missed. Is Spark available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad? Yes. Spark works on iOS, iPadOS and macOS, and stays in sync across all your devices. Spark is made by Readdle. Terms of Service: https://sparkmailapp.com/legal/terms Privacy Policy: https://sparkmailapp.com/legal/privacy-app Help: support@sparkmailapp.com

Screenshots

QQ邮箱4 screens
Spark Mail4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Spark Mail at 4.6 against QQ邮箱's 3.6. Spark Mail also leads on ratings volume (83K vs 738) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). QQ邮箱's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QQ邮箱 sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Spark Mail sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Spark Mail holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spark Mail has 83K ratings behind it against 738, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of QQ邮箱's written reviews are positive against 61% of Spark Mail's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QQ邮箱 ships an update monthly, Spark Mail weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
QQ邮箱 versus Spark Mail: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQQ邮箱Spark Mail
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (738 ratings)4.6 (83K ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.3% of reviews61.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings73883K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#171#101 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size192 MB393 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperTencent Technology (Shenzhen) Company LimitedReaddle Technologies Limited

Customer experience

QQ邮箱

All ratings738 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral4.9%
Negative32.7%
Written reviews378 reviews
Positive50.3%
Neutral6.1%
Negative43.7%

Spark Mail

All ratings82,743 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral3.3%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews3,178 reviews
Positive61.1%
Neutral10.5%
Negative28.4%

User reviews

QQ邮箱

From 738 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Highly functional
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 💡 Innovative and useful features
  • ⭐ Excellent app
  • 🤩 Great design and experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🤖 Forced updates and mandatory downloads
  • 🔒 Security and privacy concerns
  • 📤 Issues with sending and receiving emails
  • 🔍 Poor search and organization

Spark Mail

From 83K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent email management features
  • 👍 Clean and intuitive user interface
  • 📂 Effective email organization and categorization
  • ⏱️ Efficient workflow with snooze, scheduling, and templates
  • 💻 Seamless cross-device experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional sync and stability issues
  • 🔒 Concerns over privacy and data usage
  • 💰 Aggressive push for paid subscription
  • 📥 Unreliable notification delivery
  • 🔍 Inconsistent search functionality

Bugs and requests

QQ邮箱

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Disappearing emails and sync issues
  • Login and authentication problems
  • Attachment and file handling errors
  • Unreliable push notifications

Requested features

5 requests
  • English language support
  • iPad optimization
  • Customizable settings and themes
  • Improved notifications and alerts
  • Better integration with other email accounts

Spark Mail

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Emails disappearing from the inbox
  • Delayed email delivery and sync
  • Crashes and freezes when opening the app
  • Issues with Exchange calendar and account sync
  • Incorrect email grouping and threading

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved spam filtering and email blocking
  • Option to disable email threading
  • Better calendar integration and management
  • Customizable email signatures and layouts
  • Expanded third-party app integrations

In-app purchases

6 purchases

QQ邮箱

Subscriptions4
  • QQ邮箱扩容连续包月$1.991 Month
  • QQ邮箱会员连续包月$2.991 Month
  • QQ邮箱会员连续包季$8.993 Months
Show 1 more
  • QQ邮箱会员连续包年$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • QQ邮箱会员1个月$3.99
  • QQ邮箱会员1年$39.99
13 purchases

Spark Mail

Subscriptions10
  • Spark Premium7 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Spark Plus Monthly7 Days trial2 variants$10.001 Month
  • Spark Premium7 Days trial$11.991 Month
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  • Spark Pro Monthly7 Days trial$20.001 Month
  • Get Spark Premium7 Days trial$41.991 Year
  • Spark Premium1 Year trial2 variants$59.991 Year
  • Get Spark Premium7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Spark Plus Annual7 Days trial$99.001 Year
  • Get Spark Premium7 Days trial$119.991 Year
  • Spark Pro Annual7 Days trial$199.001 Year
One-time3
  • Regular Powerbank$4.99
  • Big Powerbank$9.99
  • Huge Powerbank$19.99

Questions

Is QQ邮箱 free?
QQ邮箱 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spark Mail free?
Spark Mail is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QQ邮箱 or Spark Mail?
Spark Mail is rated higher. QQ邮箱 averages 3.6 out of 5 from 738 ratings, while Spark Mail averages 4.6 from 83K ratings.
Do QQ邮箱 or Spark Mail have ads?
Neither QQ邮箱 nor Spark Mail shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QQ邮箱 or Spark Mail?
QQ邮箱 ships an update monthly, and Spark Mail weekly. Most recently, QQ邮箱 was updated on November 1, 2026 and Spark Mail on November 3, 2026.
Which is more popular, QQ邮箱 or Spark Mail?
QQ邮箱 currently peaks at #171 in the App Store charts, and Spark Mail at #101. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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