# MailTime vs Email

The clearest difference is rating: Email at 4.5 against MailTime's 3.7. Email also leads on ratings volume (79K vs 97) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MailTime sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Email sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Email holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Email has 79K ratings behind it against 97, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of MailTime's written reviews are positive against 66% of Email's.

MailTime ships an update fortnightly, Email every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MailTime | Email |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (97 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mailtime-ai-email-inbox/id914281815/reviews) | **[4.5 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/email-edison-mail/id922793622/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 97 | **79K** |
| Positive reviews | 59.7% of reviews | **65.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 121 MB | 220 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MailTime](https://appshunter.io/developer/914281818) | [Edison Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/481881468) |

## What reviewers say

### MailTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mailtime-ai-email-inbox/id914281815)

This app transforms your email inbox into a streamlined, chat-like experience. It integrates multiple email accounts and uses AI to help you draft replies, proofread messages, and manage conversations efficiently. Enjoy a clutter-free inbox and communicate as easily as sending a text message.

**Highlights:** SMS-style email conversations, AI-powered email replies, Proofread, shorten, expand messages, Group chat-like email management, Integrates multiple email accounts, Secure and ad-free interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| AI Yearly Subscription | $4.99 | per year |
| One MailTime account | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 MailTime AI Credits | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and smooth
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 💡 Innovative email-as-chat concept
- 🚀 Efficient email management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔌 Slow sync and update issues
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security
- 📤 Limited email account support

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes on iPhone 6 and older devices
- Inability to log in to certain email accounts
- Sync issues causing missed or delayed notifications

**Requested features**

- Support for more email providers (e.g., Naver, Daum)
- Ability to organize emails into folders
- Option to customize notification sounds
- Improved search and archiving functionality


### Email

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/email-edison-mail/id922793622)

This email client offers a fast, secure, and organized inbox experience. It allows management of unlimited accounts, one-tap unsubscribes, and advanced features like package tracking. Prioritizes user privacy with data stored directly on the device.

**Highlights:** Unified inbox for unlimited accounts, One-tap unsubscribe from senders, Sender blocking, Touch and Face ID protection, Customizable swipe actions and templates, Focused Inbox option, Package, bill, and travel alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Edison Mail+ | $9.99 | per month |
| Edison Mail+ | $9.99 | per month |
| Edison Mail+ | $14.99 | per month |
| Edison Mail+ | $14.99 | per month |
| Edison Mail+ | $49.99 | per year |
| Edison Mail+ | $59.99 | per year |
| Edison Mail+ | $66.99 | per year |
| Edison Mail+ | $66.99 | per year |
| Edison Mail+ | $99.99 | per year |
| Edison Mail+ | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🔒 Secure with Face ID support
- 📦 Helpful package tracking and delivery updates
- 🔍 Effective unsubscribe and spam blocking features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable notifications and email sync issues
- 🔄 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Inconsistent search and filtering functionality
- 🔑 Issues with logging in and account connectivity
- 📧 Problems with sending and delivering emails

**Reported bugs**

- Emails disappearing from the Outbox
- Incorrect unread email badge counts
- Emails not loading or displaying properly
- Account settings randomly resetting

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Customizable snooze and scheduling options
- Integration with calendar and reminders
- Ability to move emails between accounts
- More granular control over folder management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MailTime free?

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

### Is Email free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MailTime or Email?

Email is rated higher. MailTime averages 3.7 out of 5 from 97 ratings, while Email averages 4.5 from 79K ratings.

### Do MailTime or Email have ads?

Neither MailTime nor Email shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MailTime or Email?

MailTime ships an update fortnightly, and Email every 2 weeks. Most recently, MailTime was updated on November 1, 2026 and Email on November 7, 2026.

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