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Top 11 Email Apps For Your iPhone And iPad In 2024

Abhishek Agrawal
By Abhishek A Agrawal
April 23, 2024
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    Your email address is what keeps you anchored to the wider world, from business transactions, online shopping, and keeping up with friends and family – it helps us do it all. As a result, people must choose the right app to manage their mail, especially on mobile devices like your iPhone or iPad.

    But with the overwhelming number of third-party email apps on the App Store, it can be challenging to find the perfect fit. Lucky for you, we’ve tried most of them to create this guide. Keep reading for the notable features and interesting customization options of our top picks.

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    What Makes An iPhone Or iPad Email App Great

    Most major email providers have their own apps, but not all of them are great. So what sets one email app apart from all the rest? Here are some of the features we look for in a truly “great” app.

    • Support for several email accounts: Everyone has their preferred email service, and a great app supports all the major ones, such as Gmail, Yahoo Mail, iCloud Mail, and IMAP and POP accounts. A unified inbox is a big plus, too.
    • Filtering spam mails: Nobody likes receiving spam, and yet most email providers don’t filter them for you. An app that keeps unwanted emails out of sight can be indispensable.
    • Smart notifications: People have a lot of incoming emails, but not all of them matter. Luckily, many modern email clients give you control over notifications.
    • Account security: Nobody wants a stranger snooping through their personal email account, so a secure email service is a must. 
    • Consistent updates and dev support: Many productivity apps and email services have failed because of a lack of support. Consistent updates and upgrades turn a good app into a great one.

    Why Not Just Use Apple Mail

    If you’re a regular Apple user, then you know that your device comes with a default email app. So, why download another one if it does the same thing? Unfortunately, the truth is that the default email client is relatively bare-bones next to third-party apps, both in additional features and the overall look and feel.

    That said, if you don’t have any school or work-related obligations that are conducted exclusively through email, you’ll probably be fine using the default email app. But if you need more than the basics, alternative email applications might be the better option for you.

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    Our Top Picks For The Best iPhone And iPad Email Apps In 2024

    Gmail

    Every email power user has tried this messaging staple – and for a good reason. Google hosts one of the most popular email services, and this continues to be the case because of its integration with other useful Google apps and third-party software like Integrately.

    Pros

    • Integrations with Google Docs, Google Calendar, and Google Drive
    • A lot of premium features for free

    Cons

    • Not as smooth when logged in with other major email services

    Pricing

    Gmail is free to use.

    Mail By Apple

    Sometimes the best email application is the one that comes with your device. The default mail app is simple, clean, and can automatically upload any meetings or events to your built-in calendar app. It’s the perfect companion if you’re committed to the Apple ecosystem.

    Pros

    • Can send notifications to your Apple Watch
    • No download necessary

    Cons

    • Lacks plenty of powerful features that are present in alternatives

    Pricing

    The Apple Mail app is free to use.

    Airmail

    There are plenty of options on the App Store for alternative email services, but Airmail has been around longer than most. As a result, it has a pretty formidable list of unique features, like Snooze Email, which reminds you to check back later – perfect for when you’re a busy yet forgetful person.

    Pros

    • Integrates with Google Drive, Evernote, Outlook, etc.
    • Matches the simple Apple aesthetic

    Cons

    • Some nice features locked behind Airmail Pro

    Pricing

    Basic Airmail is free to use, while Airmail Pro costs $9.99/year or $2.99/month.

    Outlook

    Despite being designed primarily for Windows PC, Outlook on iOS devices has a few excellent features that make it feel like a new-and-improved Apple Mail. It’ll also complement your workflow if you use Microsoft 365 on other devices and has great automation capabilities, especially when linked with Integrately.

    Pros

    • Smart inbox that sorts unread emails
    • Customizable swipe gestures in email settings

    Cons

    • Unwanted senders sometimes get through spam filters

    Pricing

    Outlook is free for personal use. 

    Spark

    Spark’s tagline is “Love your email again, ” which reflects in everything from its clean interface to its flagship feature: organizing your emails into more easily managed “buckets”. It also has built-in messaging and delegation features for teams, which are excellent for workplace use.

    Pros

    • Intuitive swipe gestures and customizable interface
    • Smart inbox that sorts messages based on email content

    Cons

    • Doesn’t support many third-party integrations

    Pricing

    Spark is free for personal use, while it costs $6.39/month per user for team plans.

    Canary

    Many productivity apps fall into the trap of trying to do too many things at once, but Canary isn’t one of them. Instead, this standalone email app manages user data encryption exceptionally well, making it one of our favorite email apps for keeping things simple yet secure.

    Pros

    • Excellent privacy policy and data encryption
    • Intuitive swipe gestures

    Cons

    • Doesn’t have any standout features

    Pricing

    Canary iOS is $20 for a one-time purchase.

    Unibox

    Unibox aims to humanize email, which is a welcome change to the transactional nature of most electronic messaging. It does this by compiling your emails based on the sender into an easy-to-read thread, with all attached media easily accessible at the bottom of the screen.

    Pros

    • Excellent email grouping
    • Media is very easy to find

    Cons

    • Lacks additional features

    Pricing

    Unibox is free to use, but you can purchase Unibox Pro for $4.99.

    MailTime

    If you loathe the idea of emails but need to use them anyway, then MailTime is going to be your best friend. It’s specifically designed to resemble iMessage, from the blue bubbles to the contact images on the side.

    Pros

    • Familiar interface for iOS users
    • Friendly, sender-oriented message sorting

    Cons

    • Multiple account support locked behind Pro version

    Pricing

    The base MailTime app is free, while MailTime Pro costs $2.99.

    Edison Mail

    Edison Mail is the perfect app for frequent online shoppers. It sorts and keeps track of your order confirmations, shipping notices, and sale notifications – all in one easy-to-read home screen. 

    Pros

    • Boasts an undo send feature for quick corrections 
    • Quick unsubscribe feature for annoying newsletters

    Cons

    • Has had some security issues in the past

    Pricing

    Edison Mail is completely free to use.

    myMail

    myMail can be a compelling choice for users who want an email address unassociated with Google, Yahoo, Apple, or Microsoft. But while users can create exclusive My.com email addresses with this app, they have to be using the myMail service to log in.

    Pros

    • myMail email address has unlimited storage
    • Supports other email providers

    Cons

    • Has no interesting features

    Pricing

    myMail is free to use.

    Newton Mail

    Newton comes with read receipts, end-of-day recaps, and other time-saving smart features. But despite being jam-packed with convenient features, Newton Mail has a relatively simple and stress-free UI.

    Pros

    • Unique smart features not found in any other app
    • Wide range of third-party integrations

    Cons

    • More expensive than alternatives

    Pricing

    Newton Mail is $49.99/year after the 14-day free trial.

    What’s The Best iPhone And iPad Email App For You

    The best iPhone and iPad email app for most people will be Gmail – it’s very user-friendly and the average user won’t be lacking any necessary features. However, if you’re a business owner or a team manager, it might be worth looking into the Spark team plan. It’s a little costly, but the in-app communication features can really boost business efficiency, especially if your team works from home.

    Email is essential to everyday life, and finding the perfect app can make or break the experience. Luckily, there are plenty of third-party alternatives to the default Apple Mail app, each with its own unique take on what email management can be.

    But what if emailing could be even smoother and more convenient? That can be achieved through automating the little tasks – which Integrately does best. Sign up today for thousands of free integrations with your favorite software!

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    FAQs about iPhone Email Apps

    How do I get my email on iPhone and iPad?

    To get your email on iPhone and iPad, all you need to do is open the pre-installed Mail app or a third-party app while connected to the internet. Once you do, your phone will “fetch” your new emails, if it hasn’t already.

    Where do email downloads go on my iPhone?

    Email downloads are stored locally on your phone for offline reading. They can be accessed through your email app.

    Which app comes pre-installed with my iPhone?

    Apple Mail comes pre-installed with all iPhones and iPads.
    Abhishek Agrawal
    Author - Abhishek A Agrawal
    Abhishek is the founder of Integrately, CompanyHub, and Dreamwares. He is passionate about technology and entrepreneurship. He is always looking to leverage technology for the growth of the business. He has a deep understanding of how businesses work and uses this knowledge to build products that help entrepreneurs grow their businesses.

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