Compare Apple Mail and Spike 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (77.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$5.00 1 User Per Month
Apple Mail
Star Rating
(152)3.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Apple MailSpike
Star Rating
(262)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (77.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$5.00 1 User Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Apple Mail excels in its seamless integration with MacOS, making it a favorite for users who appreciate a simple and functional email experience. Many users highlight how it "just works" and praise its lightweight design, which contributes to a smooth workflow.
- Users say that Spike stands out with its innovative chat-like interface, which transforms traditional email into a more engaging experience. Reviewers mention that this design significantly reduces email fatigue, allowing them to manage conversations more efficiently and enjoyably.
- According to verified reviews, Apple Mail has a strong reputation for ease of setup and administration, with users appreciating its intuitive onboarding process. This makes it particularly appealing for those who want a hassle-free email solution without extensive configuration.
- Reviewers mention that Spike's conversational style not only enhances email readability but also streamlines team communication. Users have noted that it saves them time and mental overhead, making it a refreshing upgrade from traditional email clients.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Apple Mail has a solid overall satisfaction score, it may not fully meet the diverse needs of all users, particularly those looking for advanced features. Some users feel it lacks certain functionalities that could enhance productivity further.
- Users report that Spike, despite its lower overall satisfaction score, has a strong focus on customer support and product direction, with many praising the responsiveness of the support team and the ongoing improvements being made to the platform.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Apple Mail
No pricing availableSpike
Pro
$5.00
1 User Per Month
Use Spike's email app with up to 3 email accounts with unified inbox and unlimited search history
- Conversational Email
- Spike AI
- 5 GB storage
Free Trial
Apple Mail
No trial information availableSpike
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.1
135
8.8
165
Ease of Use
8.4
136
9.3
169
Ease of Setup
9.0
44
9.3
51
Ease of Admin
7.9
36
8.7
34
Quality of Support
8.0
105
9.0
156
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.8
29
8.6
32
Product Direction (% positive)
6.5
131
9.6
155
Features by Category
Messenger
Not enough data
9.1
25
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
23
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
24
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
25
|
Verified
Channels
Not enough data
8.7
21
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
20
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
19
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
20
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
20
|
Verified
Customers
Not enough data
8.8
20
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
22
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Conversational Marketing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
8.9
64
Not enough data
9.2
68
Not enough data
8.6
69
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
8.8
55
Not enough data
8.4
53
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
9.2
67
Not enough data
9.2
62
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
7.4
9
AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
6.5
8
Not enough data
6.9
9
Not enough data
6.0
8
Not enough data
5.6
8
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Grammar
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
8.9
6
Formatting
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Product Type
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Inbox Tools
Not enough data
9.5
71
Not enough data
9.0
66
Not enough data
9.2
65
Not enough data
9.2
63
Coordination Tools
Not enough data
8.5
63
Not enough data
8.5
64
Not enough data
8.6
58
Software Options
Not enough data
9.3
68
Not enough data
9.2
69
Email Client - Agentic AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Collaboration Tools
Not enough data
9.1
25
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.7
17
Not enough data
8.8
27
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Meeting Coordination
Not enough data
8.2
32
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
27
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
24
|
Verified
Software Type
Not enough data
9.0
32
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
27
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
26
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Video Conferencing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Calendar View
Not enough data
9.1
25
Not enough data
8.8
27
Shared Calendar
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Accessibility
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
7
Integration
Not enough data
9.3
26
Not enough data
9.1
24
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Notifications
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Calendar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Sorting & Filtering
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integrations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Time Management
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Email Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.1
25
7.0
10
7.8
24
8.0
11
8.2
25
7.0
9
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Encryption Techniques - Email Encryption
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Authentication, Verification, and Access Controls - Email Encryption
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Enhancements and Auditing - Email Encryption
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration, Compatibility, and Usability - Email Encryption
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Note-Taking Software
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Audio Conferencing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Apple Mail and Spike are categorized as Email
Unique Categories
Apple Mail has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Apple Mail
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Spike
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
15.4%
Information Technology and Services
8.1%
Marketing and Advertising
6.0%
Education Management
4.7%
Financial Services
4.7%
Other
61.1%
Information Technology and Services
12.2%
Marketing and Advertising
9.2%
Computer Software
8.7%
Higher Education
5.2%
Financial Services
3.1%
Other
61.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
Mail is taking up too much storage on MacBook! How do I save more storage?
2 Comments
BG
So tech support in this case might help, but I realize that in most of my problems I had to blame my own knowledge of Apple products and how it works. Last...Read more
Apple Mail and Exchange
1 Comment
BE
I haven't been able to use Exchange with Apple Mail. Though I've found some tweaks online to integrate the two, I noticed that it can get quite problematic....Read more
How do I properly use and create Smart Mailboxes and how they are used?
1 Comment
HR
Hi Mauricio,
Since you posted this quite some time ago, have you already figured out the answer or do you still need help?
RegardsRead more
How much does Spike cost?
2 Comments
PD
there's a free account for personal email. Pro costs $4 a monthRead more
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