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Superhuman vs Shortwave

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Superhuman

8.0
Communication

Email client

Shortwave

6.0
Communication

Email client

Metric Superhuman Shortwave
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 8.0 6.0
30-day Installs 128 15
90-day Installs 424 50
365-day Installs 1.3K 223
Version 1041.0.2 2026.2.1
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 83 32
GitHub Forks 7 1
Open Issues 1 -
License MIT
Language JavaScript TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit 1y ago 4y ago
First Seen Sep 29, 2017 Nov 22, 2024

Reviews

Superhuman

Superhuman is a high-performance email client designed for efficiency, offering features like quick actions, AI-powered suggestions, and a clean interface. It's ideal for power users and professionals managing large volumes of email.

Superhuman manages emails with advanced features including smart replies and efficient search capabilities.

Pros

  • + High-speed performance and efficiency
  • + User-friendly and intuitive interface
  • + AI-driven features for smart email handling

Cons

  • - Embeds tracking pixels, raising privacy concerns
  • - Unknown license status for the GitHub repository

Shortwave

Shortwave is a focused email client designed for users seeking a streamlined inbox experience. It offers auto-updates and a MIT license, appealing to those who value simplicity and open-source software.

Manages emails with a user-friendly interface.

Pros

  • + Streamlined email management
  • + Auto-update feature
  • + MIT license

Cons

  • - Low GitHub activity
  • - Niche appeal