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Compare Mailbird and Microsoft Outlook 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (39.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.28 Per Month
No pricing available
Mailbird
Star Rating
(99)3.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.28 Per Month
Browse all 5 pricing plansMicrosoft Outlook
Star Rating
(3,040)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (39.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft OutlookSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Microsoft Outlook excels in its Unified Inbox feature, scoring 9.0, which allows for seamless management of multiple email accounts in one place. In contrast, Mailbird's Unified Inbox scored slightly lower at 8.7, indicating a less robust experience.
- Reviewers mention that Outlook's Calendar Collaboration feature is highly rated at 9.0, making it easier for teams to coordinate schedules. Mailbird, however, received a lower score of 7.6, suggesting that its calendar collaboration tools may not be as effective for team environments.
- G2 users highlight Outlook's superior Reminders functionality, with a score of 9.3, which helps users stay organized and on top of tasks. Mailbird's reminders, rated at 7.7, may not provide the same level of effectiveness in task management.
- Users on G2 appreciate Outlook's Quality of Support, scoring 8.6, which indicates a strong customer service experience. In contrast, Mailbird's support received a lower score of 7.0, suggesting that users may face challenges when seeking assistance.
- Reviewers mention that Outlook's AI Text Generation feature, with a score of 7.9, offers useful tools for drafting emails. Mailbird, while it has similar features, scored lower in this area, indicating that its AI capabilities may not be as advanced or user-friendly.
- Users say that Outlook's Desktop Application is highly rated at 9.2, providing a robust and feature-rich experience. Mailbird's desktop application, rated at 7.2, may lack some of the advanced functionalities that Outlook users have come to expect.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Mailbird
Mailbird Standard Yearly
$2.28
Per Month
Save time managing multiple accounts with the best email client for Windows!
- Manage up to 3 email inboxes
- 5 Tracked Emails p/m
- Support for IMAP and POP3 accounts
Microsoft Outlook
No pricing availableFree Trial
Mailbird
Free Trial is available
Microsoft Outlook
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
7.2
78
9.2
2,338
Ease of Use
7.7
78
9.0
2,394
Ease of Setup
8.1
21
9.0
586
Ease of Admin
9.3
14
8.6
286
Quality of Support
6.9
63
8.6
1,897
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.9
11
8.8
267
Product Direction (% positive)
6.8
77
8.5
2,270
Features by Category
Inbox Tools
8.6
32
9.1
937
7.3
32
8.9
1000
7.7
29
9.3
1005
7.7
30
9.2
1014
Coordination Tools
7.6
29
9.3
1011
7.5
32
8.9
994
7.0
25
8.8
946
Software Options
7.3
34
9.2
1005
Feature Not Available
8.7
952
Email Client - Agentic AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Calendar View
Not enough data
9.0
1029
Not enough data
8.9
1035
Shared Calendar
Not enough data
9.0
1032
Not enough data
8.9
988
Accessibility
Not enough data
8.8
890
Not enough data
8.6
903
Integration
Not enough data
8.8
952
Not enough data
8.8
959
Not enough data
8.9
982
Notifications
Not enough data
9.0
987
Not enough data
8.5
803
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.6
268
Not enough data
7.7
269
Not enough data
7.6
268
Agentic AI - Calendar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Sorting & Filtering
5.5
13
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
4.7
11
Not enough data
Integrations
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Time Management
6.9
12
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.1
11
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Email Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.9
325
Not enough data
7.9
324
Not enough data
7.7
322
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Mailbird and Microsoft Outlook are categorized as Email Client
Unique Categories
Mailbird is categorized as Email Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Mailbird
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft Outlook
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
Information Technology and Services
21.1%
Marketing and Advertising
11.6%
Computer Software
9.5%
Entertainment
4.2%
Computer & Network Security
4.2%
Other
49.5%
Information Technology and Services
13.4%
Computer Software
8.2%
Hospital & Health Care
3.8%
Financial Services
3.6%
Marketing and Advertising
3.6%
Other
67.4%
Most Helpful Reviews
Mailbird
Most Helpful Favorable Review
John H.
Verified User in Internet
Extremely easy to use. Clean interface. Zero problems so far combining multiple email account sources (outlook, gmail, website domains, ect). Also like the additional Trello integration so I can access it without leaving the email client.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Liam G.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
The lack of integrity of Mailbird management thinking they can side step their obligations to existing customers and expect them to pay more money to them?
Microsoft Outlook
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Computer Software
Have know this tool for a very long time and used to its UI and behavior. Gets the job done.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Raviraj R.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Archiving the mails. This is still not straight forward method. Setting the archiving of mails and setting rules for mail is still a pain staking tasks. It does'nt allow me to send .exe or executable files as an attachment, i still not able to figure out...
John H.
Verified User in Internet
Extremely easy to use. Clean interface. Zero problems so far combining multiple email account sources (outlook, gmail, website domains, ect). Also like the additional Trello integration so I can access it without leaving the email client.
Verified User in Computer Software
Have know this tool for a very long time and used to its UI and behavior. Gets the job done.
Liam G.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
The lack of integrity of Mailbird management thinking they can side step their obligations to existing customers and expect them to pay more money to them?
Raviraj R.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Archiving the mails. This is still not straight forward method. Setting the archiving of mails and setting rules for mail is still a pain staking tasks. It does'nt allow me to send .exe or executable files as an attachment, i still not able to figure out...
Discussions
Is Mailbird really free?
2 comments
GK
No! Mailbird isn't free, but offers a 14-day free trial. Also, keep in mind that the company is developing another email client - it is called Mailbird Next....Read more
Why do my emails get stuck in the outbox?
1 comment
CC
Mailbird support is horrible - simply right click on the mailbird icon and make sure to select "exit mailbird". Don't just click the X on top to close the...Read more
What business advantages does Outlook give over Gmail?
5 comments
SP
As an e-mail client, Outlook is unexceptional. The driving difference is whether you want the overhead & control of hosting Exchange, or are content letting...Read more
What are the latest integrations and features in Microsoft Outlook that enhance email communication and productivity?
3 comments
SM
I like that you can pin conversations to the top of the email.Read more
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