Shortwave
AI email client built on Gmail that bundles threads, drafts replies and summarises your inbox.
Overview
Shortwave is an AI email client built on top of Gmail that groups threads into topic bundles, adds a chat-style message view and lets users ask the AI to draft replies, summarise threads and find information across their inbox. It includes a scheduling feature that turns emails into tasks and a focus mode that hides non-urgent mail. Shortwave is aimed at individual professionals and small teams on Google Workspace. It runs in the browser and has iOS and Mac apps.
Key features
- Thread bundling by topic and sender
- AI reply drafting from a short prompt
- Thread and inbox summarisation
- Email-to-task conversion with reminders
- Focus mode to defer non-urgent messages
Pricing
- Pricing model
- Subscription
- Monthly
- From $30/month
- Yearly
- Not on record
- Free plan
- No
- Free trial
- Yes
- Last verified
- Checked October 4, 2026
Pros
- Free plan covers core AI drafting and bundling features
- Stays inside Gmail so no address migration is needed
- Thread summarisation is useful for catching up on long conversations
Cons
- Works only with Gmail accounts
- Less polished on iOS than on the desktop
Who should use it
- Gmail users who want AI drafting and inbox bundling without leaving Google
- Individuals managing a busy inbox who need fast triage
- Small teams who want shared email views on Google Workspace
Beginner, Intermediate · Individuals, Small teams
Who shouldn't
- Outlook or non-Gmail email accounts
- Enterprises that need advanced compliance or audit controls
Facts
- Category
- AI productivity
- Platforms
- Web, macOS, iOS
- Integrations
- Gmail, Google Calendar, Slack
- API
- Not on record
- Skill level
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Team size
- Individuals, Small teams
- Data and privacy
- We have no verified details on data handling. Read the vendor's privacy policy before uploading sensitive material.
Alternatives
Frequently asked questions
How much does Shortwave cost?
From $30/month. Checked October 4, 2026.
Does Shortwave have a free plan?
Shortwave has no permanent free plan on record, but it offers a free trial.
Who is Shortwave best for?
Gmail users who want AI drafting and inbox bundling without leaving Google; Individuals managing a busy inbox who need fast triage; Small teams who want shared email views on Google Workspace.
Which platforms does Shortwave run on?
Web, macOS, iOS.
Does Shortwave have an API?
Our data does not list a public API for Shortwave.
What are the alternatives to Shortwave?
Tools often weighed against Shortwave include Superhuman, Notion.