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Slow Mail vs Aqua Mail: catalog facts
Slow MailAqua Mail
Free

Free and open source under the MIT licence.

Freemium

Free to try, with a paid purchase that removes ads and unlocks more features.

Android Android
  • No emails or message lists stored on the device
  • Works with any IMAP and SMTP provider
  • Works with any IMAP or POP3 account alongside the major providers
  • Does not route mail or passwords through its own cloud
  • Needs an active internet connection to read mail
  • Slower than clients with a local cache
  • Free version shows ads
  • Android only
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: MIT License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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