Inboxed vs. HEY
HEY reimagined email. But at $99/year with no IMAP support, you're locked into Basecamp's ecosystem. Inboxed gives you the philosophy without the lock-in.
| Feature | HEY | Inboxed |
|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Basic (cloud-based) | Local LLM (Apple MLX) |
| Privacy | Basecamp cloud servers | 100% On-Device |
| Cost | $99/year | Free (Pro: $1 lifetime) |
| Email Provider | HEY-only (@hey.com) | Any IMAP account |
| Platform | Web-first | Native macOS (Rust) |
| Data Portability | No IMAP export | Standard IMAP |
Keep your email address. Keep your freedom.
HEY forces you to use their proprietary email address and servers. If you cancel, you lose your address.
Inboxed works with any IMAP email account. Your Gmail, Fastmail, or company email — with local AI intelligence layered on top.