Inboxed vs. Outlook
Outlook is the enterprise default. But on Mac, it's a resource-heavy port packed with features you don't need. Inboxed is purpose-built for macOS.
| Feature | Outlook | Inboxed |
|---|---|---|
| AI Processing | Microsoft Copilot (Cloud) | Local LLM (Apple MLX) |
| Privacy | Microsoft cloud sync | 100% On-Device |
| Cost | $99/year (M365) | Free (Pro: $1 lifetime) |
| Performance | Heavy / Bloated | Ultra-light (Rust + Tauri) |
| Platform | Cross-platform port | Native macOS |
| Subscription | Required | None needed |
Escape the subscription trap.
Outlook wants a $99/year Microsoft 365 subscription for full features. And your emails pass through Microsoft's servers for AI processing.
Inboxed costs nothing to use, runs natively on macOS, and keeps every email AI interaction on your device.