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Missive

Missive turns emails into work tasks, without changing your workflow. No more manual forwarding.

Checked 5 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since October 2024

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At a glance

Starts at from $14 per user/month Price as published by the vendor, September 2026.
Free tier No
Platforms Web, macOS, Windows
Best for Teams relying on email for collaboration
Not for Teams requiring a shared inbox

3.9 out of 5

Scored by Alex after real use

Our verdict

Collaborate behind the scenes with Missive's team inbox and see who’s working on what. It simplifies managing emails but may not be ideal if you prefer a centralized inbox system.

✓What it does well

Team CollaborationMultiple team members can discuss and act on emails directly within the message thread.
Customizable WorkflowsCreate rules for repetitive tasks, automate them so they happen automatically.
Rich IntegrationsIntegrate with over 25 apps to keep your inbox context-rich and productive.

✕Where it falls short

No Centralized InboxDoes not offer a shared inbox for all team members; emails are still in personal inboxes.
Paid FeaturesAdvanced features like SAML SSO and advanced analytics cost extra beyond the Starter plan.
Limited Free TrialOnly a 30-day free trial is offered; no perpetual free tier available.

Key features

AI AssistantUses AI to gather context and assist with writing emails.
AutomationsSet up automations for repetitive tasks, like creating rules for common actions.
Email DelegationEasily delegate incoming emails to the right team members within a message thread.
email delegation rulesautomate repetitive email delegations

Questions about Missive

What does Missive do?

Missive turns emails into work tasks without changing a team's workflow. Team members can discuss and act on emails directly within the message thread, delegate incoming emails to the right person and see who is working on what. An AI assistant helps gather context and write emails.

How much does Missive cost?

Missive starts from $14 per user/month on the Starter plan. The Productive plan costs $24 per user/month and the Business plan $36 per user/month. There is no free tier, only a 30-day free trial, and the reviewer notes that features such as SAML SSO and advanced analytics cost extra beyond Starter.

Does Missive work on Mac and Windows?

Yes. Missive runs on the web, on macOS and on Windows. Its features include team discussion inside email threads, email delegation, automation rules for repetitive tasks and integrations with over 25 apps.

Is Missive a shared inbox for teams?

Toolio lists teams requiring a shared inbox among those Missive does not suit. The reviewer notes it does not offer a centralized inbox for all team members, so emails stay in personal inboxes while colleagues collaborate on them in the thread. It is aimed at teams relying on email for collaboration.

Can Missive automate email tasks?

Yes. Missive lets teams create rules for repetitive tasks so they run automatically, including delegation rules that route incoming emails to the right team members. The reviewer lists these customizable workflows among its strengths, alongside integrations with over 25 apps.

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