Superhuman (email client)

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Superhuman
Superhuman
Company type Private
Founded2014;11 years ago (2014)
FounderRahul Vohra
Headquarters
US
Website www.superhuman.com

Superhuman is an email app founded in 2014 by Rahul Vohra. [1] It is targeted at users who want to improve their productivity and features liberal use of keyboard shortcuts to speed up email reading and replying. [2] The app uses a subscription-based monetization model, charging a standard monthly fee of $30. A discounted rate of $10 per month is offered to students. According to the developer, users may potentially save up to three hours per week through regular use of the service. [3] [4] [5]

Superhuman has raised over $100 million from venture capitalists, including Andreesen Horowitz. [6] [7] Initially, the app only integrated with Gmail, but in May 2022 launched integration with Microsoft Outlook. [8] In February 2024, Superhuman announced AI-powered drafts for instant replies. [9]

In July 2025, it was announced that Grammarly would accquire Superhuman for undisclosed amount. [10] [11]

References

  1. ↑ Roose, Kevin (June 27, 2019). "Would You Pay $30 a Month to Check Your Email?". The New York Times. ISSN   0362-4331 . Retrieved February 15, 2023.
  2. ↑ Stefan Ionescu (September 20, 2022). "Superhuman". TechRadar. Archived from the original on September 10, 2024. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
  3. ↑ Aten, Jason (November 9, 2022). "Email Is Killing Your Productivity". Inc. Archived from the original on November 23, 2022. Retrieved July 25, 2023.
  4. ↑ "Email app Superhuman adds a cheaper plan for students and teachers". Engadget. September 24, 2020. Archived from the original on September 10, 2024. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
  5. ↑ Gartenberg, Chaim (June 23, 2020). "Superhuman's email app is overhyped and overpriced". The Verge. Archived from the original on February 21, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
  6. ↑ Matney, Lucas (September 23, 2020). "Email startup Superhuman debuts a cheaper $10/month tier for students and academics". TechCrunch. Archived from the original on February 21, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
  7. ↑ Konrad, Alex. "Superhuman Raises $75 Million For Its Waitlist-Only Email Productivity App". Forbes. Archived from the original on February 21, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
  8. ↑ Russell, Melia. "Superhuman has finally arrived on Microsoft Outlook, unlocking massive growth potential for the company now that over 300 million more users have access". Business Insider. Archived from the original on February 21, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
  9. ↑ Mehta, Ivan (February 27, 2024). "Superhuman launches AI-powered instant replies". TechCrunch. Archived from the original on February 29, 2024. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
  10. ↑ "Superhuman is being acquired by Grammarly to build the future of work". Superhuman Blog. July 1, 2025. Retrieved July 2, 2025.
  11. ↑ "Grammarly to Acquire Superhuman to Accelerate Its AI Productivity Platform". Grammarly to Acquire Superhuman | Grammarly Blog. July 1, 2025. Retrieved July 2, 2025.
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