Superhuman costs $30/month for Starter and $40/month for Business, with annual billing dropping those to $25 and $33 a month. There's no free plan — only a trial. The one thing to know before you subscribe: the AI writing features that make Superhuman worth it in 2026 are on the Business tier, not Starter. Here's every plan and the math on whether it pays off.
Every plan at a glance
| Plan | Monthly | Annual (per mo) | Key additions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | $30 | $25 ($300/yr) | Fast client, Split Inbox, 100+ shortcuts, Instant Reply, snippets, read statuses |
| Business | $40 | $33 ($396/yr) | Auto Drafts, Ask AI, Smart Send, Custom Auto Labels, CRM sync, Recent Opens Feed |
| Enterprise | Custom | Advanced security, admin controls, SSO, dedicated support | |
All tiers connect to Gmail or Microsoft 365 Outlook and run across web, desktop (macOS/Windows), and mobile. Superhuman Mail is also bundled inside the wider Superhuman Suite (via Grammarly), where Mail first appears on the Business suite tier at roughly $33/member/month annually.
Starter — $30/month
Starter is the classic Superhuman: the speed-first client with Split Inbox, the full keyboard-shortcut system, Instant Reply (older, template-style AI), snippets, scheduled send, follow-up reminders, and read statuses. If you're buying Superhuman purely for how fast it makes you at email, Starter delivers that. What it does not include is the 2026 AI writing suite.
Business — $40/month
Business is where the modern AI lives. On top of everything in Starter, you get Auto Drafts (full replies written in your voice by Anthropic and OpenAI models), Ask AI (natural-language questions across your inbox), Smart Send, Custom Auto Labels, and the Recent Opens Feed. It also adds CRM integrations with Salesforce, HubSpot, and Pipedrive — which is why sales teams default to this tier.
At $33/month annually, the $8/month step up from Starter is the price of the AI. For anyone who wants the drafting Superhuman markets in 2026, Business is effectively the real entry price.
Enterprise — custom
Enterprise adds the compliance layer larger orgs need: advanced security controls, admin management, SSO, and dedicated support. Pricing is quoted per organization through Superhuman's sales team, so there's no public number. If you're rolling Superhuman out to a whole department, this is the tier — otherwise Business covers individuals and small teams.
Annual vs monthly
Paying annually saves roughly 17%. Starter drops from $30 to an effective $25/month ($300 up front), and Business from $40 to $33/month ($396 up front). Given that Superhuman is a tool you use every single workday, the annual commitment is the sensible default once you've trialed it and know you'll stick.
Is it worth it?
Do the math on time, not features. Superhuman's own testing and third-party reviews put the time savings for heavy users at about 4 hours a week. If your time is worth even $50/hour, that's $200/week of value against roughly $10/week for Business. For a founder, executive, or salesperson buried in email, it pays for itself many times over.
It's not worth it if your inbox is light. Paying $396 a year to move faster through a few dozen emails a day is poor value — a free option like Gemini in Gmail or MailMaestro's free tier does more than enough. The break-even is roughly the point where email volume genuinely eats into your day.
Weighing the alternatives? Read our full Superhuman review, compare it against the value pick in Superhuman vs Shortwave, or see the whole field in our best AI email assistants guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Superhuman cost in 2026?
Starter is $30/month ($25 annually, $300/year) and Business is $40/month ($33 annually, $396/year). Enterprise is custom. There's no permanent free plan, only a trial.
Does Superhuman have a free plan?
No. There's a free trial to test the client and AI, but ongoing use requires a paid Starter or Business subscription.
What's the difference between Starter and Business?
Starter is the fast client with Split Inbox and shortcuts. Business adds the AI writing suite — Auto Drafts, Ask AI, Custom Auto Labels — plus Salesforce, HubSpot, and Pipedrive CRM integrations.
Do I need Business for the AI features?
Yes for the 2026 AI. Auto Drafts and Ask AI are Business-only. Starter includes the older Instant Reply but not the model-driven drafting Superhuman now markets.
How much do I save with annual billing?
Around 17%. Starter drops to an effective $25/month and Business to $33/month when paid yearly, versus $30 and $40 month-to-month.
Is Superhuman cheaper than Shortwave?
Shortwave's individual Pro plan starts around $14/month, cheaper than Superhuman's $30 Starter. But Shortwave is Gmail-only. If you need Outlook support or maximum speed, Superhuman's premium may still be the better fit.
Can I cancel Superhuman anytime?
Yes. Monthly plans can be cancelled at any time, and your underlying Gmail or Outlook mailbox is unaffected. Annual plans run for the term you paid for; check current refund terms on Superhuman's site before committing.