Mailtrack vs HawkOpen at a glance
| HawkOpen | Mailtrack (Mailsuite) | |
|---|---|---|
| Main environment | Gmail, Outlook on the web, Yahoo Mail, IMAP/SMTP mailboxes; extension for Chrome and Firefox | Gmail (“Email Tracker for Gmail”) |
| Apple Mail opens and scanners | Category and rule code on every event | According to its blog, detects automated-request patterns and filters known security scanners; we found no published rule list or per-event rule code on its public pages |
| Documents | PDF link with time on pages (with the reader’s consent); proposals with acceptance | Document tracking |
| Signature | Simple electronic signature (eIDAS Art. 3(10)) with an evidence report | Signature request with event history; signature type not stated on the feature page |
| Free plan | Yes: opens without a limit, link clicks in 10 emails a month | Yes |
| Reviews and scale | No public reviews (new product) | About 3 million users in the Chrome Web Store, rated 4.5 |
When to choose Mailtrack
- You work only in Gmail and Chrome.
- You want a tool with plenty of reviews.
When to choose HawkOpen
- You want to know which opens come from Apple Mail or a scanner, not just count “opened”.
- You send from Outlook, Yahoo or another IMAP mailbox, or you work in Firefox.
- You send proposals and want acceptance with a signed confirmation in the same tool.
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Frequently asked questions
Are Mailtrack and Mailsuite the same company?
Yes. Mailtrack, formerly at mailtrack.io, now operates under the Mailsuite name. A different, unrelated product runs at mailtrack.email.
Does HawkOpen have a free plan like Mailtrack?
Yes. The free plan tracks opens without a limit and classifies each one, tracks link clicks in 10 emails a month and keeps 7 days of history. Paid plans start at €4 a month plus VAT with yearly billing (€48 a year).