Head-to-head · Email Tracking Software
Mailproof vs Boomerang
Mailproof leads on 0 checks, Boomerang on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMailproof · 8.8/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly Boomerang
- Most featuresMailproof · 3 of 4
Mailproof scores higher on our rubric for email tracking software: 8.8 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #7.
Mailproof is the better fit for budget-conscious Gmail users tracking opens and clicks. Boomerang is the better fit for gmail or Outlook users wanting tracking and reminders.
- Mailproof fits best
Budget-conscious Gmail users tracking opens and clicks
- Boomerang fits best
Gmail or Outlook users wanting tracking and reminders
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Side by side
| Feature | Mailproof 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | Boomerang 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #5 in Email Tracking Software | #7 in Email Tracking Software |
| Best for | Budget-conscious Gmail users tracking opens and clicks | Gmail or Outlook users wanting tracking and reminders |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $4.99/mo | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Browser extension | Browser extension, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Chrome extension | Chrome extension, iOS, Android |
| Integrations | 1 integrations | 13 integrations |
| Features Mailproof 3/4 · Boomerang 2/4 | ||
| Open tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Link tracking | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Reply tracking | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Activity alerts | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Email client support | Gmail | Not checked yet |
| CRM integrations | 0 | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Mailproof brings email open and link-click tracking to Gmail through a Chrome extension and website. It is aimed at sales representatives, recruiters, freelancers, founders, and other Gmail users who want visibility into recipient… Read the review → |
Boomerang adds email timing and engagement tools to Gmail and Outlook, with apps for iPhone and Android. It suits individuals and teams that want to schedule messages, track opens, clicks, and replies, and receive reminders when recipients… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Mailproof — where it wins
- Tracks email opens and link clicks in Gmail
- Pro adds real-time tracking and alerts
- Includes scheduling, templates, and detailed analytics
Where it doesn't
- Focused on Gmail rather than multiple email clients
- Free plan has conflicting tracked-email limits
- No CRM integrations or reply tracking listed
Boomerang — where it wins
- Tracks responses, read receipts, and link clicks
- Adds scheduled sending and reminders for unanswered emails
- Connects with CRM, meeting, and email platforms
Where it doesn't
- Basic limits users to 10 message credits per month
- Gmail support is listed for Personal, not Outlook
- Premium features such as track by default cost $49.98 per user monthly, billed annually
- Mailproof8.8/10 · Free plan
A Gmail-focused tracker with a limited free tier and paid real-time alerts.
Visit MailproofFull verdict → - Boomerang8.6/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
Boomerang pairs Gmail and Outlook tracking with scheduling and follow-up tools.
Visit BoomerangFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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