Spike
Spike is a unified platform designed to streamline team collaboration by providing a range of communication and productivity features in on...
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What is Spike?
Spike is an AI-powered email client and business communication platform that transforms traditional email into a chat-like, conversational experience. It unifies email, team chat, collaborative notes, tasks, video meetings, and calendar into a single unified feed, eliminating the need to switch between multiple apps. Spike works with existing email providers like Gmail, Outlook, Exchange, iCloud, Yahoo! Mail, and IMAP, or users can create a new business email with a custom domain through Spike.
Key features include conversational email that removes messy threads, channels and groups for organized team discussions, collaborative notes and docs for real-time editing, integrated video and audio calls without scheduling links, a shared inbox for team email management, unified inbox for all email accounts, Super Search for instant finding of emails and files, Priority Inbox for smarter message sorting, built-in translation across 10 languages, and comprehensive AI-powered features including message generation, conversation summaries, and AI Assistant. The platform also offers voice messages, snooze, reminders, task tracking, calendar sync, file management, instant unsubscribe, bulk cleanup, schedule send, undo send, dark mode, keyboard shortcuts, and AES-256 encryption for security.
Spike is designed for teams and professionals who want to boost productivity by centralizing communication. It serves founders, consultants, freelancers, project managers, sales teams, remote teams, customer support teams, agencies, and HR professionals. With over 3 million teams and professionals worldwide using it, Spike is ideal for organizations that want to reduce app toggling (which can cost up to 4 hours per week), improve team collaboration, communicate with clients and vendors seamlessly, and manage all business communication from one inbox. The platform works on Windows, MacOS, iOS, Android, and web.
Spike pricing
Pricing model: Paid
Starter (Free): Free email address (@spike.team), 1 teamspace, 60 days search history, 15 GB storage, Spike AI with 10 queries for AI message generator/conversation summary/AI Assistant/AI Feed, 1 connected email account, up to 10 private groups, up to 10 public channels, 20 collaborative notes & tasks, file upload up to 15 MB, 1:1 video/audio calls, standard support. Team (Most Popular): Everything in Starter plus unlimited search history, 100 GB storage, shared inbox, free custom email domain (free with yearly plan for .com/.net/.org and other extensions), unlimited Spike AI queries, unlimited collaborative notes & tasks, file upload up to 100 MB, 30 video call participants, priority priority support, WhatsApp integration, personalized team onboarding. Business: Everything in Team plus 1 TB storage, large file upload up to 500 MB, 50 video call participants, VIP support, video call recording (SOON), SAML-SSO across devices (SOON), dedicated account manager.
Spike pros
- Conversational email eliminates messy threads
- Unified inbox for all email accounts in one place
- AI-powered features including message generation and summaries
- Built-in video and audio calls without external links
- Collaborative notes and docs in the inbox
- Shared inbox for team email management
- Super Search finds emails and files instantly
- Priority Inbox sorts important messages to top
- Works with existing Gmail, Outlook, Exchange accounts
- Free custom email domain with yearly Team/Business plans
- Cross-platform: Windows, MacOS, iOS, Android, web
- Built-in translation across 10 languages
- 15GB storage on Starter plan, 100GB on Team, 1TB on Business
- Real-time collaboration with read indicators and online status
- AES-256 encryption for data security
Spike cons
- Starter plan limited to 60 days search history
- Starter plan only allows 1 connected email account
- AI queries limited to 10 on Starter plan
- Video calls on Starter limited to 1:1 only
- Starter plan limited to 20 collaborative notes & tasks
- File upload limited to 15MB on Starter plan
- Some Business features marked as SOON (recording, SAML-SSO)
- WhatsApp integration only available on Team and Business plans
Frequently asked questions about Spike
What is Spike and how does it work?
Spike is an AI-powered email client and business communication platform that transforms email into a chat-like, conversational experience. It unifies email, team chat, collaborative notes, tasks, video meetings, and calendar into one unified feed. Spike works with your existing email providers (Gmail, Outlook, Exchange, iCloud, Yahoo! Mail, IMAP) or you can create a new business email with a custom domain. External recipients receive regular emails even if they're not on Spike.
Is there a free plan available?
Yes, Spike offers a free Starter plan that includes a free @spike.team email address, 1 teamspace, 60 days of search history, 15 GB storage per member, Spike AI with 10 queries for AI features, ability to connect 1 email account, up to 10 private groups and 10 public channels, 20 collaborative notes & tasks, file upload up to 15 MB, and 1:1 video/audio calls with standard support.
What platforms does Spike support?
Spike is available on Windows, MacOS, iOS, Android, and as a web app. All your messages, appointments, tasks, and files seamlessly sync across all devices, so you can access everything from wherever you are.
How does conversational email work in Spike?
Spike transforms traditional email threads into chat-like conversations grouped by people, just like a messenger app. No more messy threads - conversations are fast, organized, and distraction-free. External recipients who aren't on Spike still receive regular emails, so you can communicate with anyone.
What AI features does Spike include?
Spike AI includes AI message generator for creating emails and replies with context, AI conversation summary for instantly summarizing long email threads/messages/notes/files, AI Assistant that answers questions and generates articles/copy/code, and AI Feed for instant summaries of unread emails with one-swipe actions. Starter plan gets 10 queries for each feature, while Team and Business plans have unlimited AI use.
Can I use Spike with my existing email domain?
Yes, you can connect your existing email domain on Team and Business plans. The Starter plan provides a free @spike.team email address. Team and Business plans also include a free custom email domain (free with yearly plan) for extensions like .com, .net, .org, .org.in, .co.uk, .uk, .in, .business, .company, .icu, and .click.
What is the Shared Inbox feature?
Shared Inbox is a collaborative feature that allows multiple team members to access, manage, and collaborate on incoming emails together. You can assign conversations, track responses, and streamline team communication. This feature is available on Team and Business plans but not on the Starter plan.
Does Spike support video meetings?
Yes, Spike has integrated video and audio calls. Users can jump into calls without scheduling links or downloads. Starter plan supports 1:1 calls, Team plan supports up to 30 participants, and Business plan supports up to 50 participants. Video call recording will be available soon on Business plan. Non-Spike users can join via click-to-join links without app installation.
How secure is my data in Spike?
Spike uses AES-256 encryption with unique private keys for each message to ensure data safety. Your data is under lock and key with enterprise-grade security. Spike also has a Responsible Disclosure Program for reporting security issues.
What storage do I get on each plan?
Starter plan includes 15 GB storage per member, Team plan includes 100 GB per member, and Business plan includes 1 TB per member. File upload limits are 15 MB on Starter, 100 MB on Team, and 500 MB on Business plan.