# Shortwave vs Suno

> Shortwave: AI email client for Gmail that searches, organizes, drafts and schedules from plain-language prompts
> Suno: Turn text prompts, lyrics or audio into complete songs with vocals

- Shortwave profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/shortwave
- Suno profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/suno
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/shortwave-vs-suno
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

Shortwave is listed under AI Assistants and Suno under Audio & Speech AI. Suno scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.7 vs 8.1 out of 10). Both have a free plan or trial. Only Shortwave is available on Windows and macOS. Only Suno is available on Web.

### Choose Shortwave if

- You want a tool built for heavy Gmail users who want AI search, drafting and inbox triage inside the email client itself.
- AI search covers up to five years of email on Business and unlimited history on Premier and Max.
- Native apps on iOS, Android, Mac and Windows, with a 4.7 average rating on the App Store.

### Choose Suno if

- You want a tool built for quick song drafts from a text prompt.
- Creates full songs with vocals and lyrics from a short prompt or your own lyrics.
- Free plan with 50 daily credits and access to v6-mini.

## Pricing

| | Shortwave | Suno |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Shortwave | Suno |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Assistant | Yes | Not listed |
| AI Search | Yes | Not listed |
| Write in Your Voice | Yes | Not listed |
| AI Filters | Yes | Not listed |
| Bundles and Split Inboxes | Yes | Not listed |
| AI Scheduling | Yes | Not listed |
| Team Collaboration | Yes | Not listed |
| Tracking and Reminders | Yes | Not listed |
| App Connections and MCP | Yes | Not listed |
| Privacy Controls | Yes | Not listed |
| v6 models | Not listed | Yes |
| Text, lyrics and audio inputs | Not listed | Yes |
| Section editing | Not listed | Yes |
| Mashups and sampling | Not listed | Yes |
| Stem separation | Not listed | Yes |
| Suno Studio | Not listed | Yes |
| Custom models and own voice | Not listed | Yes |
| Mobile apps | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Shortwave | Suno |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | No | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | No |
| macOS | Yes | No |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | No | No |
| Browser Extension | No | No |

## Shortwave strengths

- AI search covers up to five years of email on Business and unlimited history on Premier and Max.
- Native apps on iOS, Android, Mac and Windows, with a 4.7 average rating on the App Store.
- Team features such as shared threads, comments and assignments sit inside the inbox.
- AI connects to outside tools including Notion, HubSpot, GitHub and MCP servers.
- Per-plan model tiers let users pay for stronger models only when needed.

## Shortwave limitations

- Paid plans are priced per seat from $30 (Business) to $120 (Max), higher than many email clients.
- Built around Gmail; support for other providers is limited or unclear.
- AI usage is capped by plan, with Business allowing roughly 150-300 Standard requests per day.
- The free tier is not clearly documented on the official pricing page.

## Suno strengths

- Creates full songs with vocals and lyrics from a short prompt or your own lyrics
- Free plan with 50 daily credits and access to v6-mini
- Edits a single section, line or word without regenerating the song
- Web, iOS and Android apps
- Premier includes Suno Studio with MIDI, effects and multitrack export

## Suno limitations

- Free plan songs cannot be used commercially and are owned by Suno
- Song downloads are capped at 20 per month on Pro and 60 on Premier, with none on the free plan
- Suno Studio, personas and advanced stem splitting require the $30 Premier plan
- Music made entirely by AI may not qualify for copyright protection
- No public self-serve API; Universal Music Group and Sony Music lawsuits against Suno are reported as still ongoing

## FAQ

**Is Shortwave better than Suno?**

It depends on your workflow. Shortwave is built for heavy Gmail users who want AI search, drafting and inbox triage inside the email client itself. Suno is built for quick song drafts from a text prompt.

**What are the key feature differences between Shortwave and Suno?**

Shortwave: AI email client for Gmail that searches, organizes, drafts and schedules from plain-language prompts. Suno: Turn text prompts, lyrics or audio into complete songs with vocals.

**Does Shortwave or Suno have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. Shortwave is freemium and Suno is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, Shortwave or Suno?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.