10 Minute Mail vs Temp-Mail.io
Temp-Mail.io is a polished, app-first take on disposable email, with dedicated mobile apps and browser extensions. 10 Minute Mail takes a simpler approach: everything free, in one browser tab, with a timer you pick yourself. Here is an honest look at where each one is actually stronger.
| What matters | 10 Minute Mail | Temp-Mail.io |
|---|---|---|
| Free timer length | Choice of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 or 30 minutes, all free | 10 minutes on the free tier; longer timers need a paid plan |
| Longest available timer | 30 minutes, free | Up to 30 days, on the paid premium tier |
| Mobile apps | None - Works in any mobile browser | iOS and Android apps |
| Browser extensions | None | Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Edge |
| Languages supported | 33 | Primarily English |
| Sign-up required | No | No, for the free tier |
Where 10 Minute Mail pulls ahead
Every timer, free, no upgrade needed
Every timer length we offer, up to 30 minutes, is free, with no plan to upgrade to. If you want a longer window than that on Temp-Mail.io, you need their premium tier.
We also cover 33 languages against what appears to be an English-first interface on their side.
Where Temp-Mail.io holds its own
Apps, extensions, and week-long addresses
If you want a dedicated mobile app or a browser extension that puts a temp address one click away, Temp-Mail.io has both and we do not.
Their premium tier also stretches a single address out to 30 days, which is well past what any free timer here offers. That is useful if you specifically need an address that survives for weeks, not minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Temp-Mail.io free to use?
Does Temp-Mail.io have a mobile app?
Which one works in more languages?
Want to try the free, six-timer version? Grab a temporary email from the home page, or see the full feature list.
Curious how we compare to a long-running alternative? See 10 Minute Mail vs Guerrilla Mail.