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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated August 19th, 2026 # Reviews of AOL Mail Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.0 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews KC Kevin C Supply Chain Industrial EngineerConsumer Goods, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “What I like most about my AOL Mail is the ability to organize emails into subfolders.“ May 17, 2026 MS Mocha S Senior DesignerPolitical Organization, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “That said, the experience can feel a bit dated compared to newer email services. While it performs well for sending, receiving, and organizing emails, it lacks some of the advanced features and seamless integrations that modern platforms offer.“ April 23, 2026 MS Mocha S Senior DesignerPolitical Organization, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Customer support, while not heavily relied upon, is accessible through help articles and forums, which are generally sufficient for resolving common issues.“ April 23, 2026 MS Mocha S Senior DesignerPolitical Organization, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The interface, although simple, lacks the polish and customization options that many users expect today, which can impact overall user experience.“ April 23, 2026 MS Mocha S Senior DesignerPolitical Organization, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The platform is straightforward and easy to navigate, making the learning curve very minimal—even for users who aren’t particularly tech-savvy.“ April 23, 2026 MS Mocha S Senior DesignerPolitical Organization, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Overall, AOL Mail is a dependable option for users who value simplicity and familiarity, but it may not fully meet the expectations of those looking for a more modern, feature-rich email experience.“ April 23, 2026 PB Pat B AdvisorInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Aol Mail is easier for email marketing and mailing clients, it allows multi sending of emails.“ February 7, 2025 MS Mocha S Senior DesignerPolitical Organization, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Occasional slowdowns or minor glitches can also interrupt the flow at times.“ April 23, 2026 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 83 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Royce C. Software Reviewer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A for Aolmail" March 14, 2025 5.0 It was a great service for as long as I had it I had a good experience with it in the beginning but it's it's a good service now I just have two others that I use instead Pros AOL Mail was a good service it was easy to log into I loved it that you got mail message when we got an email which was nice I guess that's the only Pro I can think of could have been a while since I've had it Cons It lacked advanced features that other providers did but I just assumed that's because it was one of the first email providers I needed more advanced features so that's why I switched to another provider Review Source MS Mocha S. Senior Designer Political Organization Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A Dependable Email Service for Everyday Use" April 23, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with AOL Mail has been steady and reliable for basic email needs. It’s a simple platform that gets the job done without much complexity, which makes it easy to use on a daily basis. The interface is straightforward, and managing emails is fairly intuitive, especially for users who prefer a more traditional setup. That said, the experience can feel a bit dated compared to newer email services. While it performs well for sending, receiving, and organizing emails, it lacks some of the advanced features and seamless integrations that modern platforms offer. Occasional slowdowns or minor glitches can also interrupt the flow at times. Overall, AOL Mail is a dependable option for users who value simplicity and familiarity, but it may not fully meet the expectations of those looking for a more modern, feature-rich email experience. Pros AOL Mail offers solid value for money, especially considering it’s free and still provides reliable core email functionality without requiring upgrades for basic use. The platform is straightforward and easy to navigate, making the learning curve very minimal—even for users who aren’t particularly tech-savvy. One of its strengths is email management. Features like folders, spam filtering, and search work efficiently, helping keep inboxes organized without feeling overly complicated. It’s especially useful for users who prefer a more traditional email experience without too many advanced or distracting features. Customer support, while not heavily relied upon, is accessible through help articles and forums, which are generally sufficient for resolving common issues. In terms of performance, AOL Mail is relatively stable. While occasional bugs or minor loading issues can occur, they are not frequent enough to significantly impact day-to-day usage. Overall, it’s a dependable and user-friendly email service that delivers consistent performance for everyday needs. Cons While AOL Mail is functional, it can feel outdated compared to more modern email platforms. The interface, although simple, lacks the polish and customization options that many users expect today, which can impact overall user experience. In terms of value, while it is free, it comes with noticeable trade-offs—such as ads and limited advanced features—that other platforms offer more seamlessly. Customer support is another area that could be improved. Most help is routed through FAQs or community forums, and it can be difficult to get timely, personalized assistance for more complex issues. Email management tools, while basic and easy to use, are somewhat limited. Features like advanced filtering, integrations, and smart inbox organization are not as robust as those offered by competitors, which can be a drawback for power users. Additionally, users may occasionally experience bugs or slow loading times, especially when handling large volumes of emails. While not constant, these issues can be frustrating when they occur. Overall, AOL Mail serves basic needs but may fall short for users looking for a more modern, feature-rich, and seamless email experience. Review Source HB Hamza B. front end developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "AOL Mails" August 14, 2026 5.0 Pros Over time, the improvements to the interface have made it a little more pleasant to use. For regular use, it’s more than enough for me. Cons I still find the interface looks a bit old compared to Gmail or Outlook. When you spend a lot of time in your emails, you definitely notice it. Review Source MP Max P. Commercial BD Facilities Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "AOL used to be the best. They Have been surpassed." May 18, 2026 3.0 AOL used to be great but it seems it never got with the times. GMAIL is far more superior given it does not have the refreshing issues. Pros I have been an AOL user for almost my entire life. It is very user friendly and was the only email I used until a few years ago when I got a GMAIL. Cons My inbox has an issue that I can go days on end without it updating. Even if I keep refreshing it, it will not load the messages. This is not all the times but the variance is very frustrating. Review Source BL Brooks L. Administrative Assistant Accounting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "AOL is the BEST" April 26, 2026 5.0 AOL Mail is the way to go if you want to send/receive emails immediately. They actually spam filter unlike other mailing options. Pros I think my favorite thing about AOL Mail is the value for money! I’ve never had better customer support, email management and spam filtering. It is unbeatable! I have had no learning curve, or bugs and issues. Calendar Integration is top of the line. Cons I have yet to experience any issues with AOL Mail. I have used the software for 2+ years and no cons to report! Switched from [Direct Mail](https://www.capterra.com/p/128355/Direct-Mail/) Due to much better pricing point for AOL! Review Source KC Kevin C. Supply Chain Industrial Engineer Consumer Goods Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Review of AOL Email" May 17, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with AOL Mail has been very favorable. I highly recommend its service to anyone. It is easy to learn. The learning curve is short. Pros What I like most about my AOL Mail is the ability to organize emails into subfolders. This allows for much better organization of files related to the same subject or author. In turn, I am able to retrieve email strings or have an increased continuity of thought. I also like the search feature. I can search by key words and all the relative emails will populate for ease of searching. AOL also captures potential spam mail into its own folder. This allows me to review and delete bad content or allow it into my inbox if I choose. Cons I do not like the "junk" email that I get. Just like regular email it is annoying and time consuming to remove. Review Source CV Criselen V. Owner Apparel & Fashion Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable for more than a decade" August 30, 2025 4.0 I am very pleased with this service and the fact that its been reliable for so many years. I feel secured having this email Pros I’ve had my account for 15 years and have never had an issue of hacking plus it gives me security by having a backup contact Cons There are instances where junk mail will go into my regular inbox so it does get tiring filtering whats good and not but that happens with all email companies Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Clerical Warehousing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "YOU'VE GOT MAIL." January 16, 2026 4.0 Pros AOL mail holds some sort of nostalgic value for me. It is the first thing that comes to mind when I think of the internet. Cons Well, it lets SPAM through, it has a lot of ads, and the advanced features are very, very limited... Review Source JM Jenna M. Operations Design Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Tried and true emails " April 14, 2026 4.0 Great, been using it for over 20 years and never plan to get rid of it. Wish more email carriers had the same options for simplicity. Pros I love AOL mail. It's just stright forward and easy to use. i wish the newer options like Google and Outlook kept it simple like AOL. Cons Most people don't like when you use AOL becuase it doesnt have all the features like Google. But I like the simplicity, Review Source Bryan J. Democratic Presidential Candidate Airlines/Aviation Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "AOL Review" January 15, 2026 5.0 I love using AOL and especially going into the various chat rooms to find people to chat with even thou I believe half the people you talk to online are spam. Pros The best feature about AOL is the fact that whenever you get mail, the software literally says, Youve got mail. I have always loved that future. Cons The amount of pop ups I would get sometimes since AOL was a thing of the 1990s and early 2000s, sometimes spam would pop up alot. Review Source CZ Collett Z. Owner operator Consumer Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The best on the Market " May 1, 2025 5.0 Rewarding ! A undoubtedly service I've always been able to count on. Never missed a message never had to double check my outbox Free. Safe secure and reliable service . Hands down the top to choose from in the market . Pros What's not to like about Aol Mail? 💌 28 years of a reliable secure inbox! Cons not one complaint dislike or negative about Aol Mail . Review Source RW Renee W. Program Manager Human Resources Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to use, great for beginners!" December 13, 2024 4.0 Overall, I have been satisfied with AOL mail. If I had not been, I would not have been using it for the past 20+ years. It does exactly it is intended to do, it sends and receive emails. There's not all the extra bells and whistles that some of the other email applications offer however I don't need the bells and whistles at this time. It also does a great job at organizing my emails and putting the correct emails in the spam folder. I highly recommend AOL Mel for beginners, such as my grandmother who just recently got an actual email address for the first time. It's very user-friendly! Pros First of all.. who can forget the sound of "you've got mail" from the 90's. It use to give me butterflies in my stomach. I have kept my same AOL email address for over 20 years & still use it today! Easy to access through the app on my cell phone as well as my laptop. Cons Face it. AOL mail is a little behind the times in the options it offers. But it's free, efficient & still works perfectly fine for sending & receiving emails. Review Source KK Katie K. Office Assistant Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Old School but Updated " November 15, 2023 5.0 I've had AOL Mail since I was 17. I am now in my 40s. I have seen them upgrade the system, making changes to keep info protected. I have seen them come up with easier ways to change a lost password. It is my preferred email service. Pros I have been an AOL mail user forever! It's easy to navigate. You can find what you are looking for quickly. It was free. I love free. Cons I have never had an issue with AOL mail. Maybe just trying to find a password in the past. They have upgraded, and easier to reset. Review Source CL Christopher L. Operations Publishing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Since You Had to Dial Up" October 5, 2023 4.0 I've been with aol for years, so most of it is intuitive and second nature. I took a break for a little while, but came back because of ease of use. The organization and layout are a good design to make things feel simple. I like that. It also has a high deliverability rate for sent mail, so even going into inboxes of people I don't know, the email doesn't get tagged or shuffled into promotions or spam. Pros The design and layout is simple to use and can be used for a quick glance to determine what's important, what items can wait or what can be delayed just by looking. Cons There are no aspects of the product I found unuseful, howere the aol tag comes with a certain predisposition. It is one of the oldest in the industry, and almost ubiquitous, but that may create misconceptions with the intended delivery recepient. Review Source AJ Ariana J. Student E-Learning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I use daily, as a student it is a necessity!" June 3, 2022 5.0 Pros As a student and student working in college, I have been a user of AOL mail since the beginning of high school and I have found it to be everything I need. I receive emails fast and in an organized manner! With all the projects and assignments I have to stay on top of, I need to use AOL at least 10 times a day. Cons I have no complaints as a 6-year user of this software. Switched from [Gmail](https://www.capterra.com/p/202338/Gmail/) It is more versatile Review Source JJ Julie J. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Forever AOL" October 27, 2021 5.0 I use AOL for all of my personal communications. It's important that I have an email that is not connected to my workplace, and my AOL account is perfect for that. Pros Email with AOL is so easy. I have always had AOL and I have no plans to change that. I like the extra features of stationery and smileys. I use those regularly. Cons The only thing I don't like about AOL is the attitude I hear on rare occasions that it's old-fashioned. AOL actually keeps up with the times by adding new artists, updated stationery, and more. Review Source TLB Tyonna L B. Social Media Influencer Apparel & Fashion Used the software for: 2+ years ### "AOL Mail -My Favorite Email Provider" August 24, 2021 5.0 Pros I love how it's so easy to use! There is nothing difficult about this software! And I have been using it for YEARS! I always have an AOL Email Cons Nothing to really dislike, except for the AIM Chat is gone!!! Bring it back if you can! I loved it so much lolol I'm from the Era where you could Instant Message on AOL! I even remember recieving the AOL free Disks in any store that would carry them! Review Source JJ Joseph J. Customer service representative Consumer Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "AOl mail for dummies" November 28, 2021 2.0 My overall experience with Aol would be mediocre at best average plugins loose security protocols and customer service is barley teachable Pros The feature I liked most about Aol was the ability to use the build in software to add attachments and search for files online including audio and graphic Cons What I found most disturbing about this software was the fact that it would crash 1 to 2 times a day mostly when sendingass email folders with attachments causing me to waste 1 hour of my time refiling everuthing Review Source JH Justin H. Maintenance Mechanic Food Production Used the software for: 2+ years ### "It's email and works as it should" October 1, 2021 4.0 Pros I like it because I've had it forever. It has emails from years ago and I've never had a problem with it. Cons There are better email clients out there if you are looking for that. It's just outdated now, but still functions just as it should. Review Source MS Marie S. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Aol" March 3, 2022 3.0 Pros I like that the news is always available and comes up after logging in Cons There aren't really a lot of other uses for Aol so it's hard to compete with emails like Google Review Source AS Alexandria S. COO Real Estate Used the software for: 2+ years ### "It’s good, but there is better out there. " December 19, 2021 3.0 Pros It’s very easy to use, I do like the features. Cons It’s a little confusing at times and I feel like a lot of my emails got sent to spam. Review Source MT Malcolm-Louis T. Warehouse Worker Consumer Goods Used the software for: 2+ years ### "AOL Mail Review" May 1, 2024 4.0 Overall, I had a great experience with AOL mail considering it's direct approach to email service and massive storage capacity. Pros The fact that the software has a simple design which makes it simple to navigate through. Cons It has less advanced features compared to its competitors like gmail or outlook. Review Source EH Elizabeth H. Administrative assistant Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Basic email, ok for personal use" October 14, 2022 3.0 This is a fine email to use for promotional messages/signing up for email lists. Pros AOL mail has a nice interface, and is clear. I like being able to delete lots of emails at once by hitting one button on the top. Cons There are a lot of ads now in the software. I also find that some of my emails are mistakenly marked as spam. Review Source NP Natasha P. Associate Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Aol mail" September 29, 2021 5.0 Aol was who I had my first email through years ago when I was a teenager. I still use it depending on what I need an email for though ive moved on to other email options as well. Pros In the past it was the Red option for teenagers. Had games and such that made it interesting and more fun to use Cons There is nothing about this software that I have found that I do not like Review Source HM Heather M. Professional Development Trainer Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good for minimal use" September 5, 2022 1.0 Pros Easy to use and navigate for any user new or old Cons At the time I used it, there was minimal organizational functions Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.