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Hey vs Matter

Hey and Matter are both Productivity tools in our directory. This side-by-side comparison covers pricing, user ratings, supported platforms, key features and open-source status so you can decide which one fits your needs.

Side-by-side comparison

AttributeHeyMatter
Vendor37signalsMatter
Rating★ 4.4★ 4.5
PricingPaidPaid
PlatformsWeb, MobileiOS, Web
Key featuresScreening inbox for strangers, Imbox / Feed / Paper Trail, Hey World pagesTTS queue, Highlights, iOS-first
HeadquartersChicago, USASan Francisco, USA
Founded20202020
Open sourceNoNo

Key differences

  • Matter has a higher user rating (4.5★ vs 4.4★).
  • Both Hey and Matter use a Paid model.
  • Hey runs on Web, Mobile; Matter runs on iOS, Web.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hey or Matter better?

By user rating, Matter scores higher (4.5★ vs 4.4★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Hey or Matter?

Both Hey and Matter use a Paid pricing model.

Are Hey and Matter open source?

No — neither Hey nor Matter is open source.

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