I would almost agree, except you can't beat basic messaging on simplicity.

I say that because I'm unhappy with most of the email clients I'm chained to.

Let's merge the two, right @delta ?
@dammn

yes, our whole project is about proving in reality (meaning: working code) that email protocols can be streamlined for instant messaging. #chatmail relays provide low latency always end to end encrypted interoperable messaging. The family of #deltachat apps work with the permission free chatmail relay server network but also with run-of-the-mill email servers. Just make sure to use a dedicated chat address and don't mix classic and chat email on the same address.