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MDaemon Email ServerSmarterMail
Paid

Commercial licence with renewals; a free 30-day trial is available.

 Freemium

Can be downloaded for free, with paid licences available to buy.

Windows, Self-hosted Windows, Linux, Web, Self-hosted
  • Self-hosted alternative to Exchange and Microsoft 365
  • Webmail, groupware and anti-spam in one package
  • Native MAPI support for Outlook without plug-ins
  • Calendars, contacts, tasks, chat and meetings included
  • Runs on Windows only
  • Paid licence with renewal fees
  • Proprietary, closed-source software
  • Running a mail server requires ongoing administration
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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