Apache James
5.9#22 in mail server softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxSelf-hostedWindows
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SmarterMail
7.4#3 in mail server softwareFrom $500 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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| Fact | Apache James | SmarterMail |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Apache James is a modular mail server running on the JVM. | SmarterMail is an email, groupware, and collaboration server positioned as an alternative to Microsoft Exchange. |
| Security | The download page instructs users to verify downloaded files using signatures and provides SHA-512 and PGP links for server binaries. | The product includes spam filtering and enterprise-level antivirus, with Message Sniffer available as an integration. |
Apache James plans
- Apache JamesFree
SmarterMail plans
- SmarterMail FreeFree
- SmarterMail High Availability — Hub$150 a month
- SmarterMail High Availability — Node$250 a month
- SmarterMail Professional (50 mailboxes)$500 a year
- SmarterMail Enterprise (50 mailboxes)$700 a year
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Pick SmarterMail if…
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