MailStore Server
6.6#4 in email archiving software$259 one-timeWebAPISelf-hostedWindows
VisitMailStore Server vs MailVault
What both publish
| Fact | MailStore Server | MailVault |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance | The product includes retention policies, legal hold, logging, auditor access, journaling, and eDiscovery support. | The features page lists retention policies, litigation holds, auditable activity logs, and email tamper detection. |
| Headquarters | Viersen, Germany | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Security | The product uses SHA hash values and internal AES256 encryption to help protect archived data from manipulation. | Listed controls include role-based access, sub-admin roles, IP restrictions, email-forwarding controls, and HTTPS support with self-signed or CA-issued certificates. |
| Storage | MailStore Server uses integrated storage technology that does not require an external database management system. | MailVault uses deduplication, single-instance storage, and compression, and supports additional cloud-based storage through SkyStore on AWS, Azure, and other providers. |
| Support | Standard Update & Support includes email technical support and updates; Premium additionally includes phone support and prioritized inquiry handling within a maximum of 24 hours on working days. | The support page says users can contact the maker and that it will respond within 24 hours. |
MailStore Server plans
- MailStore Server Starter Kit (up to 5 users)$259, paid once
MailVault plans
- MailVaultPriced on request
- MailVault SPEPriced on request
Pick MailStore Server if…
MailStore Server suits small and medium-sized businesses that need an on-premises email archive with retention, search, and export tools. Its listed Starter Kit covers up to five users.
Pick MailVault if…
MailVault suits organizations that need centralized email archiving, search, and restoration across supported mail systems. MailVault SPE may fit service providers managing multiple client organizations from one setup.