MDaemon Messaging Server
6.2#16 in mail server softwareAndroidiOSWebSelf-hosted
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SmarterMail
7.4#3 in mail server softwareFrom $500 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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| Fact | MDaemon Messaging Server | SmarterMail |
|---|---|---|
| Collaboration | Integrated instant messaging supports XMPP, chat rooms, file sharing, and inbox notifications via chat. | It includes calendars, contacts, tasks, notes, group chat, and online meetings. |
| Deployment | The vendor lists on-premise, hosted, and MSP/ISP deployment options; the on-premises license is not intended for commercial hosted use. | SmarterMail is available for Linux and Windows and has a Docker version; the download page lists supported Linux distributions and Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, and 2025+. |
| Integrations | Webmail supports Google Drive, Dropbox, and Microsoft OneDrive integrations, with OneDrive support limited to work or school accounts. | The Marketplace lists Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, ownCloud, LeitzCloud, Rocket.Chat, ChatGPT, Collabora Online, and OnlyOffice integrations. |
| Security | Listed security features include spam and malware prevention, SPF, DKIM, DMARC, hijacked account detection, and PGP encryption; some require an AntiVirus/AntiSpam license. | The product includes spam filtering and enterprise-level antivirus, with Message Sniffer available as an integration. |
| Trial | The download page says the installer can start a free 30-day software trial. | SmarterTools offers a 30-day trial by request for testing more mailboxes or multiple domains. |
| Webmail | MDaemon includes browser-based webmail with email, calendar, and contact features. | The webmail client includes online meetings, sharing, live chat, calendaring, task management, and file storage. |
MDaemon Messaging Server plans
- MDaemon Email Server Annual License—
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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