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Apache James vs Kolab

Apache James

james.apache.org

Kolab

kolab.org

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FigureApache JamesKolab
Price fromFreeFree
Free planYesYes
Free trial——
Open source——
Web—Yes
WindowsYesYes
macOS—Yes
LinuxYesYes
iOS—Yes
Android—Yes
APIYesYes
Self-hostedYesYes
Plans published11
Spec score · Mail Server Software8.1 (#8)8.0 (#11)
ProductApache James is a modular mail server running on the JVM.Kolab is a free and open-source communication and collaboration solution that can be run on your own infrastructure.
ProtocolsSupported email protocols listed include SMTP, LMTP, POP3, IMAP, ManageSieve, and JMAP.Kolab supports ActiveSync, IMAP, SMTP, CalDAV and CardDAV for synchronizing email, calendars and tasks.
SecurityThe download page instructs users to verify downloaded files using signatures and provides SHA-512 and PGP links for server binaries.The feature page lists PGP, two-factor authentication, DKIM/DMARC and spam protection among its email security features.

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