Apache James vs mailcow
Apache James
james.apache.org
mailcow
mailcow.emailSide by side
| Figure | Apache James | mailcow |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | €8.90/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | — |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 7 |
| Spec score · Mail Server Software | 8.1 (#8) | 8.4 (#3) |
| Administration | Administration options include JMX, REST, and command line. | The mailcow web interface lets administrators create domains and email addresses and manage most settings. |
| Product | Apache James is a modular mail server running on the JVM. | mailcow: dockerized is an open-source groupware and email suite based on Docker. |
| Security | The download page instructs users to verify downloaded files using signatures and provides SHA-512 and PGP links for server binaries. | Two-factor authentication options include YubiKey OTP, WebAuthn, and TOTP. |
| Support | The project lists companies offering professional support, including consultancy, feature development, and project integration. | Commercial support is available through Servercow, while community support is voluntary, best-effort, and not guaranteed. |
Plans
mailcow
- mailcow: dockerizedFree
- shared mailcow€8.90 a month
- Ticket Support (Level 1)€45.90 a month
- managed mailcow€54.90 a month
- Telefon Support (Level 2)€105.90 a month
- Remote Support (Level 3)€165.90 a month
- Notfall Support (Level 4)€430, paid once
In their own words
Apache James
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