iRedMail vs Mail-in-a-Box
iRedMail
iredmail.org
Mail-in-a-Box
mailinabox.emailSide by side
| Figure | iRedMail | Mail-in-a-Box |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $0.83/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 0 |
| Spec score · Mail Server Software | 8.3 (#6) | 7.5 (#27) |
| API | The Enterprise Edition comparison lists a RESTful API embedded in its executable program. | Control panel functionality can also be accessed through a RESTful HTTP API. |
| Founded | 2007 | 2013 |
| Purpose | iRedMail is open-source software for deploying a full-featured mail server. | Mail-in-a-Box turns a fresh cloud computer into a mail server that lets users run their own email service. |
| Support | Enterprise Edition pricing includes technical support; general technical questions and issues can also be posted to the online forum. | The project directs users to its discussion forum, GitHub issues, and Slack chat for help. |
Plans
iRedMail
- iRedMail Enterprise Edition — per mailbox$10 a year
- iRedMail Enterprise Edition — per server$1,000 a year
In their own words
Mail-in-a-Box
Mail-in-a-Box has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.