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eM Client alternatives

eM Client compared with 9 alternatives: Microsoft Outlook, Thunderbird, Mailbird, Mailspring, Spark Mail and 4 more.

eM Client has a free plan. Paid plans start at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices). All 9 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

9 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
eM ClientThis toolFree plan · from $39.95/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Microsoft OutlookFree plan · from $1.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
ThunderbirdFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, Android
MailbirdFree plan · from $34.49/yrYesmacOS, Windows
MailspringFree plan · from $8/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux
Spark MailFree plan · from $8.25/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
BlueMailFree plan · from $35.99/yrYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Canary MailFree plan · from $36/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Wino MailFree planYesWindows
EPIM (EssentialPIM)Free plan · from ₹4,790.95/yrYesWindows, iOS, Android

How each one differs from eM Client

  1. Microsoft Outlook

    Microsoft's email and calendar app for desktop, mobile and web

    • Microsoft Outlook starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year (Microsoft 365 Basic). eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • Only Microsoft Outlook lists a web app.
    • eM Client can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Microsoft Outlook also covers inbox filtering.
    • eM Client also covers notes.

    Suits: People who want mail, calendar and contacts from several accounts in one app

    Microsoft Outlook vs eM ClientMicrosoft Outlook pricing and details

  2. Thunderbird

    Free, open-source email app for Windows, macOS, Linux and Android

    • Thunderbird is free. eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • Only Thunderbird lists a Linux app.
    • Only eM Client lists an iOS app.
    • Thunderbird is open source, according to its own site.
    • eM Client can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: People who want a free desktop email app without ads

    Thunderbird vs eM ClientThunderbird pricing and details

  3. Mailbird

    Desktop email client for Windows and Mac with a unified inbox

    • Mailbird starts at $34.49 per year (Premium Yearly Plan, US Mac App Store in-app price). eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • Only eM Client lists iOS and Android apps.
    • eM Client also covers notes, tasks and calendar.

    Suits: Windows users who want several email accounts in one desktop app

    Mailbird vs eM ClientMailbird pricing and details

  4. Mailspring

    Open-source desktop email client for Mac, Windows and Linux

    • Mailspring starts at $8 per month, or $85 per year (Mailspring Pro). eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • Only Mailspring lists a Linux app.
    • Only eM Client lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Mailspring is open source, according to its own site.
    • eM Client can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Linux users who want a modern desktop email client

    Mailspring vs eM ClientMailspring pricing and details

  5. Spark Mail

    Email client with a unified smart inbox, AI tools and team features

    • Spark Mail starts at $8.25 per user / month, billed annually ($99 / year). eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • eM Client can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Spark Mail also covers meeting notes, templates and shared inbox.
    • eM Client also covers notes and tasks.

    Suits: People juggling several email accounts across desktop and phone

    Spark Mail vs eM ClientSpark Mail pricing and details

  6. BlueMail

    Cross-platform email client with a unified inbox and built-in AI

    • BlueMail starts at $35.99 per year (Plus, shown as $3 per month billed annually). eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • Only BlueMail lists a Linux app.
    • BlueMail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • eM Client can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • BlueMail also covers templates and inbox filtering.

    Suits: People who want the same email app on phone, Mac, Windows and Linux

    BlueMail vs eM ClientBlueMail pricing and details

  7. Canary Mail

    AI email client with PGP encryption for Mac, iOS, Windows, Android

    • Canary Mail starts at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly. eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • Canary Mail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Canary Mail also covers templates.
    • eM Client also covers notes and tasks.

    Suits: One mail app across Mac, iPhone, Windows and Android devices

    Canary Mail vs eM ClientCanary Mail pricing and details

  8. Wino Mail

    Free, open source mail and calendar app for Windows

    • Only eM Client lists macOS, iOS and Android apps.
    • Wino Mail is open source, according to its own site.
    • eM Client can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Wino Mail also covers templates.
    • eM Client also covers notes.

    Suits: Windows users who miss the built-in Mail and Calendar apps

    Wino Mail vs eM ClientWino Mail pricing and details

  9. EPIM (EssentialPIM)

    Windows organizer for email, calendar, tasks, notes and passwords

    • EPIM (EssentialPIM) starts at ₹4,790.95 per year (as shown to a visitor in India). eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • Only eM Client lists a macOS app.
    • EPIM (EssentialPIM) also covers kanban boards and password manager.

    Suits: Windows users who want mail, calendar, tasks and notes in one app

    EPIM (EssentialPIM) vs eM ClientEPIM (EssentialPIM) pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in eM Client

  • The Free license is for personal, non-commercial use only, on one device with 2 email accounts.
  • Thread view, notes, snooze, Send Later, undo send and message translation need a paid Personal or Business license.
  • A one-time license covers the current major version only. Later major versions need a paid upgrade or the Lifetime Upgrades option.
  • No Linux or web version is listed. The pricing page shows different prices by country; the figures here are the US ones.
eM Client pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to eM Client?

The alternatives to eM Client in this directory are Microsoft Outlook, Thunderbird, Mailbird, Mailspring, Spark Mail, BlueMail, Canary Mail, Wino Mail and EPIM (EssentialPIM). Each one has a side-by-side comparison with eM Client.

Is there a free alternative to eM Client?

Yes. Thunderbird is free to use. Microsoft Outlook, Mailbird, Mailspring, Spark Mail, BlueMail, Canary Mail, Wino Mail and EPIM (EssentialPIM) have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which eM Client alternatives work on Linux?

The eM Client listing does not include a Linux app. Thunderbird, Mailspring and BlueMail list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to eM Client?

Thunderbird, Mailspring and Wino Mail are described as open source on their own sites.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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