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Foxmail alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Foxmail alternative for most people is Microsoft Outlook (3.6 GPA), first in our ranking of email apps. It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Free Outlook for 1 person."

Foxmail compared with 4 alternatives: Thunderbird, eM Client, Mailbird and Microsoft Outlook.

Foxmail is free to use. All 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
FoxmailThis toolFreeFreemacOS, Windows
ThunderbirdFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, Android
eM ClientFree plan · from $49.95/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
MailbirdFree plan · from $34.49/yrYesmacOS, Windows
Microsoft OutlookFree plan · from $1.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android

Price against what you get

Foxmail has no paid plan and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Thunderbird, eM Client and Microsoft Outlook score higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20$50$100More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessFoxmailThunderbirdeM ClientMailbirdMicrosoft Outlook

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
  • Has a free plan
  • No free plan
The full chart of email apps, and the best at every price

How each one differs from Foxmail

  1. Thunderbird

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

    • Thunderbird is free.
    • Thunderbird also lists Linux and Android apps.
    • Thunderbird is open source, according to its own site.
    • Thunderbird also covers tasks.
    • Thunderbird does not cover notes, which Foxmail does.

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

    Thunderbird vs FoxmailThunderbird pricing and details

  2. eM Client

    Desktop email client for Windows and Mac with calendar and chat

    • eM Client starts at $49.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices).
    • eM Client also lists iOS and Android apps.
    • eM Client can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • eM Client also covers tasks.

    Suits: Windows and Mac users who want a full desktop mail client

    eM Client vs FoxmaileM Client 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).
    • Mailbird can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Mailbird does not cover notes and calendar, which Foxmail does.

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

    Mailbird vs FoxmailMailbird pricing and details

  4. 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).
    • Microsoft Outlook also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
    • Microsoft Outlook also covers tasks and inbox filtering.
    • Microsoft Outlook does not cover notes, which Foxmail does.

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

    Microsoft Outlook vs FoxmailMicrosoft Outlook pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Foxmail

  • The download pages list Windows and Mac only; no mobile or Linux app.
  • Some Exmail features need authorization from the account's administrator.
  • The Windows build no longer supports Windows XP.
Foxmail pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Foxmail?

The alternatives to Foxmail in this directory are Thunderbird, eM Client, Mailbird and Microsoft Outlook. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Foxmail.

Is there a free alternative to Foxmail?

Yes. Thunderbird is free to use. eM Client, Mailbird and Microsoft Outlook have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Foxmail alternatives work on Linux?

The Foxmail listing does not include a Linux app. Thunderbird lists one.

Which Foxmail alternatives work on Android?

The Foxmail listing does not include an Android app. Thunderbird, eM Client and Microsoft Outlook list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Foxmail?

Thunderbird is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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