Alternatives · Email
Open-Xchange alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Open-Xchange alternative is IceWarp (2.6 GPA). The best free one is Afterlogic WebMail (2.6 GPA).
Open-Xchange compared with 6 alternatives: Zimbra, Kopano, SOGo, BlueMind, IceWarp and 1 more.
Open-Xchange's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 2 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open-XchangeThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| Zimbra | Paid | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Kopano | Free trial | Trial only | Web |
| SOGo | Free | Free | Web |
| BlueMind | Paid | No | Web |
| IceWarp | Free trial · from $1.50/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Afterlogic WebMail | Free plan · from $49 one-time | Yes | Web |
How each one differs from Open-Xchange
Zimbra
Self-hosted email, calendar and file sharing for organizations
- Zimbra also lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Zimbra also covers tasks.
Suits: Companies and schools that need to keep email on servers they control
Kopano
Container-based business email and calendar for hosting providers
- Kopano also covers tasks.
Suits: Hosting providers reselling mail under their own brand
SOGo
Open-source groupware with webmail, calendars and contacts
- SOGo is free.
- SOGo has a free plan, which Open-Xchange lacks.
Suits: Organizations replacing Exchange with a self-hosted groupware server
BlueMind
Open-source collaborative email and calendar with Outlook support
- BlueMind also covers shared inbox.
Suits: Public-sector bodies and universities that want French or EU-hosted mail
IceWarp
Business email, chat, files and meetings, cloud or self-hosted
- IceWarp starts at $1.50 per user / month, billed monthly ($1.35 billed annually).
- IceWarp also lists Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- IceWarp also covers team chat, video calls and file sharing.
Suits: Small teams wanting email plus chat and meetings in one suite
Afterlogic WebMail
Webmail front end for an existing IMAP mail server
- Afterlogic WebMail starts at $49 one-time for 5 users, first year of support included.
- Afterlogic WebMail has a free plan, which Open-Xchange lacks.
Suits: Hosting providers adding a webmail to an existing mail server
Limits worth knowing in Open-Xchange
- No prices are published; the site directs buyers to book a demo or contact sales.
- The site markets to service providers and the public sector, not individuals or small teams.
- The public-sector page says it is most commonly deployed on-premise.
- OX App Suite is described as open source, but Dovecot Pro, a related product, is a commercial edition.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Open-Xchange?
The alternatives to Open-Xchange in this directory are Zimbra, Kopano, SOGo, BlueMind, IceWarp and Afterlogic WebMail. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Open-Xchange.
Is there a free alternative to Open-Xchange?
Yes. SOGo is free to use. Afterlogic WebMail has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Open-Xchange alternatives work on Windows?
The Open-Xchange listing does not include a Windows app. Zimbra and IceWarp list one.
Which Open-Xchange alternatives work on macOS?
The Open-Xchange listing does not include a macOS app. Zimbra and IceWarp list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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