Alternatives to eM Client
Full-featured desktop client with one-time license
eM Client ranks #1 of 22 in Email clients, with an Alt Score of 96. It is proprietary, freemium from €39.95/year and available on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android. 11 of 11 checklist rows are verified against a public source.
Windows and macOS users (with Android/iOS apps also available) who want a single desktop client for email, calendar, and contacts across multiple accounts — including individuals seeking an Outlook alternative and businesses running Exchange or Office 365.
An integrated inbox, calendar, task list, notes, and chat in one application. It connects to IMAP, POP3, Exchange, Office 365, and Gmail/Google Workspace accounts, and includes PGP/S-MIME message encryption, inbox categorization rules, and message translation. A free tier covers up to two accounts for personal use; paid Personal and Business plans remove account limits and add features like server-side rules.
You install the app on desktop (or mobile) and add one or more email accounts via auto-detected or manual server settings, after which mail, calendar, and contacts sync into a unified interface where you manage messages, schedule events, and organize tasks from a single window.
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Feature comparison
Rows come from the Email clients checklist (15 rows). Human-verified cells only. ? means the value has not been verified.
| Email clients checklist | eM Client | BlueMail | Canary Mail | The Bat! | Apple Mail | FairEmail |
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Every fact and feature listed for eM Client is verified against its own pages. Each alternative is sourced on its own page.
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License Proprietary verified 2026-07-12
A Free eM Client license gives users access to email, calendar, contacts, and task management.
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Pricing model Freemium verified 2026-07-12
Free license is limited for personal, non‑commercial use.
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Starts at €39.95/year verified 2026-07-12
1-year subscription 39,95 €
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Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS, Android verified 2026-07-12
eM Client has reached new heights by expanding its compatibility, enabling users to access their preferred mail application on a broader range of devices – introducing the addition of iOS and Android
https://www.emclient.com/blog/em-client-for-ios-and-android-is-officially-here-671 -
Status active verified 2026-07-12
eM Client 10.4 Service Update - Bug fixes
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Protocols (IMAP / POP3 / JMAP / Exchange) Yes verified 2026-07-12
eM Client is a desktop email client with full MS Exchange synchronization.
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Unified inbox Yes verified 2026-07-12
Easily stay on top of all your new messages from numerous accounts thanks to the All Inboxes folder!
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Snooze & send later Yes verified 2026-07-12
Be in charge of your Inbox and snooze any messages that can wait - leaving you to focus on the new messages that need to be dealt with right away.
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Tracking pixel blocking Yes verified 2026-07-12
Missing premium features: thread view, notes, tracking pixel blocking, snooze email, watch for reply, mass mail, undo send, send email later, and more
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PGP / encryption support Yes verified 2026-07-12
Keep your email communication secure with message encryption. Send and receive encrypted messages and protect your privacy with easy-to-set PGP encryption or S/MIME certificates.
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Conversation view Yes verified 2026-07-12
Group your messages into relevant threads to easily read all messages.
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Offline mode Yes verified 2026-07-12
You can complete your usual tasks – such as reading and replying to messages in your inbox.
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Rules & filters (local) Yes verified 2026-07-12
You can set up and manage some of the rules directly on the server for Exchange, Gmail and IceWarp accounts.
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Calendar integrated Yes verified 2026-07-12
Local and synchronized calendars are fully integrated – accept invitations from your emails, create events and choose a layout that fits your needs, including Three-Day view.
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Multiple identities/aliases Yes verified 2026-07-12
You can change the Reply-to address for your messages via the Menu>Message>Reply to address option...You can either select one of your eM Client accounts or use a custom address.
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Keyboard-first shortcuts Partial verified 2026-07-12
You can easily navigate between the left-side menu items using the CTRL and 1 - 7 keys. You can change these shortcuts in Menu > Settings > General > Shortcuts.
https://www.emclient.com/faq-em-client-features
FAQ
Yes. BlueMail, Canary Mail and Apple Mail have a free tier or are fully free. Free-tier limits in the comparison table are verified and dated.
FairEmail, Evolution and Mailspring — every license claim links its source.