1. Axigen
Axigen · Business email & domains · 4.3/5
Mail server software for Windows and Linux aimed at ISPs, MSPs and businesses, with a free lab edition.
Free plan
Free plan available
Business email & domains · Alternatives
Best eM Client alternatives in India (2026)
eM Client is a business email & domains product from eM Client, Prague 8, priced at On request with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 15 have a free plan, 4 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to eM Client are Axigen (Free plan), Mailfence (Free plan), Yahoo Mail (Free plan), ImprovMX (Free plan) and ForwardEmail (Free plan). Axigen is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹40/month.
Why businesses look for a eM Client alternative
Indian support and GST
eM Client is built in CZ. 4 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
eM Client alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches eM Client's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | eM Client (current) | On request | Yes | Windows | No | 4.2/5 | — |
| 1 | Axigen | Free plan | Yes | Windows | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 2 |  Mailfence | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 3 |  Yahoo Mail | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 4 |  ImprovMX | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 5 |  ForwardEmail | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 6 |  SimpleLogin | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 7 |  MXToolbox | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  EasyDMARC | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 9 |  Mail-tester | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 10 |  PowerDMARC | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 11 |  GlockApps | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 12 |  Rediffmail | Free | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 13 |  Stalwart | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 14 |  Zoho Mail Business | ₹58/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 15 |  Outlook.com | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 16 |  Rediffmail Pro Business | ₹40/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 17 |  Titan Email Pro | ₹100/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 18 |  Cloudflare Email Routing | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 19 |  Google Workspace Business Starter | ₹137/mo | No | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 20 |  Microsoft 365 Business Basic | ₹145/mo | No | Web | No | 4.5/5 |
Top 10 eM Client alternatives in detail
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5. ForwardEmail
Forward Email · Global · Business email & domains · 4.3/5
Open-source email forwarding.
Free plan
Free plan available
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- Also available on Web
- Open source
Free plan
Free plan available
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- Also available on Web
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Free plan available
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- Also available on Web
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- Also available on Web
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- Also available on Web
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- Also available on Web
eM Client alternatives by what you need
Lowest published price
Free eM Client alternatives
Indian alternatives to eM Client
How to choose a eM Client alternative
- Zoho Mail is the low-cost standard in India; Google and Microsoft come with suites.
- Set up SPF, DKIM and DMARC — a good provider guides you through it.
- Check archiving and retention if compliance matters.
eM Client alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to eM Client in 2026?+
The closest matches to eM Client on App Advisor are Axigen (Free plan), Mailfence (Free plan), Yahoo Mail (Free plan). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match eM Client, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to eM Client?+
Yes. 15 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Axigen (Free plan), Mailfence (Free plan), Yahoo Mail (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to eM Client?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Rediffmail Pro Business starts lowest at ₹40/mo. Axigen also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to eM Client?+
Yes. 4 alternatives are built in India, including Rediffmail (Free), Zoho Mail Business (₹58/mo), Rediffmail Pro Business (₹40/mo). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
eM Client vs Axigen: which is better?+
Axigen is the closest match to eM Client in our catalogue. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these eM Client alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in business email & domains or a category eM Client also covers, and eM Client's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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