Zarafa vs Zimbra Collaboration Suite : Which is Better?

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Zarafa

Zarafa is an open-source groupware application.

License: Commercial

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Online

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Zimbra Collaboration Suite

Zimbra offers an open source email platform for the enterprise. Developed by Zimbra

License: Freemium

Apps available for Linux Online

Zarafa VS Zimbra Collaboration Suite

Zarafa is an open-source collaboration platform focused on email, calendar, and contact management, while Zimbra Collaboration Suite offers more comprehensive collaboration tools and a user-friendly interface, making it suitable for larger organizations with advanced needs.

Zarafa

Pros:

  • Open-source solution
  • Integrated email, calendar, and contacts
  • Support for various protocols (IMAP, POP3, etc.)
  • Customizable and extensible
  • Good support for mobile devices

Cons:

  • Limited third-party integrations
  • Less community support compared to Zimbra
  • Steeper learning curve for new users

Zimbra Collaboration Suite

Pros:

  • Comprehensive collaboration tools
  • Advanced email features
  • Strong security measures
  • User-friendly interface
  • Efficient resource management

Cons:

  • Higher resource requirements
  • Licensing costs can be significant for larger organizations
  • Complex setup for some features

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