Evolution AlternativesTop Email Clients & Calendar Apps like Evolution

Evolution is described as 'Personal information management application that provides integrated mail, calendaring, address book and task list functionality' and is a very popular Email Client in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Evolution for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Evolution alternative is Thunderbird, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Evolution are K-9 Mail, Microsoft Outlook, Betterbird and FairEmail.

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Evolution alternatives are mainly Email Clients, but if you're looking for Calendar Apps or Contact Managers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows + Open Source. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Evolution.
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Evolution is a personal information management application that provides integrated mail, calendaring, address book and task list functionality.

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Evolution alternatives page was last updated Sep 9, 2024
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  1. Mailbird icon

    Mailbird

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    Streamline your email experience by managing multiple accounts, integrating apps like Slack and Google Calendar, and using AI-driven features like drafting and spam prevention. Customize your workspace with themes, notifications, and tools for improved productivity and a modern interface.

    63 Mailbird alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • ID flagIndonesia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Mailbird screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Clean design

    Features

    1.  Sync Contacts
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Undo send
    4.  Email tracking
    5.  Unified inbox
    6.  GSuite Integration
    7. Slack icon  Slack integration
    8.  Multiple Account support
    9. Asana icon  Asana integration
    10.  Email template editor
    11.  Email Organizer
    12.  Spam Filter
  2. Thunderbird icon

    Thunderbird

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    Cross-platform email client supporting multiple identities, chat, and strong filtering. Extend functionality with add-ons like RSS/Atom feed readers and PGP support.

    84 Thunderbird alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Haiku
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    Thunderbird screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Intuitive Interface

    Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Multiple Account support
    3.  IMAP Support
    4.  Calendar Integration
    5.  SMTP Support
    6.  Email Organizer
    7.  Add-ons
    8.  POP3 Support
    9.  Built-in RSS reader
    10.  Graphical User Interface
    11.  Dark Mode
    12. Google Calendar icon  Google Calendar integration

    Thunderbird VS Evolution

     
    Comments about Thunderbird as an Alternative to Evolution
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive •Jan 20, 2021
    1

    TB is also open source but not very easy to configure MS office365/exchange accounts

    Alex
    Positive •Nov 12, 2020
    0

    Clearer & more concise GUI

    Guest
    Negative •Sep 9, 2024
    0

    much less secure and useful than Evolution. It's tight relationship with a browser presents a potential problem.

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    • Most users think Thunderbird is a great Evolution alternative.

    • Thunderbird is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & Linux alternative to Evolution.

    • Thunderbird is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Evolution.

    • Thunderbird is Free and Open SourceEvolution is also Free and Open Source
    • Thunderbird is CustomizableEvolution is not according to our users
  4. K-9 Mail icon

    K-9 Mail

     353 likes
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    K-9 is an open source email client for Android with multi-folder sync, email signatures, Bcc-to-self, return-address configuration, keyboard shortcuts, Exchange Support, message flagging, IMAP deletes, saving attachments, configurable notifications and more.

    43 K-9 Mail alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    K-9 Mail screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Configurable
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  IMAP Support
    3.  Multiple Account support
    4.  POP3 Support
    5.  One view multiple accounts
    6.  PGP Encryption
    7.  Unified inbox
    8.  End-to-End Encryption
    9.  Works Offline
    10.  Contacts
    11.  No Tracking
    12.  Dark Mode

    K-9 Mail VS Evolution

     

    • K-9 Mail is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Evolution.

    • K-9 Mail is Free and Open SourceEvolution is also Free and Open Source
    • K-9 Mail is Privacy focused and LightweightEvolution is not according to our users
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  6. Microsoft Outlook icon

    Microsoft Outlook

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    Streamline emails, calendars, contacts, and task management with a smart inbox prioritizing critical messages. Includes calendar scheduling, third-party app integration like Facebook, Dropbox, and Trello, and support for Microsoft Exchange, Outlook.com, and Gmail, ensuring efficient task and email handling.

    129 Microsoft Outlook alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
    Outlook 365 on Windows

    Top Microsoft Outlook Features

    1.  Exchange
    2.  Native application
    3.  Email Organizer
    4.  Calendar Integration
    5.  Calendar View
    6.  Cloud Sync
    7.  Support for @mentions
    8.  Unified inbox
    9.  Multiple Account support
    10.  Works Offline
    11.  Support for Aliases
    12.  Dark Mode

    Microsoft Outlook VS Evolution

     

    • Microsoft Outlook is the most popular Web-based, iPhone & iPad alternative to Evolution.

    • Microsoft Outlook is the most popular commercial alternative to Evolution.

    • Microsoft Outlook is Paid and ProprietaryEvolution is Free and Open Source
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    Betterbird

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    Betterbird, a soft fork of Mozilla Thunderbird, improves user experience with advanced features, bug fixes, security patches, and multi-row descriptions similar to Outlook. Compatible with multiple platforms and can be used alongside Thunderbird, sharing the same profile.

    27 Betterbird alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Chocolatey
    Betterbird screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Support for Themes
    3.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Multiple Account support
    2.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Unified inbox
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Portable
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Spam Filter
    9.  Calendar Integration
    10.  SMTP Support
    11.  IMAP Support
    12.  POP3 Support

    Betterbird VS Evolution

     
    Comments about Betterbird as an Alternative to Evolution
    arsCynic ??
    Positive •Nov 13, 2023
    0

    Betterbird can minimize to tray. And the straightforward native OpenPGP support is excellent.

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    • Betterbird is Free and Open SourceEvolution is also Free and Open Source
    • Betterbird is Privacy focused and LightweightEvolution is not according to our users
  8. FairEmail icon

    FairEmail

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    Open-source, privacy-focused email client offering features such as encryption via OpenPGP and S/MIME, unlimited accounts, a unified inbox, customizable settings, and reformatted emails to prevent phishing. Supports two-way synchronization and provides Pro features for additional customization.

    44 FairEmail alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    Compose message view.
    Setup screen.
    Messages view with dark theme.

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Customizable
    3.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Multiple Account support
    2.  Email Notifications
    3.  PGP Encryption
    4.  Extensive settings menu
    5.  IMAP Support
    6.  Notifications
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Unified inbox
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  S/MIME Support

    FairEmail VS Evolution

     
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    eM Client

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    eM Client is a full featured e-mail client with a modern and easy to use interface. eM Client also offers calendar, tasks, contacts, notes and chat.

    61 eM Client alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    eM Client: Inbox view

    Top eM Client Features

    1.  IMAP Support
    2.  Calendar Integration
    3.  Multiple Account support
    4.  PGP Encryption
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Exchange
    7.  Unified inbox
    8.  Cloud Sync
    9.  Email Organizer
    10. Google Calendar icon  Sync with Google Calendar
    11.  Automatic Backup
    12.  CardDAV Support

    eM Client VS Evolution

     
  11. Spark Mail icon

    Spark Mail

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    E-mail app with all the great features: swipes (long/short), snooze, add (multiple) attachments from the cloud, support for various e-mail services and more.

    62 Spark Mail alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • UA flagUkraine

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    Spark Mail screenshot 1

    Top Spark Mail Features

    1.  Multiple Account support
    2.  Email Scheduling
    3.  Snooze Mail
    4.  Cloud Sync
    5.  Calendar Integration
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Email Organizer
    8.  Unified inbox
    9.  Works Offline
    10.  Mail Filtering
    11.  Ad-free
    12. Google Calendar icon  Sync with Google Calendar

    Spark Mail VS Evolution

     
  12. Geary icon

    Geary

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    Geary is an email application built around conversations, for the GNOME 3 desktop.

    47 Geary alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • GNOME
    • Flatpak
    Main window

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Multiple Account support
    2.  IMAP Support
    3.  Conversational email approach
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Spam Filter
    8.  Email Organizer
    9. Gmail icon  Gmail integration
    10.  Labels for content
    11.  SMTP Support
    12.  Multiple languages

    Geary VS Evolution

     
    Comments about Geary as an Alternative to Evolution
    Most Recent Comment
    halbtaxabo-njacobs
    Positive •Sep 16, 2021
    0

    The comment that developers have "retired Evolution" is false. Both seem to be actively developed.

    Guest
    Negative •Jul 4, 2020
    1

    Geary only supports email, as opposed to Evolution, which is a full suite (email, calendar, contacts)

    Guest
    Positive •May 4, 2020
    -5

    Evolution Developers have retired Evolution; and moved to Geary.

    Evolution Icon
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    • Most users think Geary is a great Evolution alternative.

    • Geary is Free and Open SourceEvolution is also Free and Open Source
    • Geary is Lightweight and Privacy focusedEvolution is not according to our users
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    Mailspring

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    Boost your productivity and send better email with Mailspring, a beautiful, fast email client for Mac, Windows, and Linux. Mailspring is free to use and an optional pro version adds read receipts, send later, reminders and more.

    42 Mailspring alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    Clean design with integrated search and swipe gestures

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  User friendly
    3.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Unified inbox
    2.  Multiple Account support
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Email tracking
    5.  Snooze Mail
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Built-in translation
    8.  Theme Customization
    9.  IMAP Support
    10.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    11.  Email Organizer
    12.  Keyboard Shortcuts

    Mailspring VS Evolution

     
  14. Claws Mail icon

    Claws Mail

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    Claws Mail is an email client (and news reader), based on GTK+, featuring

    Quick response Graceful, and sophisticated interface Easy configuration, intuitive operation Abundant features Extensibility Robustness and stability.

    62 Claws Mail alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    The main window

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Multiple Account support
    3.  IMAP Support
    4.  Spam Filter
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  Calendar Integration
    10.  Portable
    11.  GPG Encryption
    12.  Built-in RSS reader

    Claws Mail VS Evolution

     
    Comments about Claws Mail as an Alternative to Evolution
    Guest
    Negative •Jan 11, 2019
    0

    It's just an E-Mail client , doesn't have any calendar and CalDav support.

    Evolution Icon
    Claws Mail icon

    • Some users think Claws Mail is a great Evolution alternative, some don't.

    • Claws Mail is Free and Open SourceEvolution is also Free and Open Source
    • Claws Mail is Lightweight and Privacy focusedEvolution is not according to our users
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