Free Gmail Alternatives for Android

There are many alternatives to Gmail for Android if you are looking for a replacement. The best free Android alternative is Proton Mail, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Gmail and many of them are free and available for Android so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free Android alternatives to Gmail are Tuta Mail, Yandex Mail, Zoho Mail and Yahoo Mail.

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  1. Mailfence icon
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    This secure email platform offers end-to-end encryption, a comprehensive suite with Calendar and Documents. Mailfence is inter-operable with OpenPGP services, features digital signatures, provides keystores, and available as a PWA for mobile independence while ensuring no ads, trackers, or surveillance.

    71 Mailfence alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
  2. Proton Mail icon
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    Proton Mail provides secure email services with end-to-end encryption, ensuring data protection. Swiss-based and outside US jurisdiction, it offers a free version to champion privacy as a human right. Fully accessible on any device.

    98 Proton Mail alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Tor
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
     
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    Comments about Proton Mail as an Alternative to Gmail
    Comment summary: ProtonMail is praised for its open-source nature, strong privacy features, and encryption, setting it apart from Gmail. Users appreciate its ad-free experience and security focus, with many endorsing it as a free and reliable alternative. Although some note its slower feature development and limited free storage, many consider the Swiss-based service to provide substantial user data protection, leading to strong recommendations for those concerned about privacy.
    Top Positive Comment
    John Fastman
    19

    Protonmail is free, open-source, encrypted (more private). Lacks: calendar & good contacts feature, but these are in the pipeline. Protonmail cannot by design data-mine your software for it's own profit; Gmail makes it's money by violating your privacy that way.

    Shaz Shah
    Positive
    1

    Proton Mail is my primary email and I have been moving away from GMail. In fact I do pay for it.

    Proton Mail has been reliable and their support has been great. The UI is different and pleasant, and they have apps that cater for different platforms (Windows, macOS, Android, etc).

    Charlignon
    1

    Protonmail is pretty great for all reasons listed. BUT it has two major drawbacks that you need to be aware of :

    • Account may be deleted due to inactivity (1 year - free plan) -SMTP (for apps like K9 mails or Thunderbird) requires additional setup, and is not available on mobile devices These were deal breakers for my use cases
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    • Almost everyone thinks Proton Mail is a great Gmail alternative.

    • Proton Mail is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Gmail.

    • Proton Mail is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Gmail.

    • Proton Mail is Freemium and Open SourceGmail is Free and Proprietary
    • Proton Mail is Privacy focusedGmail is not according to our users
  3. Tuta Mail icon
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    Offers comprehensive encryption for email, calendar, and contacts with zero personal info required. Built on open source, install via Play Store, F-Droid, or APK, with Tor and VPN support. Both free and paid plans; utilizes quantum-resistant encryption ensuring privacy-focused, anonymous usage.

    100 Tuta Mail alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
     
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    Comments about Tuta Mail as an Alternative to Gmail
    Comment summary: Tutanota is generally praised for its privacy-focused approach, offering end-to-end encryption and not selling user data, which contrasts with Gmail's monetization model. Users appreciate the easy-to-use interface, minimal design, and affordable premium plans. However, there are some concerns about occasional account deletion and the lack of POP/IMAP support, which limits compatibility with some email clients like Thunderbird.
    Top Positive Comment
    justinterested
    8

    Tutanota is a great email provider with very good encryption (it uses end-to-end encryption like Signal – i.e. they cannot read your emails/gife them to the government, Gmail can!) and they don't sell any data. It is also very easy to use, it has a very nice app, a desktop client and a web client. There is really no reason why you wouldn't want to use it :)

    Top Negative Comment
    kendo friendo
    1

    AVOID. Deleted my account for not using it, but I had it tied to important accounts. The only way to get the email address back is to buy a paid account.

    alttosgt
    Positive
    0

    Tuta Mail is NOT self hosted despite claim on AlternativeTo

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    • Almost everyone thinks Tuta Mail is a great Gmail alternative.

    • Tuta Mail is Freemium and Open SourceGmail is Free and Proprietary
    • Tuta Mail is Privacy focused and LightweightGmail is not according to our users
  4. Yandex Mail icon
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    Yandex Mail is a reliable email solution for work and personal correspondences with a built-in translator.

    68 Yandex Mail alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Wear
     
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    WofWca
    Positive
    6

    If you like FSB more than CIA

    Oscar Sanderson
    Positive
    0

    It is free and gets the job done

    Guest
    Positive
    -18

    Full service and no spying.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Yandex Mail is a great Gmail alternative.

    • Yandex Mail is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Gmail.

    • Yandex Mail is Freemium and ProprietaryGmail is Free and Proprietary
  5. Zoho Mail icon
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    Zoho Mail is a secure, encrypted, and enterprise-ready email solution, a suite of apps tailor-made for your organization's needs.

    108 Zoho Mail alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
     
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    Comments about Zoho Mail as an Alternative to Gmail
    rickyipcw
    Positive
    3

    Zoho Mail provides almost as many features as Gmail while not scanning your emails for ADs services.

    Wagn3r
    Positive
    2

    Zoho delivers everything GMail does + more! If you setup a free business account you have awesome spam control capabilities.

    • The sending IP address of Zoho Mail (135.84.80.217) is listed on none, none (0 of 130) DNSBL (DNS Blacklist)! While the sending IP addess of Gmail (209.85.128.173) is listed on 8/130 Spam Filter Lists, because Gmail is being misused by a lot of Spamers! This easily results into your Email NOT getting received at your destination!!! I am speaking from experience.
    Guest
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    0

    Simplified email, with better privacy

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Zoho Mail is a great Gmail alternative.

    • Zoho Mail is Freemium and ProprietaryGmail is Free and Proprietary
    • Zoho Mail is Privacy focusedGmail is not according to our users
  6. Yahoo Mail icon
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    It's time to get stuff done with the Yahoo Mail app. Get organized with the help of the Mail app.

    66 Yahoo Mail alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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    Comments about Yahoo Mail as an Alternative to Gmail
    sedeti
    Negative
    2

    They sell your data for adds

    FuckGoogle
    Positive
    0

    Don't use this shitty mail provider

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    • Some users think Yahoo Mail is a great Gmail alternative, some don't.

    • Yahoo Mail is Freemium and ProprietaryGmail is Free and Proprietary
  7. Mailfence icon
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    This secure email platform offers end-to-end encryption, a comprehensive suite with Calendar and Documents. Mailfence is inter-operable with OpenPGP services, features digital signatures, provides keystores, and available as a PWA for mobile independence while ensuring no ads, trackers, or surveillance.

    71 Mailfence alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Comments about Mailfence as an Alternative to Gmail
    AmkiTakk
    Positive
    0

    Privacy-oriented and based in Belgium, which ensures your data isn't being sold to anyone. No ads. Overall better performance on the web client. Free plan already offers a plethora of useful features, although you can get more if you pick one of the (cheap) paid plans.

    erjonalku
    Positive
    1

    The main advantage is the security. Mailfence uses encrypted email, respects more the privacy of their customers.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Mailfence is a great Gmail alternative.

    • Mailfence is Freemium and ProprietaryGmail is Free and Proprietary
    • Mailfence is Privacy focusedGmail is not according to our users
  8. GMX icon
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    GMX Mail is a German-based free webmail service provided by GMX (Global Mail Exchange). In addition to an e-mail address, each GMX account includes a Mail Collector, Address Book, Organizer, and File Storage.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Guest
    Positive
    -4

    German professionalism, precision, and perfection. It is like having a Mercedes.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think GMX is a great Gmail alternative.

    • GMX is Free and ProprietaryGmail is also Free and Proprietary
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    Privacy-focused Swiss email system provides 20 GB free storage, supports custom domains and unlimited storage, syncs contacts and calendars, is ad-free, and is part of a secure productivity suite used by over a million users across Europe on all devices.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Online
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    Comments about Infomaniak kMail as an Alternative to Gmail
    ImSebi
    Positive
    0

    Much better than Gmail. And now you don't need a domain anymore, it's free for everyone.

    hb9vaf
    Positive
    0

    I very good alternative for mail, contact & agenda

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    You have all the functions you need in workspace, like Gmail. Fully customizable, high security. This product is professional. I use it since 2 year, and I don't want to return to Gmail. Only one point : you need a domain name. But it's more original like a Gmail.com address...

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Infomaniak kMail is Freemium and Open SourceGmail is Free and Proprietary
    • Infomaniak kMail is Privacy focusedGmail is not according to our users
  10. Mailo icon
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    The mail service which respects you.

    84 Mailo alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
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    • Android Tablet
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    • OpenPGP
     
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    Comments about Mailo as an Alternative to Gmail
    daviwalle
    Positive
    1

    Mailo is a good alternative to Gmail, since apart from email it also includes calendar, contacts, cloud, etc. It also respects your privacy, unlike Google

    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    Weak strictly web based. Not a good interface and functionality like gmail

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Mailo is a great Gmail alternative.

    • Mailo is Freemium and ProprietaryGmail is Free and Proprietary
    • Mailo is Privacy focused and LightweightGmail is not according to our users
  11. AOL Mail icon
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    FREE e-mail account with IMAP, spam and virus protection with UNLIMITED storage (GMail max. 15 GB). Because of this AOL WebMail is ideal as E-mail archive or E-Mail-Backup utility for other Mail accounts.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
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  12. Northmail icon
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    NorthMail – Simple, Secure Email Access

    NorthMail provides fast, secure, and reliable email access exclusively for NorthMail users. Designed for simplicity and privacy, our app lets you effortlessly manage your emails, calendar, and contacts directly from your iPhone.

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    54 Northmail alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
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    • Online
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