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# Compare Zimbra Collaboration Suite vs Microsoft Outlook

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> Detailed comparison between Zimbra Collaboration Suite and Microsoft Outlook. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Zimbra Collaboration Suite | Microsoft Outlook |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.5/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 92 | 2426 |
| **Starting Price** | - | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Videos |

## Best for

### Zimbra Collaboration Suite

Zimbra powers hundreds of millions of mailboxes on desktop and mobile devices in more than 140 countries, and is offered by more than 500 BSPs and 2,000 channel partners.

### Microsoft Outlook

Students and professionals, businesses of all sizes, educational institutions, etc.

## Key features

### Zimbra Collaboration Suite

- @mentions
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity/News Feed
- Blogs
- Calendar Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Communication Management
- Conferencing
- Contact Management
- Content Management
- Email Management
- File Sharing
- Group Management
- Inbox Management
- Live Chat
- Response Management

### Microsoft Outlook

- Archiving & Retention
- Collaboration Tools
- Contact Management
- Customizable Templates
- Email Monitoring
- Email Templates
- Inbox Management
- Response Management

## Links

- [View Zimbra Collaboration Suite Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/60349/zimbra-collaboration-suite)
- [View Microsoft Outlook Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1010311/microsoft-outlook)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/60349/1010311/zimbra-collaboration-suite/vs/microsoft-outlook)

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