Zoho Workplace vs EGroupware

Zoho Workplace9.0Visit EGroupware8.8Visit

Higher score Zoho Workplace #3 in Unified Workspaces Software 9.0/10 Free plan · 15-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Zoho Workplace

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EGroupware #5 in Unified Workspaces Software 8.8/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit EGroupware

• Zoho Workplace fits best

  Budget-conscious teams needing workplace essentials

• EGroupware fits best

  Organizations seeking open-source groupware breadth

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Side by side

Feature	Zoho Workplace 9.0/10 Visit ↗	EGroupware 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.0	8.8
Ranking	#3 in Unified Workspaces Software	#5 in Unified Workspaces Software
Best for	Budget-conscious teams needing workplace essentials	Organizations seeking open-source groupware breadth
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Free plan + paid
Starting price	$3/user/mo	€21.90/mo
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	15 days	30 days
Free trial length	15 days · no card needed	30 days
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile	Cloud, Self-hosted, Browser extension
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android	Web, Linux, Windows, macOS
Support	Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7	Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs
Compliance	HIPAA, 2FA, SSO/SAML	GDPR, 2FA
Integrations	5 integrations	10 integrations
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Zoho Workplace 0/3 · EGroupware 0/3
Knowledge management	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Task management	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Mobile apps	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Specs
Workspace customization	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Communication tools	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Listed integrations	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Our review
Pros	Mail Free offers custom email for one domain at no cost Standard bundles email, documents, chat, meetings and identity management Web, desktop and mobile apps include offline access in some apps	Combines calendars, email, files, projects, CRM, and ticketing. Supports self-hosting as well as cloud deployment. Connects through CalDAV, ActiveSync, and Outlook synchronizer.
Cons	Mail Free is email-focused, not a free full suite Workplace bundles require per-user paid plans Offline access is limited to some apps	Community Edition is described as having basic functionality. eCloud plans require a minimum of 2 concurrent users. Displayed package prices exclude VAT and may not show the full charge.
Our verdict	Zoho Workplace brings business email and calendar together with document, spreadsheet and presentation editors, file storage, messaging and video meetings. Its mix of communication and collaboration tools suits organizations that want… Read the review →	EGroupware brings shared calendars, contacts, tasks, projects, email, file management, CRM, ticketing, workflows, chat, video meetings, and online document editing into one groupware platform. It is aimed at businesses, public… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Zoho Workplace — where it wins

  • Mail Free offers custom email for one domain at no cost
  • Standard bundles email, documents, chat, meetings and identity management
  • Web, desktop and mobile apps include offline access in some apps

  Where it doesn't

  • Mail Free is email-focused, not a free full suite
  • Workplace bundles require per-user paid plans
  • Offline access is limited to some apps

• EGroupware — where it wins

  • Combines calendars, email, files, projects, CRM, and ticketing.
  • Supports self-hosting as well as cloud deployment.
  • Connects through CalDAV, ActiveSync, and Outlook synchronizer.

  Where it doesn't

  • Community Edition is described as having basic functionality.
  • eCloud plans require a minimum of 2 concurrent users.
  • Displayed package prices exclude VAT and may not show the full charge.

• Zoho Workplace9.0/10 · Free plan · 15-day trial

  A broad workplace suite with free custom-domain mail and paid collaboration bundles.

  Visit Zoho WorkplaceFull verdict →
• EGroupware8.8/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

  A broad workspace for organizations that want cloud hosting or self-hosting.

  Visit EGroupwareFull verdict →