1. PowerDMARC
2. Barracuda Domain Fraud Protection
3. dmarcian
4. Skysnag
5. EasyDMARC
6. Proofpoint
7. MxToolbox
8. DMARCLY 
9. Sendmarc
10. Fraudmarc

Operating since 2015, Valimail is a key player in anti-phishing, email authentication, and security. However, as businesses seek more diverse solutions, many are exploring alternatives that might better suit their specific needs or budget constraints. This guide examines top Valimail competitors, comparing features, pricing, and overall effectiveness to help you make an informed decision for your organization’s email security strategy.

About  Valimail

9 years in the industry, Valimail offers DMARC enforcement, email fraud protection, and monitoring. It provides comprehensive solutions for both inbound as well as outbound email protection against phishing and cyberattacks. Despite an intuitive UI, easy-to-understand reporting, and advanced SPF optimization, Valimail also has its set of weaknesses. Such disadvantages include a lack of MTA-STS management and TLS reporting, and a rather limited number and range of offerings when using the free version. 

For enterprises that seek to bypass such disadvantages, there are numerous alternatives in the market, some of which are presented below. 

Top Valimail Competitors

1. PowerDMARC 

As a powerful DMARC analyzer, domain security, and reporting SaaS platform, PowerDMARC aims to protect organizations, MSSPs, and even governmental entities from email spoofing which has become increasingly more common with time and AI developments. Carefully observing other anti-phishing software in the industry, PowerDMARC has identified the missing points of each and crafted a platform that fills all the gaps of competitors while also providing numerous other advantages and a comprehensive suite of advanced solutions. Below are some key advantages that make PowerDMARC stand out in the market.

PowerDMARC Pros

• Free trial available, along with a flexible and convenient pricing structure
• A complete suite of solutions, including SPF, DKIM, DMARC, MTA-STS, and BIMI authentication services
• Easy to navigate despite the wide range of features and functionalities, making it an ideal fit for both beginners and professionals
• PGP-encryption on failure reports, GeoMaps reporting
• Supports as many as 11 languages, 
• Threat Intelligence with the help of advanced AI technology
• Comes with Macros for SPF optimization 

PowerDMARC Cons

• In the initial phase, some advanced solutions might be hard to understand for complete beginners 

2. Barracuda Domain Fraud Protection

Barracuda aims to enhance email safety and prevent cyber threats through DMARC reporting and analysis solutions. With its attention to detail in reporting and analytics, as well as a high degree of transparency, Barracuda helps minimize false positives and ensure the security of your emails. 

Barracuda Domain Fraud Protection Pros

• Barracuda email protection includes domain fraud protection
• Zero Trust Access for Microsoft 365
• Entra ID backup 
• Cloud archiving

Barracuda Domain Fraud Protection Cons

• Some features may be impractical for small companies
• The wide range of features might cause confusion and difficulty of use
• Lack of specialization in email authentication management 
• Pricing may vary significantly depending on services, commitment period, etc., so you will need to contact their customer service for a detailed pricing overview

3. dmarcian

dmarcian’s simple setup and intuitive GUI make it particularly beneficial for those who are taking their first steps in DMARC implementation. Though, the lack of hosted MTA-STS and other advanced features might be unsuitable for enterprises looking for advanced security.

dmarcian Pros

• Easy of setup, configuration, and navigation
• A free plan is available for those who just need the basic features

dmarcian Cons

• Hosted MTA-STS is missing
• Some key threat Intelligence features are not available
• Detailed and comprehensive reports need a higher budget

4. Skysnag

Trusted by several organizations, Skysnag helps IT professionals and marketers in the process of email authentication automation and DMARC enforcement, providing enhanced protection against blacklists.

Skysnag Pros 

• Provides speedy DMARC enforcement
• Ensures DNS records are set up correctly

Skysnag Cons

• The dashboard can be confusing and overwhelming for new users
• Lack of advanced email authentication services like MTA-STS, TLS-RPT, and BIMI
• Complex pricing structure
• No in-depth tutorials

5. EasyDMARC

As an email authentication and deliverability platform, EasyDMARC protects,enterprises from phishing attempts. The EasyDMARC software comes with comprehensive DMARC, SPF, DKIM, and BIMI solutions and phishing URL detection technology. 

EasyDMARC Pros 

• The pricing structure can be adapted to various needs and changing demands
• MTA-STS and TLS Reports are available on the platform

EasyDMARC Cons

• EasyDMARC does not offer hosted DKIM management 
• Their SPF flattening comes with certain limitations
• Restrictive White Labeling that might not align with your business requirements

6. Proofpoint 

Proofpoint services include email archiving, email security, identity threat defense, electronic discovery, and data loss prevention. The program comes with hosted SPF & DMARC as well as an AI-powered phishing URL checker. An important feature of Proofpoint is also the email header analysis that helps identify relevant information about an email’s origin, route, and security authentication, thereby preventing potential threats.

Proofpoint  Pros

• You can download and investigate quarantined emails for additional IoCs (Indicators of compromise).
• Data loss prevention
• Includes Single Sign-On (SSO)
• Ability to block senders and whitelist senders 
• With the Email Firewall regulations, you can stop malicious emails before they get to your mailbox.

Proofpoint Cons

• Low refresh time in domain-based login
• Not enough filtering fields for the Firewall rules
• Basic reporting system
• Expensive pricing

7. MxToolbox

The main advantage of MxToolbox is that it includes numerous free-of-charge tools for DNS lookups. Operating since 2004, MxToolbox is mainly used for network diagnostics, email deliverability problem troubleshooting, and blacklist checks. 

MxToolbox pros 

• Provides complete details of MX records
• Helps with email reputation checks 
• Free tools available for DNS lookups as well as blacklist checks
• Easy setup

MxToolbox cons

• Paid plans start at as high as $129 
• Lacks advanced features
• Basic UI 
• Inaccurate search functionality (as it sometimes redirects to the default function instead of a selected specific function)

8. DMARCLY 

DMARCLY is a SPF, DKIM, and DMARC monitoring platform. The software also provides TLS-RPT reports, MTA-STS implementation, SPF flattening, and aggregate reports (RUA).

DMARCLY Pros 

• Automatic subdomain detection is available on the platform
• DKIM Record Generator

DMARCLY Cons

• No reputation or blacklist monitoring
• No email investigation
• No hosted BIMI service is available 

9. Sendmarc 

With automated workflows, comprehensive reports, and threat intelligence technology, Sendmarc is an effective alternative to Valimail. Although it might be challenging for beginners in the field, Sendmarc’s DMARC, DKIM, and SPF functionalities can be a good fit for people looking for advanced features. 

Sendmarc Pros

• Enhanced visibility into your emails
• Smooth implementation
• Free package available
• Agile and adjustable to various needs

Sendmarc Cons

• A potentially steep learning curve for new users
• The free version comes with restrictions and limited domains
• SSO is not available when using the free package

10. Fraudmarc

Fraudmarc enables enterprises to manage their DMARC policy without the help of the DNS team. It helps ensure compliance for SPF records, provides DMARC record checks, and eases the otherwise challenging transition from monitoring-only to strict policy. 

Fraudmarc Pros 

• Simplifies the email authentication process
• Universal SPF
• Comprehensive email deliverability solution that includes some level of DMARC analysis

Fraudmarc Cons

• No clear pricing structure for the products and services offered
• No information on customer service availability or responsiveness rate.
• Limited features and functionalities for DMARC analysis 

Why PowerDMARC Stands Out as a Valimail Replacement

PowerDMARC offers everything you need to enhance your company’s email security, ranging from hosted SPF, DKIM, DMARC, MTA-STS, and BIMI authentication all the way to comprehensive API endpoints. Despite the wide range of features and functionalities available on PowerDMARC, the platform is still easy to navigate, and if you ever come across any challenges, PowerDMARC’s professional team is always ready and willing to help you master the program and the nuances of email authentication as a whole. Moreover, PowerDMARC supports 11 languages, from German and Dutch to French and Japanese, making it a top player in the email authentication market on a global scale. 

A free trial is offered by PowerDMARC, so you can start exploring it today and unleash the true potential of email authentication!

To Wrap Up

Now that we have presented you with numerous Valimail alternatives, it is your turn to decide which option best suits your business requirements and needs. In case you are interested in PowerDMARC’s email authentication services in particular, feel free to contact our support team and we will respond to your queries in the shortest possible time and in the most satisfactory way! 

*** This is a Security Bloggers Network syndicated blog from PowerDMARC authored by Ayan Bhuiya. Read the original post at: https://powerdmarc.com/valimail-alternatives-and-competitors/