HCL Verse vs Zimbra Collaboration comparison

HCLSoftware and Zimbra are both solutions in the Email Applications category. HCLSoftware is ranked #13, while Zimbra is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.0. HCLSoftware holds a 1.2% mindshare in EA, compared to Zimbra’s 9.5% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of HCLSoftware users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of Zimbra users who would recommend it.

HCL Verse

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100% willing to recommend

Zimbra Collaboration

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96% willing to recommend

HCL Verse

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between HCL Verse and Zimbra Collaboration based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Email Applications solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

To learn more, read our detailed HCL Verse vs. Zimbra Collaboration Report (Updated: October 2024).

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Categories and Ranking

HCL Verse

Ranking in Email Applications

13th

Average Rating

9.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Zimbra Collaboration

Ranking in Email Applications

5th

Average Rating

8.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Email Applications category, the mindshare of HCL Verse is 1.2%, down from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zimbra Collaboration is 9.5%, down from 13.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Email Applications

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Marcos Roberto Silva

Diretor at MASTERDOM

Nov 3, 2021

Stable, scalable, and good interface

We use HCL Verse for email and it is useful for collaborations and deploying an application, which is important for our company HCL Verse has a nice interface and it is a practical email solution. There are a diverse set of features, such as the search bar on top of the screens. The usability…

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Muhammad Talha Baig

Business Analyst and Associate Project Manager at SAMI Pharmaceuticals

Apr 17, 2024

One of the premium features was customized rooms tailored to the collaboration needs

Zimbra's strength lies in its individuality, and it should focus on leveraging its unique features rather than trying to emulate competitors. My organization has certified Zimbra technicians, so we believe we can utilize Zimbra certification. However, I was recently informed by Zimbra that no such certification exists. I have recently completed the test kit, and after the training, I will gain access to tickets. Therefore, if any clients are experiencing issues, we have a certified technical team available to provide support 24/7. This is how we can cater to our client's needs. I recommend Zimbra to small-scale and enterprise customers. Anyone, even those with 5 users, can opt for Zimbra. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"HCL Verse has a nice interface and it is a practical email solution. There are a diverse set of features, such as the search bar on top of the screens."

"The most valuable feature is the mail server."

"Good email solution and it's open-source."

"It has all collaboration features, such as document sharing, video conferencing, chatting, task sharing, and calendar sharing."

"One of the most valuable features involves the solution's automatic backup, which I find to be pretty simple and straightforward, and obviates the need for additional software."

"The backup and storage management features of Zimbra Collaboration are valuable."

"Zimbra Collaboration's best feature is its compatibility with Microsoft's ActiveSync protocol, which allows users to use Outlook on Windows or MacOS."

"The stability is good and keeps getting better with each new update."

"The web interface is powerful and easy to use."

"The most valuable feature of Zimbra Collaboration is email functionality."

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Cons

"The solution could improve by allowing us to use a color that we want in the editing boxes."

"Security is very important to us, so improvements to this functionality are welcome."

"I would like to see a Microsoft schedule function added."

"The support was lacking in my experience. However, recently the support I received was good. Perhaps they have improved."

"File sharing permissions with Nextcloud integration need improvement."

"The solution’s forums don't have much information or documentation on administration tasks."

"The solution could use more integration with third-party tools."

"It would be great if a group chat feature were created to allow for a team environment."

"The product must be more customizable."

"Zimbra Collaboration does not have a solution roadmap as aggressive as the new collaboration mail solutions. Additionally, they can have a better interface and integration with single sign-on."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of the solution is reasonable."

"This is an affordable solution but the price could be improved."

"Zimbra Collaboration offers a good price-to-feature ratio."

"The solution is competitively priced."

"I use Zimbra Collaboration's community version. We may move to the enterprise version since prices are affordable."

"There is an annual standard licensing fee to use Zimbra Collaboration and there is no other cost."

"The price of the solution is low."

"The solution is not expensive compared to other products."

"When it comes to the licensing of Zimbra Collaboration, my license covers the servers and I find its terms to be much simpler than those of Microsoft Exchange."

"Zimbra Collaboration is expensive, and there is no perpetual license option."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Government

19%

Computer Software Company

19%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Healthcare Company

Computer Software Company

19%

Government

13%

Comms Service Provider

Media Company

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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How does Zimbra Collaboration compare with Microsoft Exchange?

Zimbra is a free, open source collaborative software suite. The features I like best are the ease of integration and the email, calendar, and collaboration server with web interface. In addition, I...

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What do you like most about Zimbra Collaboration?

The most valuable feature of Zimbra for our team's productivity is its efficiency in handling email communication.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zimbra Collaboration?

The solution is competitively priced.

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Also Known As

Verse, IBM Verse

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HCLSoftware

Zimbra

Overview

IBM Verse is a powerful email hosting solution that enables users to access their business communications from a laptop or desktop browser or from a mobile device. This email and business messaging experience is based on an innovative user-centric design, including social analytics and advanced search capabilities. IBM Verse helps users quickly find and focus on what content is most important, empowering them to build stronger working relationships while optimizing business results.

Zimbra Collaboration provides administrators and their end users innovative features that solve the challenges faced by organizations using today's legacy communications infrastructure.

Sample Customers

Canon Marketing Japan Inc., Australian Trade Commission, BTC, Havas, Canal Barge Co.Inc., RAVInvest, Elemental Path, WDR mediagroup

NEC Biglobe, City of Ventura, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, Hola Publishing, BIG, Sleepwell, LaFayette College, Xmission, DNA, Ring Line, Future Group, TIGC

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