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Thunderbird & Betterbird vs Outlook: A Detailed Comparison
Thunderbird & Betterbird vs Outlook: A Detailed Comparison for Small Businesses


When you’re running a small business, every penny and every minute matters. That includes how you handle emails, calendars, and contacts. For loads of small business owners, Microsoft Outlook has been the go-to tool for years. It’s got all the bells and whistles, but it’s not exactly cheap, and it can feel a bit much for what you actually need.

On the other side, you’ve got Thunderbird and its newer cousin Betterbird — both free, open-source email clients that promise a lot without the price tag. But are they any good for small business use? Can they really stand up against Outlook? And what's the difference between Thunderbird and Betterbird anyway?

In this post, we’re diving deep into these three options — Thunderbird, Betterbird, and Outlook — to help you figure out which one’s best for your small business. We’ll keep things clear, down-to-earth, and jargon-free. Let’s crack on. https://www.forestsoftware.co.uk/blog/2025/07/thunderbird-betterbird-vs-outlook-a-detailed-comparison/