ReachMail integrates DMARC management directly into its broader email marketing platform. This means that while we get DMARC reporting and management features, they are part of a larger suite of tools, including AI, drip campaigns, and advanced automation for nurturing leads.
The platform allows for SPF and DKIM signatures, and DMARC management is available for a limited number of domains in the Basic plan, expanding to unlimited domains in the Pro plan. The DMARC reporting itself provides a basic summary and access to original RUA documents, which is a good starting point for analysis.
DMARCAnalyzer, now part of Mimecast, is a specialized DMARC reporting and monitoring solution. Its feature set is entirely focused on email authentication protocols, providing in-depth aggregate and forensic DMARC reports.
We found that it offers robust tools for SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and BIMI record checks, designed to give us precise control and visibility over our email ecosystem. This dedicated approach means its features are tailored specifically for advanced DMARC implementation and enforcement.
How easy is each product to use
User experience
Using ReachMail feels like navigating a comprehensive marketing suite. The DMARC features are embedded within a larger interface, which can be a double-edged sword. For existing ReachMail users, it's convenient to have DMARC integrated, maintaining a consistent workflow.
However, for those primarily seeking a DMARC-focused solution, the extensive marketing features might add unnecessary complexity, making it feel less streamlined for singular DMARC management. It's generally intuitive for marketing tasks, with DMARC aspects following that logic.
DMARCAnalyzer's user experience is, as expected, highly focused on DMARC. The interface is geared towards displaying email authentication data, reports, and configurations clearly. This specialization makes it very efficient for managing DMARC policies.
For users with a good understanding of DMARC, it's a powerful and direct tool. Newcomers might find the data-rich dashboards a bit overwhelming initially, but the dedicated nature means less distraction from irrelevant features, allowing us to dive straight into DMARC issues.
Which product has the best support
Support
ReachMail offers varying levels of support based on the plan. The Free plan receives email and chat support. Upgrading to Basic or Pro grants access to email, chat, and phone support, which is quite comprehensive for a marketing platform.
They also emphasize an experienced deliverability team that can assist with understanding DMARC reports. This is a significant plus, especially for users who might need guidance on interpreting their authentication data within the context of their marketing efforts.
As part of Mimecast, DMARCAnalyzer benefits from being backed by a major cybersecurity company. While specific support channels aren't detailed in the publicly available information, we can infer that Mimecast's broader support infrastructure is likely robust, catering to enterprise-level clients.
Given its specialized nature, we'd expect expert support for complex DMARC implementation and troubleshooting, although direct contact methods may vary. For critical DMARC issues, having that enterprise backing can be reassuring.
Who should use each product
Suitability
ReachMail is best suited for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that require a comprehensive email marketing platform with integrated DMARC capabilities. If your primary need is email marketing and you want DMARC to be a seamless part of that, ReachMail is a strong contender.
It's less ideal for enterprises with very complex, global DMARC requirements or managed service providers (MSPs) whose sole focus is offering DMARC services to multiple clients, as its multi-tenancy capabilities are more geared towards multiple users within a single account, not separate client management.
DMARCAnalyzer is designed for organizations that prioritize robust email authentication and security. It's an excellent choice for enterprises and large organizations with complex email infrastructures, where detailed DMARC monitoring and enforcement are critical.
MSPs would also find DMARCAnalyzer highly suitable due to its specialized focus, which likely includes features for managing DMARC policies across multiple client domains, offering a dedicated service. While SMBs can use its free tools, the full platform's depth might be overkill if they just need basic DMARC monitoring.
How does ReachMail compare with DMARCAnalyzer?
DMARC report analysis
How detailed are the DMARC reports provided?
Basic summary, access to original RUA documents
Detailed aggregate and forensic reports
Source detection
Ability to identify email sending sources.
Identifies sources linked to marketing campaigns
Comprehensive detection across all email sources
Forward detection
Capabilities to identify email forwarding issues.
Limited explicit features for forwarding
Robust detection to identify email forwarding
Spoof detection
Effectiveness in detecting email spoofing.
Integrated via DMARC enforcement
Primary function, advanced detection capabilities
Notifications and alerts
Availability of alerts for DMARC policy changes or threats.
Standard platform alerts, not DMARC specific
Customizable DMARC-specific alerts
Reporting
Overall reporting capabilities.
Summary DMARC reports, marketing analytics
In-depth DMARC aggregate and forensic reporting
API
Availability of an API for integration.
Email Relay service includes API access
Likely available for system integration
Multi-tenancy
Support for managing multiple clients or brands separately.
Supports multiple users, not MSP multi-tenancy
Designed for complex organizations, likely for MSPs
SPF flattening
Feature to help manage SPF record limits.
Not a core feature of the platform
Common and expected feature for DMARC solutions
Hosted DMARC
Service to host and manage DMARC records.
Manages DMARC records for domains
Manages DMARC record hosting
BIMI
Support for Brand Indicators for Message Identification.
Not explicitly supported or mentioned
Supports BIMI record checking and implementation
MTA-STS/TLS-RPT
Support for advanced email security standards.
Not explicitly supported or mentioned
Advanced security features are often included
Blocklists and reputation
Monitoring of blocklists (or blacklists) and sender reputation.
IP warming and sending optimization features
Focuses on authentication, not explicit blocklist monitoring
AI copilot
Integration of artificial intelligence for assistance.
AI features included in Basic and Pro plans
No mention of AI copilot features
DNS monitoring
Ongoing monitoring of critical DNS records.
Monitors DMARC, SPF, and DKIM records
Includes SPF, DKIM, DMARC record checks
Self hostable
Option to host the software on private servers.
Available as a SaaS solution only
Available as a SaaS solution only
Free trial/free tier
Availability of a free option to try the service.
Free plan (DMARC in paid tiers)
Free trial and free record tools
Drawbacks and what to watch out for
ReachMail's main drawback is that its DMARC features are tied to an email marketing platform, which may not offer the granular control or deep analytical insights a dedicated DMARC tool provides. This could mean less focus on advanced DMARC forensics. DMARCAnalyzer, while highly specialized, lacks explicit pricing, making it harder to budget without a direct quote, and its specialized nature might be less intuitive for those new to DMARC.
We have pulled the average ratings from G2 for each product, and also included the most recent negative reviews for each product in full. Positive reviews tend to have less detail and have a higher chance of being fraudulent, so negative reviews are a better signal for your decision.
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Pricing
ReachMail provides DMARC as part of its marketing plans with clear starting prices, while DMARCAnalyzer requires a quote for its specialized services, offering a free trial instead of explicit tiers.
Small
Up to 10k emails / month
Basic plan starts at $8/month (1 DMARC domain, scales by contacts), Pro plan starts at $18/month (unlimited domains, scales by contacts)
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Medium
Up to 100k emails / month
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Large
Up to 1 million emails / month
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Enterprise
Over 1 million emails / month
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