| Feature | NevTan Mail | iCloud Mail + Custom Domain |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free forever — 10 mailboxes, 1 GB per mailbox each | iCloud+ from $0.99/mo (≈$12/year), custom domain included |
| Free tier | Yes — 10 mailboxes, forever | Free iCloud (no custom domain) |
| Extra mailbox cost | $2/mailbox/year past the free 10 | $12/user/year |
| Key features | Custom domain email, Calendar + meetings (any video link), Tasks + notes, Admin console (roles, quotas, billing), Guided SPF/DKIM/DMARC setup | Email, Calendar, iCloud storage, Custom domain (iCloud+) |
| Ads / data selling | No ads, no data selling — ever | See iCloud Mail + Custom Domain's own terms of service |
Why switch from iCloud Mail + Custom Domain
iCloud lets you use your domain but has no concept of team mailboxes, roles, or admin. NevTan Mail is built for teams — 10 mailboxes, roles, and admin included, free.
What iCloud Mail + Custom Domain does well
- Cheap
- Works with Apple ecosystem
- Privacy-friendly
Where it falls short
- No team admin/mailboxes
- No business features
- Apple-only workflows
- Not built for teams
Still best for: Solo Apple users who want their domain on personal email.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a good free iCloud Mail + Custom Domain alternative?
NevTan Mail is free forever for up to 10 mailboxes with 1 GB per mailbox each on your own custom domain — no trial period and no credit card required. iCloud Mail + Custom Domain offers Free iCloud (no custom domain), and typically runs iCloud+ from $0.99/mo (≈$12/year), custom domain included.
How does NevTan Mail pricing compare to iCloud Mail + Custom Domain?
NevTan Mail stays free for up to 10 mailboxes. Beyond that, each additional mailbox is $2 a year. iCloud Mail + Custom Domain is priced at iCloud+ from $0.99/mo (≈$12/year), custom domain included.
Can I switch from iCloud Mail + Custom Domain to NevTan Mail?
Yes. NevTan Mail supports importing existing mail over IMAP using an app password, so you can bring your existing inbox across when you set up your NevTan Mail account.