Mimecast vs Barracuda Email Protection
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of Abnormal Security vs Proofpoint vs Mimecast: 11 Best Email Security Software 2026. Last verified July 4, 2026.
The short answer
Mimecast ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #5) for IT and security leaders. Security bundled with archiving and outage continuity.
At a glance
| Mimecast | Barracuda Email Protection | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / Abnormal Security vs Proofpoint vs Mimecast: 11 Best Email Security Software 2026 | #5 / Abnormal Security vs Proofpoint vs Mimecast: 11 Best Email Security Software 2026 |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Best for | Best for security plus archiving and continuity | Best for small and mid-market budgets |
| Pricing | $$ (roughly $4 to $9 per user per month) | $$ (roughly $3 to $7 per user per month) |
| HQ | London, UK | Campbell, USA |
| Founded | 2003 | 2003 |
Mimecast
Security bundled with archiving and outage continuity.
www.mimecast.comSee full entry in Abnormal Security vs Proofpoint vs Mimecast: 11 Best Email Security Software 2026
Barracuda Email Protection
API inbox defense plus gateway at a mid-market price.
www.barracuda.com/products/email-protectionSee full entry in Abnormal Security vs Proofpoint vs Mimecast: 11 Best Email Security Software 2026
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