Instead of GMvault
GMvault alternatives
GMvault is a free, open-source command-line tool focused on Gmail. It supports full and incremental synchronization, stores email in a local repository, and can restore that repository to a Gmail account. Its XOAuth authentication is enabled by default, and restore options can resume or restart work without uploading already processed messages again. It runs on Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X, with installation options that include pip and source installation.
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MSP360 Backup
by MSP360 BackupFree plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5Computer and server backup across major desktop platforms — MSP360 Backup covers computers and servers across Windows, macOS, and Linux, while GMvault focuses on Gmail email.
Free plan · paid from $19.99/yr · 15-day trial Visit site - 2
VM Backup
Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1Windows hosts and virtualized environments — VM Backup targets Windows hosts and Hyper-V, VMware, and Proxmox environments, unlike GMvault's Gmail-only backup.
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Veeam Agent for Mac
by Veeam Agent for MacFree plan APIMacSelf-hostedFile backup on macOS — Veeam Agent for Mac backs up and restores files on macOS, while GMvault backs up and restores Gmail email.
Free plan · 30-day trial Visit site - 4
Synology Active Backup for SaaS
by Synology Active Backup for SaaSFree plan Self-hostedGoogle Workspace and Microsoft 365 data on Synology NAS — Synology Active Backup protects Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 data on Synology NAS servers; GMvault handles Gmail only.
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Aryson Email Backup Wizard
Free plan LinuxMacWindowsMailbox migration and export across email clients — Aryson backs up and migrates mailboxes across many email clients and export formats, while GMvault is focused on Gmail backup and restore.
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Datto Endpoint Backup for Windows
Paid LinuxMacWeb+1MSPs and IT teams backing up Windows endpoints — Datto backs up Windows PCs, servers, virtual machines, and cloud instances to Datto Cloud, unlike GMvault's Gmail-focused local repository.
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AvePoint Cloud Backup
Paid AndroidiPhoneWebBroad cloud workload backup and recovery — AvePoint covers Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Salesforce, and other cloud workloads, while GMvault covers Gmail alone.
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DRS Softech Microsoft 365 Backup Tool
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SysTools Email Backup Wizard
Free plan MacWindows - 10
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Advik Email Backup Wizard
Free trial MacWindows - 12
BitRecover Microsoft 365 Backup Tool
Free trial MacWindows - 13
Afi SaaS Backup
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CloudAlly SaaS Backup
Free trial APIWeb - 15
Mail Backup X
Free trial MacSelf-hostedWindows - 16
MailVault
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Spanning Backup
Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1 - 18
SpinOne
Free trial APIExtensionLinux+3 - 19
Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365
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MXSave
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Regain Office 365 Email Backup Tool
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Keepit
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Mailbakup
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SysCloud Backup
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Winhost
Paid Web4.9 Visit site - 28
Commvault Cloud SaaS Backup
Paid Web4.7 Visit site
Readers may look elsewhere if they need more than Gmail backup, prefer a different interface, or want a product aimed at computers, servers, or cloud services. GMvault's scope is limited to Gmail, and its latest PyPI release is version 1.9.1 from 2016. When switching, weigh which data sources and restore destinations matter, whether you need file or system recovery rather than email recovery, and whether a free option or a paid plan fits. Some alternatives cover broader workloads, while others concentrate on a specific platform or organizational backup need.