Comparison

GMX vs CLINQ

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

GMX

Manage your email, cloud storage, and news in one convenient app. Features a smart inbox that automatically categorizes emails for better organization and a secure cloud for file backup and sharing. Enjoy customizable push notifications and PIN protection for enhanced security.

Highlights
  • Smart Inbox for automatic email categorization
  • Secure cloud storage for file backup and sharing
  • Customizable push notifications
  • PIN protection for secure access
  • Support for multiple GMX mail accounts
  • Battery-saving email push service
Features
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Simple, secure, and up to date With the official GMX Mail app, you have access to your emails and files* anytime. Intuitive and secure Your inbox is clearly organized into categories, filters unwanted newsletters, and neatly displays online orders and parcel tracking (e.g., Deutsche Post, DHL). In the integrated cloud, you can easily store and share your files and photos. Protected by trusted GMX security standards. You’ll also receive up-to-date news from around the world. ------------------------------------------------ GMX FreeMail at a glance: EMAIL - Send and receive encrypted emails - Smart inbox: Automatic inbox sorting (orders, newsletters, social media) - Optional: AI-generated subject suggestions - Add multiple GMX accounts - Parcel tracking and shipment details directly in your inbox (e.g., DHL, Deutsche Post, DPD, GLS) - Mail notification: Know which letters are on their way—free of charge via email, in cooperation with Deutsche Post - Sync contacts and calendar - PIN protection and two-factor authentication - FreeMail or premium upgrades with additional storage and additional features PHOTOS & FILES* - Secure cloud storage for photos, videos, and documents - Automatic photo backup from your smartphone - Easily share files and photos via link NEWS (only available in German) - Personalized news overview (politics, knowledge, entertainment, sports, local news) - Optional push notifications for breaking news ------------------------------------------------ ABOUT GMX GMX is one of Europe’s leading email providers—with over 25 years of experience. Millions of users trust in strong European data protection and top-level security for their emails and data. → Discover the GMX app now and secure your preferred @gmx.net address! ------------------------------------------------ Terms of Use: https://www.gmx.co.uk/company/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://www.gmx.co.uk/company/privacypolicy/ * The cloud service will only be available through a paid Cloud Upgrade in Austria from October 7th 2026.

About

CLINQ

This mobile softphone allows teams to stay connected and available to customers and colleagues from anywhere. Integrate with CRM systems to see caller information and manage your availability easily. Keep all your contacts in one place for seamless communication.

Highlights
  • Mobile softphone functionality
  • CRM integration (HubSpot, Salesforce, etc.)
  • Caller information display
  • Contact management
  • Availability control
  • VoIP provider integration
Features
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To use CLINQ on your smartphone, you need to create an account in the CLINQ Desktop app and enter the credentials of your VoIP provider. Be more flexible than ever Stay available for customers and colleagues even when you're not at your desk - whether you're on a business trip, in your home office, or on a workation. Know who's calling Once you have connected one of the supported CRM applications (e.g. HubSpot, Salesforce, pipedrive, MOCO, Zoho Desk, etc.) using the CLINQ Desktop app, you always have the right contact information at hand. We take care in the background that everything is always up to date. All your contacts in one place Add contacts from your local address book to CLINQ to keep track of them. Determine whether you are reachable Happy Hour? With CLINQ you can easily determine your availability from your smartphone, so you can enjoy your well-deserved free time undisturbed. This is just the beginning We are improving CLINQ every day to make it the best softphone for you.

Screenshots

GMX4 screens
CLINQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CLINQ at none against GMX's 19. CLINQ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). GMX's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 50%). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GMX sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. CLINQ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GMX ships an update fortnightly, CLINQ weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
GMX versus CLINQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGMXCLINQ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (17K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.8% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings17K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size373 MB149 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer1&1 Mail & Media GmbHsipgate GmbH

Customer experience

GMX

All ratings17,231 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral3.6%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews1,680 reviews
Positive76.8%
Neutral3.7%
Negative19.5%

CLINQ

Written reviews22 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral13.6%
Negative36.4%

Bugs and requests

GMX

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent sign-outs
  • Inconsistent sync between devices
  • Inability to access certain folders

Requested features

5 requests
  • Customizable font sizes
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved spam filtering
  • Better integration with other apps
  • Ability to schedule emails

CLINQ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

GMX

Subscriptions12
  • Cloud 30 GB3 variants$0.991 Month
  • TrackFree$1.491 Month
  • adfree App$1.991 Month
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  • Cloud 100 GB$1.991 Month
  • Cloud 150 GB3 variants$2.491 Month
  • Cloud 250 GB2 variants$3.491 Month
  • GMX ProMail2 variants$3.991 Month
  • GMX ProMail2 variants$4.491 Month
  • GMX TopMail$6.991 Month
  • AdFree$22.901 Year
  • GMX ProMail$49.991 Year
  • GMX TopMail$69.991 Year
None

CLINQ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GMX free?
GMX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CLINQ free?
CLINQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GMX or CLINQ have ads?
GMX shows ads; CLINQ does not.
Which is updated more often, GMX or CLINQ?
GMX ships an update fortnightly, and CLINQ weekly. Most recently, GMX was updated on October 31, 2026 and CLINQ on October 21, 2026.

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