Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Internxt vs Runbox
Where Internxt and Runbox differ
| Compare |  Internxt | Runbox ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €9.99 | €1.66Lower |
| Free plan | YesHas it | No |
| Free plan limits | 1 GB of encrypted cloud storage, free for life | Free trial only (30 days): 1 GB email storage, 100 MB file storage, 20 recipients per day; no permanent free plan |
| Logging policy | Zero-knowledge: passwords and user data are not stored, data encrypted in transit and at rest | Server logs for system administration only; email delivery logs kept 10 days, web interface usage logs 1 month; no third-party tracking, no web beacons |
| Jurisdiction | ES | NO |
Same on both: Platforms (Windows, MacOS, Linux, Web, iOS, Android), Open source (Yes).
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Key differences
- Runbox scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 8.8.
- Price from is lower at Runbox: €1.66 vs €9.99.
- Free plan: only Internxt.
- Support channels: only Internxt offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at Runbox: 2000 vs 2020.
- Pricing model: only Internxt offers Free.
Our verdict on each
Internxt
Internxt bundles encrypted storage, mail and a no logs VPN into a single open-source account, which suits people who want one provider rather than a stack of separate tools. The trade-off sits at entry: the free allowance is small, and paid storage starts at €9.99.
Runbox
Runbox suits readers who want a full inbox with a custom domain, open source code and apps across every major platform, and who can accept that mail is encrypted in transit rather than end to end by default. The budget plan starts at €1.66, and there is no permanent free tier.
Score breakdown
| Area | Internxt | Runbox |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.7Budget plan entry of €1.66 against a median of €6.84 and a long term median of €3.97. |
| Offer | 8.9A free plan is offered, 1 GB of encrypted cloud storage, free for life is stated plainly. | 9.1Higher |
| Privacy | 8.8 | 9.3Higher |
Cost in a real example
A year on the entry plan
Internxt
€119.88
12 × €9.99
Runbox
€19.92
12 × €1.66
Runbox costs €99.96 less.
Worked out from the stated prices and rates; your own total depends on how you use it. Facts checked September 26, 2026.
Choosing between them
Pick Internxt if free plan matter most.
Pick Runbox if privacy and price from matter most.
Where these facts come from
Internxt
- internxt.com: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Runbox
- runbox.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- help.runbox.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Internxt | Runbox |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy tools | 46 of 280 | 68 of 280 |
| Secure email and messaging | 8 of 60 | 15 of 60 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Internxt | Runbox |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free, BudgetCovers more | Budget |
| Legal entity | Internxt Universal Technologies SL | Runbox Solutions AS |
| Headquarters | Spain | Norway |
| Founded | 2020 | 2000Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Email, Help centre, Community |
VPN
| Fact | Internxt | Runbox |
|---|---|---|
| Server countries | 5 | Not confirmed |
| Features | No logs | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Business | Not confirmed |
| Money-back period | 30 days | Not confirmed |
| Owner | Fran Villalba Segarra | Not confirmed |
Secure email
| Fact | Internxt | Runbox |
|---|---|---|
| End-to-end encryption | Emails and attachments in Internxt Mail are end-to-end encrypted with post-quantum and zero-knowledge encryption, so only the user can read them | No default end-to-end encryption; email is encrypted in transit only, and true E2EE is opt-in per message via S/MIME or PGP between sender and recipient |
| Custom domains | Not confirmed | Yes |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Internxt | Runbox | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | €9.99above the median | €1.66lowest quarter | €7.50 |
Median across 50 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Internxt
Pros
- Open source, so the client code can be read by anyone, and the logging policy says passwords and user data are not stored, with data encrypted in transit and at rest.
- The drive product lists ISO 27001:2022, HIPAA and GDPR and is aimed at business buyers.
- Apps on Windows, macOS and Linux put storage, mail and VPN on the same account across desktop and mobile.
Cons
- The free tier is 1 GB of encrypted cloud storage, free for life, the smallest free allowance here: MEGA gives 20 GB free, Degoo 20 GB, and Apple 5 GB.
- The VPN reaches 5 server countries, well below the 48.5 country median here.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, so answers arrive in writing or in chat.
Runbox
Pros
- Custom domains are supported, so the mailbox can run on an address on a domain the reader owns.
- The web interface is open source, so the client side can be read rather than taken on trust.
- Apps cover web, ios and android, so one mailbox works in a browser and on phones and desktops.
Cons
- End-to-end encryption is a per message setting: email is encrypted in transit, and true end-to-end encryption is opt-in per message via S/MIME or PGP between sender and recipient, so key handling falls to the reader on the budget plan at €1.66.
- Free plan: no, so the cheapest way in is a time-limited trial with a fixed allowance of mail and file storage and a cap on recipients per day, rather than a mailbox that stays free.
- Support runs on email, help centre and community only, so there is no live chat or phone line for anything urgent.
Who each suits
Internxt
Who it suits
- Readers who want storage, mail and a VPN from a single open-source provider rather than separate subscriptions.
- Business buyers, since the drive product lists ISO 27001:2022, HIPAA and GDPR and the suite is aimed at business.
Who should look elsewhere
- Free-library seekers: MEGA gives 20 GB free and Degoo 20 GB, against 1 GB here.
- People who need a wide server map: a larger VPN covers more countries than 5.
- Storage-only buyers: Apple bundles 5 GB of free space into an account many already hold.
Runbox
Who it suits
- Readers who want a full mailbox on a domain they own, with apps on web, ios and android and support on email, help centre and community.
- People who treat transport encryption as enough and will set up S/MIME or PGP for the conversations that need more.
- Long-standing account holders who value that the web interface is open source and that logs are kept for system administration only.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who needs end-to-end encryption switched on by default, since here it is opt-in per message through S/MIME or PGP between sender and recipient.
- Price-first readers who can live with something simpler: addy.io lists $1 and Apple Hide My Email lists $0.99, both under the budget plan at €1.66.
- Readers unwilling to start on a trial, since the free plan is no and the budget plan at €1.66 is the entry.
Current offers
Internxt
Current offer
Discount code
Christmas savings: 80% off
Annual discounts apply to the first year only, then full price renewal
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
Lifetime cloud storage deals: 85% off
For new customers, free-account customers, or upgrading an existing lifetime plan; annual deals apply to the first year only
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Runbox
Current offer
Free trial
30-day free trial of all plans: 30 days free, no credit card required
Every new Runbox account starts with a free 30-day trial so you can try the service before committing. No payment details are required to start.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
First month free when subscribing during the trial: 1 month free
You can skip the trial and pay for your selected plan right after signing up, and still receive your first month free.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
60-day full money back guarantee: 60 days
We also offer a 60-day full refund policy, so if you subscribe and change your mind you can request a full refund within 60 days.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
Internxt
What does the free plan include?+
The free plan covers 1 GB of encrypted cloud storage, free for life. That is a small starting allowance, and the paid tiers are where real volume sits. It is enough to try the encryption setup on a few files before committing to a subscription, and the free tier is listed as free for life.
How much does Internxt cost to start?+
Entry pricing is €9.99, and Internxt is listed across both free and budget tiers. Paid subscriptions come with a 30 day money-back window, so a first subscription can be reversed. A free plan also exists, so paying is a choice rather than a requirement.
Runbox
How much is Runbox at the start of a subscription?+
The budget plan starts at €1.66, and that is the entry figure used when comparing providers. Custom domains are supported on the plan, so the mailbox can run on an address the reader owns. For orientation, the median entry price across the brands compared is €6.84, which places Runbox below the middle of the group.
What happens to the price at renewal?+
The published figure is an entry price of €1.66 for the budget plan, with no separate renewal rate stated alongside it. Across the brands compared, the median long term price is €3.97 and the median first year price is €49.95. Check the plan terms before the first bill rather than assuming the entry figure carries over.