LanternCheck vs MXToolbox
MXToolbox is a long-established and widely used set of free DNS and email lookup tools, with paid monitoring plans. It's excellent for IT professionals who want raw diagnostics.
| MXToolbox | LanternCheck | |
|---|---|---|
| Free one-off lookups | Yes, and a very wide range | Yes, for SPF, DKIM, DMARC and MX |
| Audience | IT professionals | Non-technical small businesses and their agencies |
| Explanations | Technical | Plain-English fixes |
| Cyber Essentials readiness | Not a focus | Included in Health + Readiness |
Choose MXToolbox if you're technical and want breadth. Choose LanternCheck if you want someone to tell you what's wrong and how to fix it.
Source: mxtoolbox.com
We checked competitor details on their public pages in October 2026, and they can change. Please check each vendor's own page for current information. If we've got something wrong, email hello@lanterncheck.co.uk and we'll correct it.
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