POP3Checker

This bare-bones e-mail client displays your messages just fine, as long as you don't expect extensive features. POP3Checker notifies you when e-mail comes in to the POP3 account you specify. However, its humdrum, bilingual interface offers scarce settings and configurations. The program's interface seems less than professional, as some labels were cut off. As with similar applications, you must specify your POP3 server and port, plus your username and password. You can set the program to check your account for new messages in intervals you specify. We were able to view subject lines and delete unwanted messages straight from our desktop during our assessments. Compared to similar applications, POP3Checker uses neither sounds nor visual notifications. Instead, the small tray icon lets you know if new messages are sent to your in-box. POP3Checker can't automatically log you in to your account, so don't expect to send mail. No help is available within the program or at the publisher's site. Nonetheless, folks who just want to keep an eye on their mail might appreciate what this program offers, but others may opt to look for more full-featured programs.