Too many PST files, one mailbox you actually need
You created a separate PST file for each Inbox, and now finding one old email means opening several files. Merge Outlook Inboxes, sold by the vendor as PCVITA PST Magic, is built for this. It combines the Inboxes from many PST files into a single PST file.
Quick facts
- Price: $109 for the full version
- Trial: a free demo merges only the first 50 items of every PST file
- Outlook versions: Outlook 2003, 2007 and 2010-2016
- Also does: splitting PST files
Key features
Merge many Inboxes into one PST file
You can merge any number of Outlook Inboxes in the full version. That cuts down the number of files you have to manage and makes searching your mail faster.
Merge items other than email
The vendor says the tool also merges other items such as contacts, tasks and calendar entries. Your combined file isn't limited to messages.
Split a PST file when it gets too big
The same software can split PST files into several smaller ones. Merging doesn't leave you stuck with one oversized file.
Who it's for
It suits you if you keep a separate PST file for every Inbox in Outlook and want them in one place. It also suits you if you use Outlook 2003, 2007 or 2010-2016.
Pros and cons
- Pro: a free demo lets you see it work before you buy.
- Pro: it handles contacts, tasks and calendar items as well as email.
- Pro: it also splits PST files.
- Con: the demo is limited to the first 50 items per PST file, so you can't test a full merge.
- Con: at $109 it costs a lot for a single-purpose utility.
What users say
"As many colleagues I had; same number of inboxes I had in my Outlook application. What a mess it was!" (Split PST File website)
FAQs
Can I try it before paying?
Yes. The free demo merges only the first 50 items of every PST file. It also splits PST files by only the first 50 emails.
Which Outlook versions does it work with?
The vendor lists Outlook 2003, Outlook 2007 and Outlook 2010-2016.
Does it merge only email?
No. It also merges other items such as contacts, tasks and calendar entries.
Can it split PST files too?
Yes. Splitting PST files into smaller ones is included.