Is free email the same as disposable email?

No. Personal inboxes can be long-lived accounts used by real customers. A free email provider is a useful classification for a signup form, but it does not establish whether the person is qualified or whether the mailbox exists.

Qualify the customer separately

If your product serves businesses, ask for the company or intended use rather than guessing from a personal address. Keep work-email requirements explicit and verify delivery before granting account access.