Remote Desktop Connection Alternatives for Mac

Remote Desktop Connection is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac alternative is RustDesk, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Remote Desktop Connection and loads of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Remote Desktop Connection are AnyDesk, Chrome Remote Desktop, LogMeIn Resolve and DWService.

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  1. RustDesk icon
     278 likes

    Provides secure, cross-platform remote access and file sharing with no registration needed. Offers end-to-end encryption, self-hosting, multi-monitor support, screen sharing, and portable use, all with a lightweight, ad-free interface.

    130 RustDesk alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
     
  2. AnyDesk icon
     435 likes

    Efficient app for secure remote access and file transfers across desktop and mobile devices. It's small, fast, and ideal for both enterprise and personal use, compatible with systems like macOS, Windows, and Linux, and offers features like session recording and custom branding.

    149 AnyDesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • FreeBSD
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Flathub
     
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    Comments about AnyDesk as an Alternative to Remote Desktop Connection
    arikalbukrek
    Positive
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    Very nice app you don't need to be a Champion in Computers. I have connected my mac to nuc+proxpox+windows 10

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Easier interface, or user friendly IMO. Once you get into the many options and settings though I can see it being overwhelming. What sold it for me was the Cross-Platform Unattended access option, allowing me to operate of control any device in my network. Only drawbacks for myself would be issues with connecting to a ChromeOS device (Chromebook), as well as increased lazyness.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    AnyDesk icon
    AnyDesk icon
    • AnyDesk is Free Personal and ProprietaryRemote Desktop Connection is Free and Proprietary
  3. Chrome Remote Desktop allows users to remotely access another computer through Chrome browser or a Chromebook. Computers can be made available on an short-term basis for scenarios such as ad hoc remote support, or on a more long-term basis for remote access to your applications...

    105 Chrome Remote Desktop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
     
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    Comments about Chrome Remote Desktop as an Alternative to Remote Desktop Connection
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    It is dazzling fast, and super easy to setup, compared to any other alternative I've tried.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Chrome Remote Desktop icon
    • Chrome Remote Desktop is Free and ProprietaryRemote Desktop Connection is also Free and Proprietary
  4. LogMeIn Resolve icon
     502 likes

    Offers endpoint management with remote control, IT tools integrating remote monitoring, management, access, support, ticketing, and automation. Mobile Device Management manages apps, security, and devices across systems.

    147 LogMeIn Resolve alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  5. DWService icon
     98 likes

    DWService is a half (only the client/agent) open source project which offers a service that allows access to remote systems (Windows, Mac, Linux, Raspberry...) using a standard web browser - without any component required on the client side.

    117 DWService alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
     
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    Comments about DWService as an Alternative to Remote Desktop Connection
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    quick simple interface and relatively easy to set up best of all it's open source and free.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Very convenient on th ego remote access to any desktop

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    DWService icon
    DWService icon
    • DWService is Freemium and Open SourceRemote Desktop Connection is Free and Proprietary
  6. RealVNC icon
     146 likes

    Secure, cost-effective remote access and support for your computer, from your desktop or mobile device.

    119 RealVNC alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  7. NoMachine icon
     118 likes

    Access remote computers easily with enterprise-class speed and features supporting any content including audio and video.

    132 NoMachine alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  8. TigerVNC icon
     81 likes

    TigerVNC is an advanced VNC implementation. It is based on the fourth generation of VNC. TigerVNC also includes features from the TightVNC and TurboVNC projects. This includes accelerated JPEG compression. TigerVNC supports the latest X.Org X server.

    77 TigerVNC alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  9. MeshCentral icon
     44 likes

    This is a full computer management web site. With MeshCentral, you can run your own web server to remotely manage and control computers on a local network or anywhere on the internet.

    50 MeshCentral alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Node.JS
    • npm
     
  10. X2Go icon
     72 likes

    X2Go is an open source remote desktop software for Linux that uses the NX technology protocol.

    47 X2Go alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  11. Jump Desktop icon
     21 likes

    Jump Desktop is a remote desktop client that lets you securely connect to other computers. Connect to as many computers as you want. Monitor all sessions at once with Live Preview. Filter computers by keyword or connection details using live search.

    69 Jump Desktop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  12. RemotePC icon
     11 likes

    Enables remote PC and Mac access from mobile devices, supporting collaboration with features like file transfer, secure connections, and team communication.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • Raspberry Pi
     
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