TeamViewer Alternatives Filtered by 'Desktop Sharing'

The best alternative to TeamViewer is AnyDesk. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try AnyDesk or Chrome Remote Desktop. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to TeamViewer and many of them are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to TeamViewer are TightVNC, Remmina, NoMachine and X2Go.

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  1. AnyDesk icon

    AnyDesk

     436 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
    AnyDesk screenshot 1
     
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    AnyDesk vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Martin Wildam
    39

    Same uncomplicated and simply working remote desktop application as one day was TeamViewer. And at best: Newer versions can connect to older versions - which TeamViewer always enforced to enforce everybody to upgrade.

    Top Negative Comment
    Moira Maclean
    5

    No longer free, 14-day trial, nag screens, and a timer. The licence is still cheaper than TeamViewer though.

    hamza naeem
    Positive
    0

    I prefer using AnyDesk on any other screen-sharing tool, because of the seamless screen-sharing without disconnection or refreshing the connection after a certain period of time, Kudos!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 23 comments
    • AnyDesk is Free Personal and ProprietaryTeamViewer is also Free Personal and Proprietary
    • AnyDesk is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
  2. Chrome Remote Desktop icon

    Chrome Remote Desktop

     397 likes

    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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
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    Chrome Remote Desktop vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    SWMANNN
    1

    It does not provide a remote control of 'android' smartphones, while teamviewer does.

    Anastasia Zvenigorskaya
    Positive
    0

    Easy to use when you want to work remotl? with your own computer.

    yuriykaz
    Positive
    0

    I have been using this app/chrome extension for years now. It just works fine and it's FREE. No fancy tools, just remote single user support, but that's what I need. 100% recommended!

    3 of 9 comments
    • Chrome Remote Desktop is Free and ProprietaryTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • Chrome Remote Desktop is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
  4. RustDesk icon

    RustDesk

     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

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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    RustDesk vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Robert L.
    0

    Totally free, user friendly and easy to use. I think in basic it has the same functionalities.

    Greg Sweats
    Positive
    0

    RustDesk is open source and actually great! Interface is super easy, like Team Viewer. Performance is from my laptop to my TV computer, currently using built-in WiFi N getting around 2 MBps .

    timint
    Positive
    0

    Finally something cross-platform that takes TeamViewer by storm! Absolutely awesome!

    3 of 11 comments
    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • RustDesk is Lightweight and Privacy focusedTeamViewer is not according to our users
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  6. TightVNC icon

    TightVNC

     261 likes

    TightVNC is a free remote desktop application. With TightVNC, you can see the desktop of a remote machine and control it with your local mouse and keyboard, just like you would do it sitting in the front of that computer.

    112 TightVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Access Control
     
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    7
    TightVNC vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    ChaosDrop
    14

    For users who know what they are doing TightVNC is a great way to control systems remotely.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    33

    TightVNC requires server configuration and port forwarding. Too complicated for the average remote client who uses Team Viewer for remote support.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    7

    Have to manually open ports/redirect firewall. Extra alternate software/hardware modification required.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
    • TightVNC is Free Personal and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • TightVNC is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
  7. Remmina icon

    Remmina

     227 likes

    Open source remote desktop client for Linux and BSD supporting RDP, VNC, SPICE, and more, aimed at sysadmins and travelers needing remote access with features like scrollable high-res desktops and organized connection management.

    144 Remmina alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Remmina screenshot 1
     
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    7
    Remmina vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    7

    it is easy to connect to virtual computers very nice

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    17

    Remmina is a great RDP or VNC client. These are already listed as remote desktop technologies. Let's be clear the main advantage of TeamViewer (and LogMeIn) is that the remote computer only needs an Internet connection. No port forwarding required.

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

    very good. best from teamviewer

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
    • Remmina is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  8. NoMachine icon

    NoMachine

     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
    NoMachine screenshot 1
     
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    NoMachine vs TeamViewer Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Easy to use, install NoMachine on both computers. Connect to another computer via internet with external IP or services like dyndns, just need port forwarding. Very stable and many features.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    sid-the-sloth
    Positive
    0

    It's free for personal use, even after so many years.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Respons is best even with GUI

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • NoMachine is Freemium and ProprietaryTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  10. X2Go icon

    X2Go

     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
    X2Go screenshot 1
     
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    3
    X2Go vs TeamViewer Comments
    hansolo1988
    Positive
    6

    Very good if you're in Linux to Linux use cases.

    elrey741
    Positive
    2

    Really awesome for Linux users to remotely connect to their computers through a secure connection. Allows for transmission of audio from the client, and works really well even with slow connections. To summarize: secure by default (because using ssh), good even in low latency, good for presentations, and best alternative to RDP for linux users.

    Guest
    Positive
    3

    Works remarkably good and it has sound as well.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • X2Go is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  11. MeshCentral icon

    MeshCentral

     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

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Node.JS
    • npm
    MeshCentral Login Page
     
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    5
    MeshCentral vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    open_s
    3

    It's the best open source alternative. It doesn't require port forwarding on client side. Just send the client the file and they press connect. That's it.

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    No uncontrolled outages, no third party reliance - perfect security. 2FA with authenticator app.

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

    I like the privacy of your own server!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    • MeshCentral is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  12. Remote Utilities icon

    Remote Utilities

     40 likes

    Remote Utilities is a remote PC access program for connecting to a remote PC over LAN or via the Internet. The program is used by system administrators, home users and helpdesks for remotely managing PCs in their corporate or home network, or providing customer support.

    114 Remote Utilities alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    Viewer main window
     
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    4
    Remote Utilities vs TeamViewer Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    7

    Unattended access, free for up to 10 connections, no time limit, personal or business use. These guys get it!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Supports all features of TeamViewer, but with fair license prices and more technical options. i.e. it allows to run your own relay server ("RU Server") in the public internet to connect your "Viewer" with remote PCs (running unattended "Host" or on-demand "Agent") when they are both behind a firewall. (TV always uses its own cloud infrastructure for that purpose)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    justposted
    Positive
    -1

    Straightforward, effective and lightweight, with less mucking about with usernames and things than Teamviewer. Just what I wanted. If I'm running fullscreen (F12 toggles it) then I feel like I'm just working away on my remote PC. I use it to work from my office laptop using my home desktop setup.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • Remote Utilities is Freemium and ProprietaryTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  13. Parsec icon

    Parsec

     113 likes

    Securely access remote computers in low latency, 60 FPS, and HD. Play local multiplayer games, collaborate on work with multiple monitors, or use advanced tools and permissions for teams. Enjoy end-to-end encryption, two-factor authentication, and portable access, ad-free.

    38 Parsec alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Computers tab - Your and friends' computers
     
  14. AeroAdmin icon

    AeroAdmin

     26 likes

    Ready-to-use remote desktop tool requiring no installation, registration, or admin rights, with instant connection setup, encrypted sessions, firewall/NAT compatibility, flexible permission settings, file transfer, image optimization, and simple interface.

    81 AeroAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Wine
    AeroAdmin - main window
     
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    2
    AeroAdmin vs TeamViewer Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    No installation, easy to use and free!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    work behind NAT like team viewer, but free for commercial

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • AeroAdmin is Freemium and ProprietaryTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • AeroAdmin is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
  15. Aspia icon

    Aspia

     16 likes

    Aspia is a free and open source application for remote computer management.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Aspia screenshot 1
     
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    2
    Aspia vs TeamViewer Comments
    khat17
    Positive
    1

    Aspia is great for direct connections on the same network. It will also work for public IP connected devices, but needs no settings to be changed for local network connections.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    My purpose was to have a tool to connect to a computer in the same private network that mine so i did not want the traffic to go outside home. This makes for me aspia the best alternative from the others ones because it was the simplest to to install: no dependencies just run

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Aspia is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
12 of 29 TeamViewer alternatives