Apple Remote Desktop Alternatives

Apple Remote Desktop is described as 'Is basically the Apple version of Windows Remote Desktop. It's the way to use RDP host from a Mac' and is a Remote Desktop tool in the remote work & education category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Apple Remote Desktop for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iPhone apps. The best Apple Remote Desktop alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try RustDesk or Chrome Remote Desktop. Other great apps like Apple Remote Desktop are AnyDesk, Remmina, mRemoteNG and TightVNC.

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Apple Remote Desktop alternatives are mainly Remote Desktop Tools but may also be Web Conferencing Tools or Group Chat Apps.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Apple Remote Desktop.
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Apple Remote Desktop is basically the Apple version of Windows Remote Desktop. It's the way to use RDP host from a Mac.

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Apple Remote Desktop alternatives page was last updated May 12, 2022
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  1. Remotely icon
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    Remotely

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    Remotely is a free and open-source remote desktop, remote scripting, and rich auto-complete to maximize your IT support efficiency.

    117 Remotely alternatives
    List of remote hosts that can be controlled (unattended or attended).

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted

    Remotely Features

    1.  Remote Support
    2.  Unattended Access
    3.  Runs in browser
    4.  Low Latency
    Remote control of terminal.
    Scheduling scripts run.
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    Attended access.
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  2. Remote Desktop Manager icon
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    Remote Desktop Manager

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    Remote Desktop Manager lets you centralize all your remote connections, passwords and credentials into a unique platform that can be securely shared between users. Drive security, speed and productivity through your organization while reducing risks for your IT department.

    54 Remote Desktop Manager alternatives
    Easily Manage All Your Remote Connections

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Fully Customize Entries to Suit Your Needs
    Analyze Passwords and Enforce Policies
    +2
    Work with Multiple Connections at the Same Time

    Remote Desktop Manager Features

    1.  Tabbed interface
    2.  Automatic Connection
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Role-based security access
    6.  VNC Support
    7.  SSH
    8.  RDP
    9.  Centralized credentials
    10.  Active Directory integration
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  4. UltraViewer icon
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    UltraViewer

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    Computer Remote Control/Access Support software. UltraViewer help you remote control your partner's computer to support them like you're next to their screen.

    130 UltraViewer alternatives
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    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    UltraViewer Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  Remote Support
    3.  Integrated Chat
    4.  Multiple languages
    5.  PC Remote access
    6.  Real time collaboration
    7.  Integrated File Sharing
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    TigerVNC

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    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.

    72 TigerVNC alternatives
    Viewer Interface

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD

    TigerVNC Features

    1.  Raspberry Pi Development
    2.  Integrated File Sharing
    3.  VNC Support
    4.  VNC Viewer
    5.  VNC Server
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  7. Remote Utilities icon
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    Remote Utilities

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    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.

    108 Remote Utilities alternatives
    Viewer main window

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    Full Control mode
    File Transfer mode
    +2
    Remote execute

    Top Remote Utilities Features

    1.  RDP Functionality
    2.  Active Directory integration
    3.  Integrated File Sharing
    4.  Bypass Firewall
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Unattended Access
    7.  Two-factor Authentication
    8.  Screen Sharing
    9.  Desktop Sharing
    10.  Portable
    11.  Attended access
    12.  Proxy support
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    join.me

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    Easy to start, easy to join and with no downloads for viewers, connecting for external presentations, sales demos, and ad hoc get-togethers means you get work done and get on with it.

    201 join.me alternatives
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    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Office Outlook
    • Microsoft Office 365
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    join.me Features

    1.  User Session Recording
    2.  Portable
    3.  Screen Sharing
    4.  IFTTT Integration
    5.  Secure File Sharing
    6.  Meeting
    7.  Video Conferencing
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  10. Microsoft Remote Desktop icon
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    Microsoft Remote Desktop

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    Use Microsoft Remote Desktop for Android to connect to a remote PC or virtual apps and desktops made available by your admin. With Microsoft Remote Desktop, you can be productive no matter where you are.

    62 Microsoft Remote Desktop alternatives
    Android (1)

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad

    Microsoft Remote Desktop Features

    1.  Remote Printing
    2.  Built-in File Manager
    Android (2)
    Android (3)
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    iPad (1)
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    Dayon!

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    Dayon! is a user friendly, open-source, cross-platform solution, that allows controlling of remote computers. It can be used as free alternative to various commercial remote desktop and remote assistance products.

    52 Dayon! alternatives
    Assistant connected

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Assisted access token
    Assistant incomin connection

    Dayon! Features

    1.  Remote Support
    2.  Low Latency
    3.  Share Clipboard
    4.  Screen Sharing
    5.  Desktop Sharing
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Portable
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Support for Multiple Monitors
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    Xrdp

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    xrdp provides a graphical login to remote machines using Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). xrdp accepts connections from a variety of RDP clients:

    84 Xrdp alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD

    Xrdp Features

    1.  RDP
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    Aspia

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

    116 Aspia alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Aspia Features

    1.  Desktop Sharing
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Screen Sharing
    4.  Unattended Access
    5.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    6.  Peer-To-Peer
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    Vinagre

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    A VNC/SSH Client for the GNOME Desktop

    • You can connect to several machines at the same time with tabs
    • You can keep track of your most used connections with favorites
    • You can keep track of your recently used connections through GtkRecent
    • You can browse your network f.
    69 Vinagre alternatives
    Vinagre connected to a windows machine

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Vinagre Features

    1.  VNC Support
    2.  SSH
    Full screen mode. Notice the toolbar at the top, which appears when you move the mouse to the top of the screen
    Dialog asking for the vnc password
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    GoTo Meeting

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    Online meeting and web conferencing tool that enables businesses to collaborate with customers, clients or colleagues via the Internet in real time.

    166 GoTo Meeting alternatives
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    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    GoTo Meeting Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Screen Sharing
    3.  Video Conferencing
    4.  Integrated Chat
    5.  Online collaboration
    6.  Active Directory integration
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