Chrome Remote Desktop AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Remote Desktop Tools

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

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Chrome Remote Desktop

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Remote Desktop Tool
Free • Proprietary

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...

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Chrome Remote Desktop alternatives page was last updated Oct 19, 2022

TeamViewer
Connect remotely to PCs or servers securely in seconds. TeamViewer offers remote control with VoIP, webcam & app selection for efficient global teamwork. Maintain privacy with peer-to-peer connections. Ideal for support, collaboration, and accessible communication.
144 TeamViewer alternatives
License model
- Free Personal • Proprietary
Application types
- Remote Desktop Tool
- Web Conferencing Tool
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Chrome OS
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Kindle Fire
- Raspberry Pi
+9
Top TeamViewer Features
1. PC Remote access
2. Support for Remote Control
3. Support for Multiple Monitors
4. Remote Reboot
5. Unattended Access
6. Screen Sharing
7. Desktop Sharing
8. Real time collaboration
9. Portable
10. User Session Recording
11. Dark Mode
12. Wi-Fi Sharing
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TeamViewer VS Chrome Remote Desktop
Is TeamViewer a good alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop?
- Most users think TeamViewer is a great Chrome Remote Desktop alternative.
- TeamViewer is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop.
- TeamViewer is the most popular free alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop.
- TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietaryChrome Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary

RustDesk
The open source alternative to TeamViewer and AnyDesk. Display and control your PC and Android devices from anywhere at anytime. Works out of the box, no configuration required. You have full control of your data, with no concerns about security.
117 RustDesk alternatives
License model
- Freemium • Open Source
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Self-Hosted
- F-Droid
- Flathub
- Flatpak
+2
Top RustDesk Features
1. No registration required
2. Unattended Access
3. Low Latency
4. Screen Sharing
5. End-to-End Encryption
6. Desktop Sharing
7. Ad-free
8. Lightweight
9. Stream audio
10. Portable
11. Dark Mode
12. Privacy focused
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RustDesk VS Chrome Remote Desktop
Is RustDesk a good alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop?
- RustDesk is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop.
- RustDesk is the most popular Open Source alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop.
- RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceChrome Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary
- RustDesk is Privacy focusedChrome Remote Desktop is not according to our users

AnyDesk
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.
139 AnyDesk alternatives
License model
- Free Personal • Proprietary
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Chrome OS
- BSD
- Apple TV
- Raspberry Pi
+1
Top AnyDesk Features
1. Unattended Access
2. Lightweight
3. Low Latency
4. No installation required
5. Integrated File Sharing
6. Remote Support
7. Screen Sharing
8. Support for Aliases
9. No registration required
10. Dark Mode
11. Ad-free
12. Portable
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Remmina
Remmina is a remote desktop client written in GTK. Remmina primarily targets system administrators and travelers that need to work with computers remotely in front of either large monitors or tiny netbooks.
131 Remmina alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Linux
- BSD
+1
Top Remmina Features
1. RDP
2. SSH
3. Fullscreen support
4. Support for Multiple protocols
5. VNC Support
6. RDP Functionality
7. Tabbed interface
8. User Session Recording
9. Desktop Sharing
10. Group management
11. Native translations
12. Multiple Servers
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mRemoteNG
mRemoteNG is a fork of mRemote , an open source, tabbed, multi-protocol, remote connections manager.
75 mRemoteNG alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Windows
Top mRemoteNG Features
1. RDP
2. SSH
3. RDP Functionality
4. Tabbed interface
5. Tree view
6. Support for Multiple protocols
7. Built-in SSH client
8. Ad-free
9. Connect via RDP
10. Secure Copy (SCP)
11. Supports SSL Certificates
12. VNC Support
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TightVNC
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.
100 TightVNC alternatives
License model
- Free Personal • Open Source
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Windows
Top TightVNC Features
1. VNC Viewer
2. Lightweight
3. Local Network Connection
4. Screen Sharing
5. No registration required
6. Works Offline
7. Portable
8. Desktop Sharing
9. Two-factor Authentication
10. VNC Support
11. Integrated File Sharing
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UltraVNC
UltraVNC is easy to use and free software that can display the screen of another computer (via the Internet or a local network) on your own screen. The program allows you to use your mouse and keyboard to control the other computer remotely.
94 UltraVNC alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Windows
+1
UltraVNC Features
1. Freedom
2. Lightweight
3. VNC Server
4. Stores connection configs per PC
5. Portable
6. Integrated Chat
7. VNC Support
8. Integrated File Sharing
9. Remote Work
10. VNC Viewer
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Comments about UltraVNC as an Alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop

Guest
It's only Visual remote screen, but can't control the remote host
Positive comment •Oct 13, 2016
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- Most users think UltraVNC is a great Chrome Remote Desktop alternative.
- UltraVNC is Free and Open SourceChrome Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary

DWService
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.
108 DWService alternatives
License model
- Freemium • Open Source
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- Raspberry Pi
+5
Top DWService Features
1. Runs in browser
2. Multiplatform
3. Ad-free
4. Remote terminal
5. Remote File Access
6. Remote shell
7. Unattended Access
8. Two-factor Authentication
9. Lightweight
10. Support for Multiple Monitors
11. Remote Management
12. Remote Support
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GoTo Resolve
GoTo Resolve is an all-encompassing IT support software that integrates remote monitoring and management, remote access and support, ticketing, automation, and more into a single platform. It is designed to simplify IT management and support, offering a streamlined approach to...
140 GoTo Resolve alternatives
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
GoTo Resolve Features
Portable
Integrated File Sharing
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GoTo Resolve VS Chrome Remote Desktop
Is GoTo Resolve a good alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop?
- This alternative is disputed. GoTo Resolve is a legitimate Chrome Remote Desktop alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.
- GoTo Resolve is the most popular Web-based alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop.
- GoTo Resolve is the most popular commercial alternative to Chrome Remote Desktop.
- GoTo Resolve is Paid and ProprietaryChrome Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary

NoMachine
Access remote computers easily with enterprise-class speed and features supporting any content including audio and video.
121 NoMachine alternatives
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Raspberry Pi
+2
Top NoMachine Features
1. Remote Desktop Server
2. Ad-free
3. Low Latency
4. No registration required
5. Media Streaming
6. Desktop Sharing
7. Controller Support
8. Record desktop activity
9. Integrated File Sharing
10. VNC Support
11. X server
12. KVM over IP
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X2Go
X2Go is an open source remote desktop software for Linux that uses the NX technology protocol.
43 X2Go alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
Top X2Go Features
1. Multi Platform
2. Low bandwidth usage
3. Desktop Sharing
4. SSH
5. No registration required
6. Selective folder sharing
7. X server
8. XFCE support
9. Kde support
10. Support all desktops
11. Printer sharing
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RealVNC
Secure, cost-effective remote access and support for your computer, from your desktop or mobile device.
109 RealVNC alternatives
License model
- Free Personal • Proprietary
Application type
- Remote Desktop Tool
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Raspberry Pi
+4
RealVNC Features
1. Dark Mode
2. Ad-free
3. VNC Viewer
4. VNC Support
5. SSH
6. VNC Server
7. Works behind firewalls
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