Connections AlternativesRemote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like Connections

Connections is described as 'Allows you to connect to and use other desktops. This can be a great way to access content or software on a different desktop operating system. It can also be used as a way to provide support to users who might need help' and is a Remote Desktop tool in the network & admin category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Connections for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Connections alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try RustDesk or Remmina. Other great apps like Connections are AnyDesk, Chrome Remote Desktop, mRemoteNG and TightVNC.

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Connections alternatives page was last updated Apr 6, 2024
  1. TeamViewer icon
     3099 likes

    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.

    48 TeamViewer alternatives
    TeamViewer screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free PersonalProprietary

    Platforms

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

    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
    TeamViewer iconConnections Icon

    TeamViewer VS Connections

    Is TeamViewer a good alternative to Connections?
     
    • TeamViewer is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Connections.

    • TeamViewer is the most popular free alternative to Connections.

    • TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietaryConnections is Free and Open Source
  2. RustDesk icon
     215 likes

    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.

    121 RustDesk alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    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.  Stream audio
    9.  Portable
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    12.  Real time collaboration
    RustDesk iconConnections Icon

    RustDesk VS Connections

    Is RustDesk a good alternative to Connections?
     
    • RustDesk is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Connections.

    • RustDesk is the most popular Open Source alternative to Connections.

    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceConnections is Free and Open Source
    • RustDesk is Lightweight and Privacy focusedConnections is not according to our users
  3. AnyDesk icon
     419 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.

    141 AnyDesk alternatives
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    License model

    • Free PersonalProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • BSD
    • Apple TV
    • Raspberry Pi

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Unattended Access
    2.  Low Latency
    3.  No installation required
    4.  Integrated File Sharing
    5.  Remote Support
    6.  Quick connection
    7.  Screen Sharing
    8.  Support for Aliases
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Ad-free
    12.  Portable
    AnyDesk iconConnections Icon

    AnyDesk VS Connections

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  4. Remmina icon
     217 likes

    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.

    137 Remmina alternatives
    Remmina screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD

    Top Remmina Features

    1.  RDP
    2.  SSH
    3.  VNC Support
    4.  Support for Multiple protocols
    5.  Fullscreen support
    6.  RDP Functionality
    7.  Tabbed interface
    8.  Multiple Servers
    9.  User Session Recording
    10.  Desktop Sharing
    11.  Native translations
    12.  Group management
    Remmina iconConnections Icon

    Remmina VS Connections

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  5. Chrome Remote Desktop icon
     394 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...

    99 Chrome Remote Desktop alternatives
    Chrome Remote Desktop screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Remote Support
    2.  Proxy support
    3.  Built-in terminal emulation
    4.  Integrated File Sharing
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Desktop Sharing
    7.  Screen Sharing
    8.  Trust Level system
    9.  Save web page for offline use
    Chrome Remote Desktop iconConnections Icon

    Chrome Remote Desktop VS Connections

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  6. mRemoteNG icon
     222 likes

    mRemoteNG is a fork of mRemote , an open source, tabbed, multi-protocol, remote connections manager.

    77 mRemoteNG alternatives
    Config Connections

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    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
    mRemoteNG iconConnections Icon

    mRemoteNG VS Connections

    Is mRemoteNG a good alternative to Connections?
     
  7. TightVNC icon
     259 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.

    103 TightVNC alternatives
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    License model

    • Free PersonalOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  VNC Viewer
    2.  Local Network Connection
    3.  Screen Sharing
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  VNC Support
    7.  Portable
    8.  Desktop Sharing
    9.  Two-factor Authentication
    10.  Integrated File Sharing
    TightVNC iconConnections Icon

    TightVNC VS Connections

    Is TightVNC a good alternative to Connections?
     
  8. UltraVNC icon
     272 likes

    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.

    98 UltraVNC alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Freedom
    3.  VNC Server
    4.  Stores connection configs per PC
    5.  Integrated Chat
    6.  VNC Support
    7.  Integrated File Sharing
    8.  Remote Work
    9.  VNC Viewer
    UltraVNC iconConnections Icon

    UltraVNC VS Connections

    Is UltraVNC a good alternative to Connections?
     
  9. DWService icon
     93 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.

    111 DWService alternatives
    It allows you to fully control the remote system by displaying its screen and allowing cursor control and keyboard input

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    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.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    10.  Remote Management
    11.  Remote Support
    12.  Port Forwarding
    DWService iconConnections Icon

    DWService VS Connections

    Is DWService a good alternative to Connections?
     
  10. GoTo Resolve icon
     503 likes

    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...

    145 GoTo Resolve alternatives
    GoTo Resolve screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    GoTo Resolve Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Integrated File Sharing
    GoTo Resolve iconConnections Icon

    GoTo Resolve VS Connections

    Is GoTo Resolve a good alternative to Connections?
     
    • GoTo Resolve is the most popular Web-based alternative to Connections.

    • GoTo Resolve is the most popular commercial alternative to Connections.

    • GoTo Resolve is Paid and ProprietaryConnections is Free and Open Source
  11. NoMachine icon
     117 likes

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

    125 NoMachine alternatives
    NoMachine screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi

    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
    NoMachine iconConnections Icon

    NoMachine VS Connections

    Is NoMachine a good alternative to Connections?
     
  12. RealVNC icon
     143 likes

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

    113 RealVNC alternatives
    RealVNC screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi

    RealVNC Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  VNC Viewer
    4.  VNC Support
    5.  SSH
    6.  VNC Server
    7.  Works behind firewalls
    RealVNC iconConnections Icon

    RealVNC VS Connections

    Is RealVNC a good alternative to Connections?
     
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