Open Source Apache Guacamole AlternativesRemote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like Apache Guacamole

The best open source alternative to Apache Guacamole is RustDesk. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Apache Guacamole and many of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Apache Guacamole are Remmina, TightVNC, UltraVNC and HopToDesk.

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  1. RustDesk icon

    RustDesk

     277 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

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source (AGPL-3.0)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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    • RustDesk is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Apache Guacamole.

    • RustDesk is the most popular Open Source alternative to Apache Guacamole.

    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceApache Guacamole is Free and Open Source
    • RustDesk is Lightweight and Privacy focusedApache Guacamole is not according to our users
  2. Remmina icon

    Remmina

     226 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
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  4. 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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    Comments about TightVNC as an Alternative to Apache Guacamole
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    Negative
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    This is a desktop VNC app. Guacamole's entire reason for existing is that it is within the browser.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    TightVNC icon

    • This alternative is disputed. TightVNC is a legitimate Apache Guacamole alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • TightVNC is Free Personal and Open SourceApache Guacamole is Free and Open Source
    • TightVNC is LightweightApache Guacamole is not according to our users
  5. UltraVNC icon

    UltraVNC

     276 likes

    Secure, free remote desktop access for Windows lets users control computers via LAN or internet, share screens, sync clipboards, transfer files, support IT helpdesks, provide remote demonstrations, and assist users without pre-installation using add-ons.

    107 UltraVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Server Property Page
     
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    Comments about UltraVNC as an Alternative to Apache Guacamole
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    UltraVNC is a desktop VNC app. Guacamole's entire reason for existing is that it is within the browser.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • UltraVNC is Free and Open SourceApache Guacamole is also Free and Open Source
    • UltraVNC is LightweightApache Guacamole is not according to our users
  6. HopToDesk icon

    HopToDesk

     28 likes

    HopToDesk is a Remote Desktop Software that focuses on privacy and security. Allowing users to connect and control any device from anywhere. HopToDesk with its frictionless application is perfect for enterprises with work-from-home employees or the personal user who wants to...

    21 HopToDesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  7. 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
     
  9. Remotely icon

    Remotely

     28 likes

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

    127 Remotely alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    List of remote hosts that can be controlled (unattended or attended).
     
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    Comments about Remotely as an Alternative to Apache Guacamole
    heldmar
    Negative
    0

    Remotely is no longer working for download

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Remotely is Free and Open SourceApache Guacamole is also Free and Open Source
  10. TigerVNC icon

    TigerVNC

     80 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

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Viewer Interface
     
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    Comments about TigerVNC as an Alternative to Apache Guacamole
    Guest
    Negative
    3

    this is a desktop VNC app. Guacamole's entire reason for existing is that it is within the browser.

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

    it's a desktop app. almost all of these on the list are not remote desktop gateways.

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

    Guacamole can do VNC, RDP and SSH without any need to install software on the client side (beside a modern HTML5 enabled browser).

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    TigerVNC icon

    • This alternative is disputed. TigerVNC is a legitimate Apache Guacamole alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • TigerVNC is Free and Open SourceApache Guacamole is also Free and Open Source
  11. FreeRDP icon

    FreeRDP

     17 likes

    FreeRDP is a free implementation of the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), released under the Apache license. Enjoy the freedom of using your software wherever you want, the way you want it, in a world where interoperability can finally liberate your computing experience.

    78 FreeRDP alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • openSUSE
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Flathub
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  12. authentik icon

    authentik

     15 likes

    authentik is an open-source identity provider focused on flexibility and versatility.

    44 authentik alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Kubernetes
    • Docker
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    Comments about authentik as an Alternative to Apache Guacamole
    greenseeker
    Negative
    0

    Authentik can integrate with Guacamole for authentication, but it can't replace Guacamole.

    Apache Guacamole Icon
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    • authentik is Freemium and Open SourceApache Guacamole is Free and Open Source
    • authentik is Privacy focusedApache Guacamole is not according to our users
  13. Vinagre icon

    Vinagre

     36 likes

    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.
    75 Vinagre alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Vinagre connected to a windows machine
     
  14. Tactical RMM icon

    Tactical RMM

     2 likes

    Tactical RMM is a remote monitoring & management tool for Windows computers, built with Django, Vue and Golang. It uses an agent written in Golang and integrates with MeshCentral.

    28 Tactical RMM alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Tactical RMM screenshot 1
     
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