Apache Guacamole Alternatives for Windows

Apache Guacamole is not available for Windows but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Windows with similar functionality. The best Windows alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try TeamViewer or RustDesk. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Apache Guacamole and many of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Apache Guacamole are UltraVNC, LogMeIn Resolve, RealVNC and NoMachine.

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Apache Guacamole alternatives are mainly Remote Desktop Tools, but if you're looking for SSH Clients or Terminal Emulators you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source, Windows and Mac. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Apache Guacamole.
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  1. TeamViewer icon

    TeamViewer

     3103 likes

    Remotely access and control any PC or server in seconds with secure encrypted connections, fast setup, file transfers, VoIP voice, webcam integration, multi-platform compatibility, and application selection, making support and collaboration seamless and efficient.

    61 TeamViewer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • Raspberry Pi
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    TeamViewer vs Apache Guacamole Comments
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    TeamViewer requires both Client and Remote Device software to be installed. Whereas Guacamole only requires a Server to be online, and uses HTTPS to serve the remote access.

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

    Teamviewer is not a web based clientless remote desktop portal.

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

    Peer to Peer, requires both users to have team viewer

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietaryApache Guacamole is Free and Open Source
  2. RustDesk icon

    RustDesk

     279 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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • 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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    TightVNC vs Apache Guacamole Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    2

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

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  6. 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

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    • Windows
    Server Property Page
     
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    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.
    • UltraVNC is Free and Open SourceApache Guacamole is also Free and Open Source
    • UltraVNC is LightweightApache Guacamole is not according to our users
  7. LogMeIn Resolve icon

    LogMeIn Resolve

     502 likes

    Offers endpoint management with remote control, IT tools integrating remote monitoring, management, access, support, ticketing, and automation. Mobile Device Management manages apps, security, and devices across systems.

    147 LogMeIn Resolve alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  8. RealVNC icon

    RealVNC

     146 likes

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

    119 RealVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
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    RealVNC vs Apache Guacamole Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    VNC connect 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.
    • RealVNC is Paid and ProprietaryApache Guacamole is Free and Open Source
  10. 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
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  11. 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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  12. 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
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  13. TigerVNC icon

    TigerVNC

     81 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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    TigerVNC vs Apache Guacamole Comments
    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.
    • TigerVNC is Free and Open SourceApache Guacamole is also Free and Open Source
  14. 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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    Remotely vs Apache Guacamole Comments
    heldmar
    Negative
    0

    Remotely is no longer working for download

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Remotely is Free and Open SourceApache Guacamole is also Free and Open Source
  15. 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

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • openSUSE
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Flathub
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