iDisplay AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Remote Desktop Tools

The best Remote Desktop alternative to iDisplay is Chrome Remote Desktop, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 10 alternatives to iDisplay and four of them are Remote Desktop Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Remote Desktop Tool alternatives to iDisplay are Spacedesk, Weylus and Duet Display.

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iDisplay alternatives are mainly Screen Mirroring Apps but may also be Remote Desktop Tools. Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of iDisplay.
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Turn your iPad/iPhone or Android tablet or smartphone into a convenient side monitor for your Windows or Mac desktop. iDisplay is a universal app specially optimized for iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, and Android devices screens.

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iDisplay alternatives page was last updated Apr 27, 2022
  1. Chrome Remote Desktop icon
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    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...

    96 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

    Chrome Remote Desktop Features

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

    Chrome Remote Desktop VS iDisplay

    Is this a good alternative to iDisplay?
     
    • This alternative is disputed. Chrome Remote Desktop is a legitimate iDisplay alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Chrome Remote Desktop is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to iDisplay.

    • Chrome Remote Desktop is the most popular free alternative to iDisplay.

    • Chrome Remote Desktop is Free and ProprietaryiDisplay is Paid and Proprietary
    • Chrome Remote Desktop is LightweightiDisplay is not according to our users
  2. Spacedesk icon
     102 likes

    The multi-monitor display extension app, spacedesk lets you use other devices and computers on your LAN (Local Area Network) as monitors for your Windows desktop. At least 2 machines are needed to operate spacedesk.

    25 Spacedesk alternatives
    Desktop Extension

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Windows Mobile
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire

    Spacedesk Features

    1.  Screen Mirroring
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    3.  Screen Extension
    4.  Digital Signage
    5.  Desktop Sharing
    6.  Screen Sharing
    7.  Video Wall
    Spacedesk iconiDisplay Icon

    Spacedesk VS iDisplay

    Is Spacedesk a good alternative to iDisplay?
     
    Comments about Spacedesk as an Alternative to iDisplay
     
    italodeandra

    Spacedesk works much better than iDisplay even though it's free. The only problem is that spacedesk is Windows ONLY.

    Positive commentMay 15, 2020
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    • Most users think Spacedesk is a great iDisplay alternative.

    • Spacedesk is Freemium and ProprietaryiDisplay is Paid and Proprietary
  3. Weylus icon
     15 likes

    Weylus turns your tablet or smart phone into a graphic tablet/touch screen for your computer.

    17 Weylus alternatives
    Weylus screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    Weylus Features

    1.  Hardware Accelerated
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Lightweight
    5.  Screen Sharing
    6.  Support for styluses
    7.  MultiTouch
    Discontinued

    The latest release is from October 2021.

    Weylus iconiDisplay Icon

    Weylus VS iDisplay

    Is Weylus a good alternative to iDisplay?
     
  4. Duet Display icon
     51 likes

    Duet Display is a remote desktop application that transforms an iPad into a second display for a Mac computer. It allows Mac apps to be transferred to the iPad, providing additional screen space for multi-tasking.

    33 Duet Display alternatives
    Duet Display screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

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

    Duet Display Features

    1.  Pressure Sensitivity
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    Duet Display iconiDisplay Icon

    Duet Display VS iDisplay

    Is Duet Display a good alternative to iDisplay?
     
    Comments about Duet Display as an Alternative to iDisplay
     
    ilnahro

    Frequently loses connection over wifi for no reason.

    Negative commentOct 19, 2021
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    • Most users think Duet Display is a great iDisplay alternative.

    • Duet Display is the most popular commercial alternative to iDisplay.

    • Duet Display is Paid and ProprietaryiDisplay is also Paid and Proprietary
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