Microsoft Remote Desktop AlternativesRemote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like Microsoft Remote Desktop

Microsoft Remote Desktop is described as 'Use Microsoft Remote Desktop for Android to connect to a remote PC or virtual apps and desktops made available by your admin. With Microsoft Remote Desktop, you can be productive no matter where you are' and is a Remote Desktop tool in the network & admin category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Microsoft Remote Desktop for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Microsoft Remote Desktop alternative is TightVNC. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try TightVNC or Bananas Screen Sharing. Other great apps like Microsoft Remote Desktop are DWService, LogMeIn Resolve, NoMachine and RealVNC.

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  1. TightVNC icon
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    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
     
    • TightVNC is the most popular Windows alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop.

    • TightVNC is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop.

    • TightVNC is Free Personal and Open SourceMicrosoft Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary
    • TightVNC is LightweightMicrosoft Remote Desktop is not according to our users
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    Bananas offers a cross-platform, peer-to-peer screen-sharing service without needing an account or server infrastructure. It uses WebRTC for secure connections, lets users collaborate with multiple cursors, and features a unique connection URL. Privacy is ensured as no data is stored.

    55 Bananas Screen Sharing alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
    • Bananas Screen Sharing is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop.

    • Bananas Screen Sharing is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary
    • Bananas Screen Sharing is Privacy focusedMicrosoft Remote Desktop is not according to our users
  3. UltraVNC icon
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    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

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. DWService icon
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    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.

    117 DWService alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
     
    • DWService is the most popular Android alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop.

    • DWService is Freemium and Open SourceMicrosoft Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary
    • DWService is LightweightMicrosoft Remote Desktop is not according to our users
  5. LogMeIn Resolve icon
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    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

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
    • LogMeIn Resolve is the most popular Web-based, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop.

    • LogMeIn Resolve is the most popular commercial alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop.

    • LogMeIn Resolve is Paid and ProprietaryMicrosoft Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary
  6. NoMachine icon
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    Access remote computers easily with enterprise-class speed and features supporting any content including audio and video.

    132 NoMachine alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  7. RealVNC icon
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    Secure, cost-effective remote access and support for your computer, from your desktop or mobile device.

    119 RealVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  8. X2Go icon
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    X2Go is an open source remote desktop software for Linux that uses the NX technology protocol.

    47 X2Go alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  9. Remotely icon
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    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

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
    • Remotely is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop.

    • Remotely is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary
  10. Duet Display icon
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    Turns iOS or Android devices into efficient second displays or graphics tablets for Mac and PC, delivering zero-lag, high-resolution output with touch, gesture, and touch bar support, hardware-free setup, secure remote desktop capabilities, and end-to-end encryption.

    35 Duet Display alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • visionOS
     
  11. UltraViewer icon
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    Remote control and support tool for Windows offering screen monitoring, chat, and file transfer, allowing users to assist clients, share files, manage multiple sessions, while partners oversee and manage permissions during support.

    142 UltraViewer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  12. Kasm Workspaces icon
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    Kasm Workspaces is a container streaming platform for delivering browser, desktop and application workloads to the web browser.

    24 Kasm Workspaces alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
    • Kasm Workspaces is the most popular SaaS alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop.

    • Kasm Workspaces is Free Personal and ProprietaryMicrosoft Remote Desktop is Free and Proprietary
    • Kasm Workspaces is Lightweight and Privacy focusedMicrosoft Remote Desktop is not according to our users
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