Microsoft Remote Desktop Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to Microsoft Remote Desktop for Windows and since it's discontinued a lot of people are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is TightVNC. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try TightVNC or Bananas Screen Sharing. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Microsoft Remote Desktop and many of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Microsoft Remote Desktop are LogMeIn Resolve, DWService, RealVNC and NoMachine.

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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.

    113 TightVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  2. 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.

    57 Bananas Screen Sharing alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  3. UltraVNC icon
     279 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.

    109 UltraVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. LogMeIn Resolve icon
     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.

    149 LogMeIn Resolve alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  5. DWService icon
     99 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.

    119 DWService alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  6. RealVNC icon
     147 likes

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

    122 RealVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  7. NoMachine icon
     118 likes

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

    134 NoMachine alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  8. Remotely icon
     28 likes

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

    129 Remotely alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
  9. X2Go icon
     72 likes

    X2Go is an open source remote desktop software for Linux that uses the NX technology protocol.

    49 X2Go alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  10. UltraViewer icon
     46 likes

    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.

    144 UltraViewer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  11. Duet Display icon
     54 likes

    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.

    37 Duet Display alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • visionOS
     
  12. Radmin icon
     57 likes

    Radmin (Remote Administrator) is the popular, award winning secure remote control software which enables you to work on a remote computer in real time as if you were using its own keyboard and mouse. You can remotely access the same computer from multiple places and use advanced...

    94 Radmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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