Multiplicity AlternativesMouse & Keyboard Sharing Utilities like Multiplicity

Multiplicity is described as 'Virtual KVM switch for seamless control of multiple computers with one keyboard and mouse. Supports file transfer and audio streaming' and is a Mouse Sharing utility in the network & admin category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Multiplicity for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Multiplicity alternative is Barrier, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Multiplicity are Synergy, Spacedesk, Input Leap and LogMeIn Resolve.

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  1. Barrier icon
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    Barrier is a cross-platform software utility for sharing your mouse and keyboard between multiple computers on your desk. It was forked from Synergy version 1.9's codebase.

    19 Barrier alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • FreeBSD
    • OpenBSD
     
    • Barrier is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Multiplicity.

    • Barrier is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Multiplicity.

    • Barrier is Free and Open SourceMultiplicity is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Synergy icon
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    Synergy combines your desktop devices together in to one cohesive experience. It's software for sharing your mouse and keyboard between multiple computers on your desk. It works on Windows, macOS and Linux.

    19 Synergy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    Comments about Synergy as an Alternative to Multiplicity
    Guest
    Negative
    -3

    Shares peripherals ONLY between computers with their own screens, multiplicity uses a single computer, to virtually kvm switch between computers using the same monitor as well as peripherals.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Synergy is a great Multiplicity alternative.

    • Synergy is the most popular commercial alternative to Multiplicity.

    • Synergy is Paid and ProprietaryMultiplicity is also Paid and Proprietary
  3. Spacedesk icon
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    Utilize Spacedesk to transform any network-connected device, from Android tablets to iOS devices, into additional monitors. Requires a Windows primary machine for efficient screen sharing, perfect for office or remote collaboration.

    26 Spacedesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Windows Mobile
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
    • Spacedesk is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Multiplicity.

    • Spacedesk is Freemium and ProprietaryMultiplicity is Paid and Proprietary
  4. Input Leap icon
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    Input Leap is software that mimics the functionality of a KVM switch, which historically would allow you to use a single keyboard and mouse to control multiple computers by physically turning a dial on the box to switch the machine you're controlling at any given moment.

    19 Input Leap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  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
     
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    Comments about LogMeIn Resolve as an Alternative to Multiplicity
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    Negative
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    Really very different functionality. Multiplicity is for locally sharing keyboard/mouse across multiple computers. LogMeIn is remote desktop software.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    LogMein is for REMOTE control /viewing/meeting etc. Multiplicity is for Local (as in, on the same desk) control/viewing etc., essentially functioning as a controller without being a viewer also. LogMeIn does not function as a controller unless you also have a view window open.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • This alternative is disputed. LogMeIn Resolve is a legitimate Multiplicity alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • LogMeIn Resolve is the most popular Web-based alternative to Multiplicity.

    • LogMeIn Resolve is Paid and ProprietaryMultiplicity is also Paid and Proprietary
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    Control multiple PCs effortlessly with a single mouse and keyboard, drag-and-drop files between machines, and customize your screens with Bing images, all without extra gear.

    18 Mouse without Borders alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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  7. Input Director icon
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    Input Director is a Windows application that lets you control multiple Windows systems using the keyboard/mouse attached to one computer. It is designed for folks who have two (or more) computers set up at home and find themselves regularly sliding from one system to the other.

    15 Input Director alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. ShareMouse icon
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    Seamlessly control multiple computers using one mouse and keyboard, switch between systems by moving the pointer, transmit input securely over LAN, share clipboard, support drag-and-drop files, and work across Windows or macOS with no hardware required.

    15 ShareMouse alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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    Comments about ShareMouse as an Alternative to Multiplicity
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Works for Windows and Mac!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    Because it is not the same function

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    hguldad
    Positive
    0

    It's the best not only as an alternative but as it's the only one that works without complicated settings. I loved it from the first time ..???

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think ShareMouse is a great Multiplicity alternative.

    • ShareMouse is Freemium and ProprietaryMultiplicity is Paid and Proprietary
  9. Cursr icon
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    Cross-platform utility tool for seamless mouse, keyboard and clipboard sharing and usage in multi-display, single and multi-device setups.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  10. Lan Mouse icon
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    Mouse & Keyboard sharing via LAN for Desktop Windows/Mac/Linux.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  11. AeroAdmin icon
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    Ready-to-use remote desktop tool requiring no installation, registration, or admin rights, with instant connection setup, encrypted sessions, firewall/NAT compatibility, flexible permission settings, file transfer, image optimization, and simple interface.

    81 AeroAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Wine
     
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    Comments about AeroAdmin as an Alternative to Multiplicity
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    Really very different functionality. Multiplicity is for locally sharing keyboard/mouse across multiple computers. Aeroadmin is remote desktop software.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    AeroAdmin icon
    • AeroAdmin is Freemium and ProprietaryMultiplicity is Paid and Proprietary
    • AeroAdmin is LightweightMultiplicity is not according to our users
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