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 25 alternatives to Multiplicity for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Multiplicity alternative is Synergy. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Spacedesk or Barrier. Other great apps like Multiplicity are Input Leap, LogMeIn Resolve, Mouse without Borders and InputShare.

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  1. 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.

    22 Synergy alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    Synergy vs Multiplicity Comments
    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.

    • Synergy is Paid and ProprietaryMultiplicity is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. Spacedesk icon
     117 likes

    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.

    31 Spacedesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
  3. Barrier icon
     130 likes

    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.

    21 Barrier alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • FreeBSD
    • OpenBSD
     
  4. Input Leap icon
     34 likes

    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.

    22 Input Leap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  5. 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.

    154 LogMeIn Resolve alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    LogMeIn Resolve vs Multiplicity Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    10

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

    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.

    • LogMeIn Resolve is Paid and ProprietaryMultiplicity is also Paid and Proprietary
    • LogMeIn Resolve is a Remote Desktop Multiplicity is a Mouse Sharing Utility
  6. InputShare icon
     12 likes

    InputShare enables you to share the keyboard and mouse of your computer with an Android device via ADB in wired / wireless way.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. Input Director icon
     81 likes

    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.

    17 Input Director alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. ShareMouse icon
     94 likes

    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.

    18 ShareMouse alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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    ShareMouse vs Multiplicity Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Works for Windows and Mac!

    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    Because it is not the same function

    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 ..???

    3 of 4 comments
    • ShareMouse is Freemium and ProprietaryMultiplicity is Paid and Proprietary
  9. AeroAdmin icon
     27 likes

    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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Wine
     
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    AeroAdmin vs Multiplicity Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    1

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

    • AeroAdmin is Freemium and ProprietaryMultiplicity is Paid and Proprietary
    • AeroAdmin is a Remote Desktop Multiplicity is a Mouse Sharing Utility
    • AeroAdmin is LightweightMultiplicity is not according to our users
  10. Cursr icon
     7 likes

    Cross-platform utility tool for seamless mouse, keyboard and clipboard sharing and usage in multi-display, single and multi-device setups.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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