Parsec AlternativesTop Remote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like Parsec

Parsec is described as 'Experience low latency, 60 FPS remote desktop access for gaming, work, and collaboration. Play local multiplayer games, share screens, and access securely with encryption' and is a very popular Remote Desktop tool in the gaming software category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Parsec for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone and Linux apps. The best Parsec alternative is RustDesk, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Parsec are TeamViewer, Moonlight Game Streaming, AnyDesk and Remmina.

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  1. RustDesk icon
     305 likes

    Provides secure, cross-platform remote access and file sharing with no registration needed. Offers end-to-end encryption, self-hosting, multi-monitor support, screen sharing, and portable use, all with a lightweight, ad-free interface.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
     
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    RustDesk vs Parsec Comments
    F0rZ3r0
    Negative
    4

    Similarly to TeamViewer, this is not suitable for gaming.

    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceParsec is Freemium and Proprietary
    • RustDesk is Privacy focusedParsec is not according to our users
  2. TeamViewer icon
     3115 likes

    Remotely access and control any PC or server in seconds with secure encrypted connections, fast setup, file transfers, VoIP voice, webcam integration, multi-platform compatibility, and application selection, making support and collaboration seamless and efficient.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • Raspberry Pi
     
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    TeamViewer vs Parsec Comments
    Martin Ligabue
    Negative
    6

    not made for low latency gaming

    Guest
    Negative
    6

    It's not made for gaming at all. I can't replace parsec.

    Guest
    Negative
    3

    It doesn't have low latency

    3 of 4 comments
    • TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietaryParsec is Freemium and Proprietary
  3. Moonlight allows you to stream your collection of games from your GameStream-compatible PC to any supported device and play them remotely. Moonlight is perfect for gameplay on the go without sacrificing the graphics quality of your gaming computer.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • HP webOS
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Tizen OS
    • F-Droid
    • Xbox
     
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    Moonlight Game Streaming vs Parsec Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    no multiplayer, which is the entire point of parsec

    • Moonlight Game Streaming is Free and Open SourceParsec is Freemium and Proprietary
  4. AnyDesk icon
     444 likes

    Efficient app for secure remote access and file transfers across desktop and mobile devices. It's small, fast, and ideal for both enterprise and personal use, compatible with systems like macOS, Windows, and Linux, and offers features like session recording and custom branding.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • FreeBSD
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Flathub
     
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    AnyDesk vs Parsec Comments
    tvgoing1
    Negative
    -2

    known software for scammers, do not download this if someone says so. The software is working as intended but scammers use it to steal personal information to collect money.

    • AnyDesk is Free Personal and ProprietaryParsec is Freemium and Proprietary
  5. Remmina icon
     227 likes

    Open source remote desktop client for Linux and BSD supporting RDP, VNC, SPICE, and more, aimed at sysadmins and travelers needing remote access with features like scrollable high-res desktops and organized connection management.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  6. NoMachine icon
     118 likes

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

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  7. Extend your Steam gaming experience to your mobile device, TV, VR headset or PC, also works for non-gaming stuff like controlling the desktop.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Steam
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Meta Quest
    • Android TV
     
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    Steam Link / Steam Remote Play vs Parsec Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Low latency, multiplayer game streaming that works even when not on the same network. Basically the same idea as Parsec but it comes with Steam.

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Parsec allows you to connect from anywhere in the world form any device you can log into - Steam link is more limited in this aspect.

    • Steam Link / Steam Remote Play is Free and ProprietaryParsec is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Steam Link / Steam Remote Play is Privacy focusedParsec is not according to our users
  8. Sunshine is a self-hosted game stream host for Moonlight. Offering low latency, cloud gaming server capabilities with support for AMD, Intel, and Nvidia GPUs for hardware encoding. Software encoding is also available.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flatpak
     
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    Sunshine - Game streaming host vs Parsec Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    It works well enough, but you have to punch holes through your firewall. It also does not have a server you can host so publicly you can only use it on one computer.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Using TailScale, you can connect to your PC across networks.

    • Sunshine - Game streaming host is Free and Open SourceParsec is Freemium and Proprietary
  9. Remotely icon
     29 likes

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

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
  10. Shadow PC icon
     15 likes

    Experience high-performance computing on your device with Shadow, transforming it into a Windows machine for gaming, work, and creativity, accessible from anywhere.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
     
  11. FreeRDP icon
     19 likes

    FreeRDP is a free implementation of the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), released under the Apache license. Enjoy the freedom of using your software wherever you want, the way you want it, in a world where interoperability can finally liberate your computing experience.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • openSUSE
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Flathub
     
  12. Access and control your Mac from anywhere. Modern remote desktop for Mac, iPad, and iPhone.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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