pcAnywhere AlternativesRemote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like pcAnywhere

pcAnywhere is described as 'The Symantec pcAnywhere Host and Remote Standard License software enables one computer to remotely control and access another computer, establishing a one-to-one connection. Both host and remote components can be installed together on the same computer or separately on different' and is a Remote Desktop tool in the network & admin category. There are more than 50 alternatives to pcAnywhere for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone and Android apps. The best pcAnywhere alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try TeamViewer or AnyDesk. Other great apps like pcAnywhere are UltraVNC, LogMeIn Resolve, NoMachine and RealVNC.

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  1. TeamViewer icon
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    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.

    60 TeamViewer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • Raspberry Pi
     
    • TeamViewer is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to pcAnywhere.

    • TeamViewer is the most popular free alternative to pcAnywhere.

    • TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietarypcAnywhere is Paid and Proprietary
  2. AnyDesk icon
     431 likes
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    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.

    149 AnyDesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • FreeBSD
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Flathub
     
  3. 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

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    • Windows
     
    • TightVNC is the most popular Open Source alternative to pcAnywhere.

    • TightVNC is Free Personal and Open SourcepcAnywhere is Paid and Proprietary
    • TightVNC is LightweightpcAnywhere is not according to our users
  4. 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

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
    • LogMeIn Resolve is the most popular Web-based alternative to pcAnywhere.

    • LogMeIn Resolve is the most popular commercial alternative to pcAnywhere.

    • LogMeIn Resolve is Paid and ProprietarypcAnywhere is also Paid 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

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    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

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  8. TigerVNC icon
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    TigerVNC is an advanced VNC implementation. It is based on the fourth generation of VNC. TigerVNC also includes features from the TightVNC and TurboVNC projects. This includes accelerated JPEG compression. TigerVNC supports the latest X.Org X server.

    77 TigerVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  9. 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

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. Radmin icon
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    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...

    93 Radmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
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    Remote Utilities is a remote PC access program for connecting to a remote PC over LAN or via the Internet. The program is used by system administrators, home users and helpdesks for remotely managing PCs in their corporate or home network, or providing customer support.

    114 Remote Utilities alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
     
    • Remote Utilities is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to pcAnywhere.

    • Remote Utilities is Freemium and ProprietarypcAnywhere is Paid and Proprietary
  12. join.me icon
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    Easy to start, easy to join and with no downloads for viewers, connecting for external presentations, sales demos, and ad hoc get-togethers means you get work done and get on with it.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Outlook
    • Microsoft 365
     
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