rdesktop AlternativesRemote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like rdesktop

rdesktop is described as 'Open source client for Windows Terminal Services, capable of natively speaking Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) in order to present the users Windows desktop. Supported servers include Windows 2000 Server, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows XP, Windows' and is a Remote Desktop tool in the network & admin category. There are more than 25 alternatives to rdesktop for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iPhone apps. The best rdesktop alternative is AnyDesk. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try AnyDesk or Remmina. Other great apps like rdesktop are mRemoteNG, TightVNC, Bananas Screen Sharing and UltraVNC.

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  1. AnyDesk icon

    AnyDesk

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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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    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 is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to rdesktop.

    • AnyDesk is the most popular free alternative to rdesktop.

    • AnyDesk is Free Personal and Proprietaryrdesktop is Free and Open Source
    • AnyDesk is Lightweightrdesktop is not according to our users
  2. Remmina icon

    Remmina

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    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.

    144 Remmina alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    • Remmina is the most popular Open Source alternative to rdesktop.

    • Remmina is Free and Open Sourcerdesktop is also Free and Open Source
  4. Chrome Remote Desktop icon

    Chrome Remote Desktop

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    Chrome Remote Desktop allows users to remotely access another computer through Chrome browser or a Chromebook. Computers can be made available on an short-term basis for scenarios such as ad hoc remote support, or on a more long-term basis for remote access to your applications...

    105 Chrome Remote Desktop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
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    Zoho Assist

    Support customers on a remote computer easily through web-based, on-demand remote support sessions. Set up unattended remote access and manage remote PCs, laptops, mobile devices, and servers effortlessly.

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    mRemoteNG

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    Manage remote connections efficiently with this open-source tool, featuring a tabbed interface supporting RDP, VNC, SSH, Telnet, HTTP, and more protocols, without any ads.

    85 mRemoteNG alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    Config Connections
     
  7. TightVNC icon

    TightVNC

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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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    Platforms

    • Windows
    Access Control
     
  8. Bananas Screen Sharing icon

    Bananas Screen Sharing

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    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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  10. UltraVNC icon

    UltraVNC

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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
    Server Property Page
     
  11. LogMeIn Resolve icon

    LogMeIn Resolve

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

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

    • LogMeIn Resolve is Paid and Proprietaryrdesktop is Free and Open Source
  12. RealVNC icon

    RealVNC

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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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
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    Radmin

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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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  14. Remote Utilities icon

    Remote Utilities

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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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

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

    • Remote Utilities is Freemium and Proprietaryrdesktop is Free and Open Source
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    Vinagre

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    A VNC/SSH Client for the GNOME Desktop

    • You can connect to several machines at the same time with tabs
    • You can keep track of your most used connections with favorites
    • You can keep track of your recently used connections through GtkRecent
    • You can browse your network f.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Vinagre connected to a windows machine
     
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