RealVNC Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to RealVNC for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try TeamViewer or RustDesk. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to RealVNC and loads of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to RealVNC are Chrome Remote Desktop, Remmina, Bananas Screen Sharing and TigerVNC.

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RealVNC alternatives are mainly Remote Desktop Tools, but if you're looking for Web Conferencing Tools or SSH Clients you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Windows, Open Source, Linux, Self-Hosted + Free, Mac + Remote Desktop and Mac. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to RealVNC.
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  1. TeamViewer icon

    TeamViewer

     3111 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.

    78 TeamViewer alternatives

    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 RealVNC Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    5

    It connects to his proprietary TeamViewer Server ONLY. VNC protocol is NOT supported at all, this offers a different solution not a VNC client alternative.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    17

    This is not a VNC client, is a remote access tool.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Roby718
    Negative
    1

    Not VNC compatible, and a significantly different solution.

    • TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietaryRealVNC is Paid and Proprietary
  2. RustDesk icon

    RustDesk

     299 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.

    145 RustDesk alternatives

    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 RealVNC Comments
    Nuncio Bitis
    Negative
    0

    RustDesk is not a VNC client

    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceRealVNC is Paid and Proprietary
    • RustDesk is Lightweight and Privacy focusedRealVNC is not according to our users
  4. AnyDesk icon

    AnyDesk

     442 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.

    165 AnyDesk alternatives

    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 RealVNC Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -8

    Lacks NAT-to-NAT connections that VNC Connect (RealVNC) provides. If both sides are behind NAT, it will not perform NAT traversal.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • AnyDesk is Free Personal and ProprietaryRealVNC is Paid and Proprietary
    • AnyDesk is LightweightRealVNC is not according to our users
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  6. Chrome Remote Desktop icon

    Chrome Remote Desktop

     399 likes

    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...

    119 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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  8. Remmina icon

    Remmina

     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.

    156 Remmina alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Remmina screenshot 1
     
  9. Bananas Screen Sharing icon

    Bananas Screen Sharing

     24 likes

    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 (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Bananas Screen Sharing screenshot 1
     
  10. TigerVNC icon

    TigerVNC

     83 likes

    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.

    80 TigerVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Viewer Interface
     
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    TigerVNC vs RealVNC Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Easy to configure, fast, local and secure.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    nimowy
    Positive
    -1

    It has all the features of tightvnc, a good license, it comes with windows 64 binaries, it appears to be an active project with security fixes, and it works well.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • TigerVNC is Free and Open SourceRealVNC is Paid and Proprietary
  11. DWService icon

    DWService

     99 likes

    DWService is a half (only the client/agent) open source project which offers a service that allows access to remote systems (Windows, Mac, Linux, Raspberry...) using a standard web browser - without any component required on the client side.

    122 DWService alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
    It allows you to fully control the remote system by displaying its screen and allowing cursor control and keyboard input
     
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    DWService vs RealVNC Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    unlimited devices, no installation for viewer/client, free dispatcher

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • DWService is Freemium and Open SourceRealVNC is Paid and Proprietary
    • DWService is LightweightRealVNC is not according to our users
  12. NoMachine icon

    NoMachine

     118 likes

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

    141 NoMachine alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
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  14. MeshCentral icon

    MeshCentral

     46 likes

    This is a full computer management web site. With MeshCentral, you can run your own web server to remotely manage and control computers on a local network or anywhere on the internet.

    55 MeshCentral alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Node.JS
    • npm
    MeshCentral Login Page
     
  15. FreeRDP icon

    FreeRDP

     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.

    85 FreeRDP alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • openSUSE
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Flathub
    FreeRDP screenshot 1
     
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