Remote Desktop Connection Alternatives

Remote Desktop Connection is described as 'Technology that allows you to sit at a computer (sometimes called the client computer) and connect to a remote computer (sometimes called the host computer) in a different location' and is a very popular Remote Desktop tool in the network & admin category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Remote Desktop Connection for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Remote Desktop Connection alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try RustDesk or Remmina. Other great apps like Remote Desktop Connection are AnyDesk, Chrome Remote Desktop, mRemoteNG and TightVNC.

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Remote Desktop Connection alternatives page was last updated Jun 17, 2021
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  1. NoMachine icon

    NoMachine

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

    128 NoMachine alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • LU flagLuxembourg
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
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    Top NoMachine Features

    1.  Remote Desktop Server
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Low Latency
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Media Streaming
    6.  Desktop Sharing
    7.  Controller Support
    8.  Record desktop activity
    9.  Integrated File Sharing
    10.  VNC Support
    11.  X server
    12.  KVM over IP

    NoMachine VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
  2. RealVNC icon

    RealVNC

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    Secure, cost-effective remote access and support for your computer, from your desktop or mobile device.

    114 RealVNC alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
    RealVNC screenshot 1

    RealVNC Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  VNC Viewer
    4.  VNC Support
    5.  SSH
    6.  VNC Server
    7.  Works behind firewalls

    RealVNC VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
  4. MeshCentral icon

    MeshCentral

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    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.

    48 MeshCentral alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

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

    Top MeshCentral Features

    1.  No port forwarding required
    2.  Remote File Access
    3.  Remote Reboot
    4.  Unattended Access
    5.  Two-factor Authentication
    6.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    7.  Remote Desktop Server
    8.  Self-hosted
    9.  Remote Management
    10.  Screen Sharing
    11.  Desktop Sharing
    12.  Wake on LAN

    MeshCentral VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
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  6. Remotely icon

    Remotely

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

    122 Remotely alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    List of remote hosts that can be controlled (unattended or attended).

    Remotely Features

    1.  Remote Support
    2.  Unattended Access
    3.  Runs in browser
    4.  Low Latency

    Remotely VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
  7. X2Go icon

    X2Go

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    X2Go is an open source remote desktop software for Linux that uses the NX technology protocol.

    46 X2Go alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    X2Go screenshot 1

    Top X2Go Features

    1.  Multi Platform
    2.  Low bandwidth usage
    3.  Desktop Sharing
    4.  SSH
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Selective folder sharing
    7.  X server
    8.  XFCE support
    9.  Kde support
    10.  Support all desktops
    11.  Printer sharing

    X2Go VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
  8. Microsoft Remote Desktop icon

    Microsoft Remote Desktop

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    Use Microsoft Remote Desktop for Android to connect to a remote PC or virtual apps and desktops made available by your admin. With Microsoft Remote Desktop, you can be productive no matter where you are.

    65 Microsoft Remote Desktop alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
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    Microsoft Remote Desktop Features

    1.  Remote Printing
    2.  Built-in File Manager

    Microsoft Remote Desktop VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
  10. TigerVNC icon

    TigerVNC

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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.

    74 TigerVNC alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Viewer Interface

    TigerVNC Features

    1.  Raspberry Pi Development
    2.  Integrated File Sharing
    3.  VNC Support
    4.  VNC Viewer
    5.  VNC Server

    TigerVNC VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
  11. UltraViewer icon

    UltraViewer

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    Computer Remote Control/Access Support software. UltraViewer help you remote control your partner's computer to support them like you're next to their screen.

    136 UltraViewer alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • VN flagVietnam

    Platforms

    • Windows
    UltraViewer screenshot 1

    UltraViewer Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  Remote Support
    3.  Integrated Chat
    4.  Multiple languages
    5.  PC Remote access
    6.  Real time collaboration
    7.  Integrated File Sharing

    UltraViewer VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
  12. Radmin icon

    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...

    91 Radmin alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Radmin Features

    1.  Unattended Access
    2.  Remote Support
    3.  Low Latency
    4.  VNC Support

    Radmin VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
  13. 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.

    113 Remote Utilities alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    Viewer main window

    Top Remote Utilities Features

    1.  RDP Functionality
    2. Microsoft Active Directory icon  Active Directory integration
    3.  Integrated File Sharing
    4.  Bypass Firewall
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Unattended Access
    7.  Two-factor Authentication
    8.  Screen Sharing
    9.  Desktop Sharing
    10.  Portable
    11.  Attended access
    12.  Proxy support

    Remote Utilities VS Remote Desktop Connection

     
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