Remotely AlternativesRemote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like Remotely

Remotely is described as 'Free and open-source remote desktop, remote scripting, and rich auto-complete to maximize your IT support efficiency' and is a Remote Desktop tool in the network & admin category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Remotely for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Remotely 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 Remotely are AnyDesk, Chrome Remote Desktop, Parsec and mRemoteNG.

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Remotely alternatives page was last updated Oct 2, 2023
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  1. TeamViewer icon

    TeamViewer

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    Connect remotely to PCs or servers securely in seconds. TeamViewer offers remote control with VoIP, webcam & app selection for efficient global teamwork. Maintain privacy with peer-to-peer connections. Ideal for support, collaboration, and accessible communication.

    51 TeamViewer alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • Raspberry Pi
    TeamViewer screenshot 1

    Top TeamViewer Features

    1.  PC Remote access
    2.  Support for Remote Control
    3.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    4.  Remote Reboot
    5.  Unattended Access
    6.  Screen Sharing
    7.  Desktop Sharing
    8.  Real time collaboration
    9.  Portable
    10.  User Session Recording
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Wi-Fi Sharing

    TeamViewer VS Remotely

     

    • TeamViewer is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Remotely.

    • TeamViewer is the most popular free alternative to Remotely.

    • TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietaryRemotely is Free and Open Source
  2. RustDesk icon

    RustDesk

     229 likes
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    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.

    123 RustDesk alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • SG flagSingapore

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    RustDesk screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Unattended Access
    3.  Low Latency
    4.  Screen Sharing
    5.  End-to-End Encryption
    6.  Desktop Sharing
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Stream audio
    9.  Portable
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    12.  Real time collaboration

    RustDesk VS Remotely

     

    • RustDesk is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Remotely.

    • RustDesk is the most popular Open Source alternative to Remotely.

    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceRemotely is Free and Open Source
    • RustDesk is Lightweight and Privacy focusedRemotely is not according to our users
  4. AnyDesk icon

    AnyDesk

     426 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.

    141 AnyDesk alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • BSD
    • Apple TV
    • Raspberry Pi
    • iPad
    AnyDesk screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Unattended Access
    2.  Low Latency
    3.  No installation required
    4.  Integrated File Sharing
    5.  Remote Support
    6.  Quick connection
    7.  Screen Sharing
    8.  Support for Aliases
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Ad-free
    12.  Portable

    AnyDesk VS Remotely

     
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  6. Remmina icon

    Remmina

     221 likes
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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.

    141 Remmina alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • IT flagItaly
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    Remmina screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Scalable

    Features

    1.  RDP
    2.  SSH
    3.  VNC Support
    4.  Support for Multiple protocols
    5.  Fullscreen support
    6.  RDP Functionality
    7.  Tabbed interface
    8.  Multiple Servers
    9.  User Session Recording
    10.  Ad-free
    11.  Desktop Sharing
    12.  Native translations

    Remmina VS Remotely

     
  7. 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...

    101 Chrome Remote Desktop alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    Chrome Remote Desktop screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Remote Support
    2.  Proxy support
    3.  Built-in terminal emulation
    4.  Integrated File Sharing
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Desktop Sharing
    7.  Screen Sharing
    8.  Trust Level system
    9.  Save web page for offline use

    Chrome Remote Desktop VS Remotely

     
  8. Parsec icon

    Parsec

     105 likes
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    Securely access remote computers in low latency, 60 FPS, and HD. Play local multiplayer games, collaborate on work with multiple monitors, or use advanced tools and permissions for teams. Enjoy end-to-end encryption, two-factor authentication, and portable access, ad-free.

    33 Parsec alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Computers tab - Your and friends' computers

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Scalable

    Features

    1.  Low Latency
    2.  Game Streaming
    3.  Gamepad Mapping
    4.  HEVC
    5.  Stream audio
    6.  Desktop Sharing
    7.  Fast speed
    8.  Multiplayer
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Two-factor Authentication
    11.  Screen Sharing
    12.  Support for Multiple Monitors

    Parsec VS Remotely

     
  10. mRemoteNG icon

    mRemoteNG

     222 likes
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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.

    81 mRemoteNG alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Config Connections

    Top mRemoteNG Features

    1.  RDP
    2.  SSH
    3.  RDP Functionality
    4.  Tabbed interface
    5.  Tree view
    6.  Support for Multiple protocols
    7.  Built-in SSH client
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Connect via RDP
    10.  Secure Copy (SCP)
    11.  Supports SSL Certificates
    12.  VNC Support

    mRemoteNG VS Remotely

     
  11. TightVNC icon

    TightVNC

     259 likes
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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.

    106 TightVNC alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Access Control

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  VNC Viewer
    2.  Local Network Connection
    3.  Screen Sharing
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  VNC Support
    7.  Portable
    8.  Desktop Sharing
    9.  Two-factor Authentication
    10.  Integrated File Sharing

    TightVNC VS Remotely

     
  12. UltraVNC icon

    UltraVNC

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    UltraVNC is easy to use and free software that can display the screen of another computer (via the Internet or a local network) on your own screen. The program allows you to use your mouse and keyboard to control the other computer remotely.

    101 UltraVNC alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • BE flagBelgium
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Server Property Page

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Freedom
    3.  VNC Server
    4.  Stores connection configs per PC
    5.  Integrated Chat
    6.  VNC Support
    7.  Integrated File Sharing
    8.  Remote Work
    9.  VNC Viewer

    UltraVNC VS Remotely

     
  13. DWService icon

    DWService

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    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.

    113 DWService alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • EE flagEstonia
    • European Union flagEU

    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

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Runs in browser
    2.  Multiplatform
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Remote terminal
    5.  Remote File Access
    6.  Remote shell
    7.  Unattended Access
    8.  Two-factor Authentication
    9.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    10.  Remote Management
    11.  Remote Support
    12.  Port Forwarding

    DWService VS Remotely

     
  14. LogMeIn Resolve icon

    LogMeIn Resolve

     502 likes
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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.

    145 LogMeIn Resolve alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    LogMeIn Resolve screenshot 1

    LogMeIn Resolve Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Integrated File Sharing

    LogMeIn Resolve VS Remotely

     

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

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

    • LogMeIn Resolve is Paid and ProprietaryRemotely is Free and Open Source
  15. NoMachine icon

    NoMachine

     117 likes
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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
    NoMachine screenshot 1

    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 Remotely

     
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