RustDesk Alternatives

RustDesk is described as 'Open source tool for secure remote access and screen sharing, supporting cross-platform use and self-hosting for complete data control' and is a very popular Remote Desktop tool in the remote work & education category. There are more than 100 alternatives to RustDesk for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best RustDesk alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Remmina or Chrome Remote Desktop. Other great apps like RustDesk are AnyDesk, Parsec, mRemoteNG and TightVNC.

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RustDesk alternatives are mainly Remote Desktop Tools, but if you're looking for Help Desk Platforms or Web Conferencing Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows + Open Source and Open Source + Remote Desktop. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to RustDesk.
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Open source tool for secure remote access and screen sharing, supporting cross-platform use and self-hosting for complete data control.

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RustDesk alternatives page was last updated Apr 19, 2025
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  1. Thinfinity Remote Desktop Workstation icon

    Thinfinity Remote Desktop Workstation

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    Connect to any PC or server right from your web browser. Choose the mode: full remote desktop control by RDP, desktop sharing just like VNC or transfer files with a FTP connection.

    84 Thinfinity Remote Desktop Workstation alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    Thinfinity Remote Desktop Workstation screenshot 1

    Top Thinfinity Remote Desktop Workstation Features

    1.  Interactive Presentations
    2.  VNC Support
    3.  Support for HTML5
    4.  Screen Sharing
    5.  Opera support
    6.  Integrated FTP client
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  User Session Recording
    9.  Remote Support
    10.  Web Remote Desktop
    11.  Remote Printing
    12.  Supports SSL Certificates

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  2. AeroAdmin icon

    AeroAdmin

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    Ready-to-use remote desktop tool requiring no installation, registration, or admin rights, with instant connection setup, encrypted sessions, firewall/NAT compatibility, flexible permission settings, file transfer, image optimization, and simple interface.

    79 AeroAdmin alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Wine
    AeroAdmin - main window

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Unattended Access
    2.  Screen Sharing
    3.  Desktop Sharing
    4.  Remote Support
    5.  VNC Support
    6.  No installation required
    7.  Remote Work
    8.  Video Conferencing
    9.  Webinar
    10.  Audio Conferencing
    11.  Integrated File Sharing

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  4. SupremeViewer icon

    SupremeViewer

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    SupremeViewer is a free and secure remote access software that allows users to access and control their PCs remotely from anywhere in the world.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    SupremeViewer main webpage

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  Unattended Access
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Real time collaboration
    5.  End-to-End Encryption
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Desktop Sharing
    8.  Remote Work
    9.  Remote Support
    10.  Remote monitoring

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    AnyDesk

    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...

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  6. Zoho Assist icon

    Zoho Assist

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    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.

    95 Zoho Assist alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • IN flagIndia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Raspberry Pi
    Zoho Assist screenshot 1

    Top Zoho Assist Features

    1.  Unattended Access
    2.  Wake on LAN
    3.  Remote Support
    4.  Secure File Sharing
    5.  Customizable branding
    6.  Custom Domain
    7.  Screen Sharing
    8.  Embeded customer widget
    9.  SMS invites
    10.  Unattended installation
    11.  Icon sets

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  7. Thinfinity Remote Desktop icon

    Thinfinity Remote Desktop

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    With Thinfinity Remote Desktop, you can deliver your Windows applications and desktops anywhere and on any device. With one-click access to hosted, VDI, and local Virtual Machine resources on the web or from mobile devices, Thinfinity Remote Desktop delivers an unparalleled user...

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Access all your resources, even from different clouds, from one single workspace.

    Top Thinfinity Remote Desktop Features

    1. Microsoft Active Directory icon  Active Directory integration
    2.  Two-factor Authentication
    3.  Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
    4.  Integrated FTP client
    5.  AES-256 Encryption
    6.  Portable
    7.  End-to-End Encryption
    8.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    9.  Secure File Sharing
    10.  Remote Desktop Server
    11.  PC Remote access
    12.  Remote Desktop Manager

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  8. Apple Remote Desktop icon

    Apple Remote Desktop

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    Apple Remote Desktop is basically the Apple version of Windows Remote Desktop. It's the way to use RDP host from a Mac.

    93 Apple Remote Desktop alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Apple Remote Desktop screenshot 1

    Apple Remote Desktop Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  Unattended Access
    3.  Desktop Sharing
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Real time collaboration
    6.  Screen monitoring

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  10. ASG-Remote Desktop icon

    ASG-Remote Desktop

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    ASG-Remote Desktop is the indispensable tool for administrative access to remote computers.

    86 ASG-Remote Desktop alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    ASG-Remote Desktop screenshot 1

    ASG-Remote Desktop Features

    1.  Remote shell
    2.  Remote client

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  11. RHUB TurboMeeting icon

    RHUB TurboMeeting

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    Web conferencing, video conferencing, live streaming and remote support servers. Unlimited users. You own it. In-house security & branding. 3-10 month payback compared to WebEx & LogMeIn. Easy 15 minute server setup. Top rated conferencing software.

    License model

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    HD Video Conference's Telepresence setup

    RHUB TurboMeeting Features

    1.  Desktop Sharing
    2.  Video Conferencing
    3.  Remote Support
    4.  Streaming
    5.  Audio Conferencing
    6.  Webinar

    RHUB TurboMeeting VS RustDesk

     
  12. Remotix icon

    Remotix

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    Remotix is a fast and powerful application to easily access multiple Macs (and PCs). The only client with complete Apple Screen Sharing support, including clipboard synchronization, Apple adaptive quality codec and multiple monitor support.

    56 Remotix alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • CY flagCyprus
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Remotix for Mac

    Remotix Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  VNC Viewer
    3.  RDP

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    Connections

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    Connections allows you to connect to and use other desktops. This can be a great way to access content or software on a different desktop operating system. It can also be used as a way to provide support to users who might need help.

    141 Connections alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • GNOME
    Connections screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  VNC Support
    2.  RDP
    3.  Remote Support

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