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. Remoter icon

    Remoter

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    Remoter is Remote Desktop Client for Mac and iOS. Connect to all your VNC (Screen Sharing), RDP (Windows Remote Desktop), SSH and Telnet sessions from one app. Supports audio streaming for OSX and RDP.

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Remoter Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  RDP
    3.  VNC Support
    4.  SSH

    Remoter VS RustDesk

     
  2. ClonaDesk icon

    ClonaDesk

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    ClonaDesk offers advanced remote access software for seamless troubleshooting and high-quality technical support from any location.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    ClonaDesk screenshot 1

    ClonaDesk Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  PC Remote access

    ClonaDesk VS RustDesk

     
  4. SupportHopper icon

    SupportHopper

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    Seamlessly share screens and provide remote desktop support with our user-friendly software. Perfect for businesses seeking enhanced customer support.

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    Country of Origin

    • HU flagHungary
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    SupportHopper screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Desktop Sharing
    2.  Screen Sharing
    3.  Real time collaboration
    4.  Ad-free

    SupportHopper VS RustDesk

     
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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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    AMMYY Admin

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    Ammyy Admin is a highly reliable and very friendly tool for remote computer access. You can provide remote assistance, remote administration or remote teaching for your clients, employees and friends regardless of their location.

    84 AMMYY Admin alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Warning

    On VirusTotal, 47 out of 72 security vendors flagged this software as malicious: https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/ee573647477339784dcef81024de1be1762833a20e5cc2b89a93e47d05b86b6a

    AMMYY Admin Features

    1.  Unattended Access
    2.  Built-in File Manager
    3.  Voice Chat
    4.  Support for HTML5
    5.  Content Templates
    6.  Remote Support

    AMMYY Admin VS RustDesk

     
  7. Remote.it icon

    Remote.it

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    remote.it is a platform that brings the world of disconnected networks to your browser, desktop and mobile devices. Securely access devices connected to any network like they were on your own local network.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Remote.it screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Unattended Access
    3.  Remote Work

    Remote.it VS RustDesk

     
  8. Goverlan Reach Enterprise IT Support icon

    Goverlan Reach Enterprise IT Support

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    Goverlan Reach is a secure on-premise IT remote system management solution for the enterprise and IT services providers. Advanced Remote Control / Background Access / IT Automation.

    License model

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Goverlan Reach Enterprise IT Support Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  Computer monitoring
    3.  Patch Management
    4.  Remote monitoring
    5.  Remote Support
    6.  On-premises software
    7.  RDP

    Goverlan Reach Enterprise IT Support VS RustDesk

     
  10. DeskRoll icon

    DeskRoll

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    Fast speed multiple remote desktop access, via web browser.

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    Demo session, quality choose

    DeskRoll Features

    1.  Multiple Account support
    2.  Web-Based
    3.  Remote Reboot
    4.  Web Remote Desktop

    DeskRoll VS RustDesk

     
  11. Distant Desktop icon

    Distant Desktop

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    The free remote desktop software for business and personal use. Access and manage remote computers from anywhere in the world.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • PL flagPoland
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Android
    Main window

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Remote Support
    2.  Screen Sharing
    3.  Unattended Access
    4.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Wake on LAN
    7.  Desktop Sharing
    8.  End-to-End Encryption
    9.  Portable
    10.  No registration required

    Distant Desktop VS RustDesk

     
  12. GoSupportNow icon

    GoSupportNow

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    Remote support service for PC & Mac. GUARANTEED CONNECTION. Built-in web meeting for collaborative support & training with up to 10 parties. $19.95/month.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online

    GoSupportNow Features

    1.  Remote Support

    GoSupportNow VS RustDesk

     
  13. Supremo icon

    Supremo

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    Supremo is a powerful, easy and complete solution for remote desktop control and support. It allows you to access a remote PC or host a Meeting in just a few seconds. There's no need to install it or configure the routers. Download, access, control.

    64 Supremo alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Supremo Remote Access

    Supremo Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Desktop Sharing
    3.  Remote Support
    4.  Meeting

    Supremo VS RustDesk

     
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