The Best Open Source TeamViewer AlternativesTop Remote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like TeamViewer

The best open source alternative to TeamViewer is DWService. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to TeamViewer and many of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to TeamViewer are RustDesk, UltraVNC, TightVNC and Remmina.

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  1. 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 TeamViewer

     
    Comments about DWService as an Alternative to TeamViewer
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive •Dec 26, 2017
    13

    DWService is much lighter, able to use even without installation, more options, web UI, also it is open source!

    al huber
    •Nov 25, 2021
    1

    Sounds great at first glance. But as always, there is a catch. Yes, the software is open source, but limited in bandwidth, if you want more speed you have to subscribe. And that can cost up to 100 € for 50 Mbps maximum bandwidth per month, 1200,- € or 1346,49 $ per year. Then better use a professional solution like Teamviewer or Anydesk.

    tuqueque
    Positive •Mar 8, 2021
    2

    It's open source, free and more privacy respecting than the commercial counterparts.

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    • Almost everyone thinks DWService is a great TeamViewer alternative.

    • DWService is the most popular Open Source alternative to TeamViewer.

    • DWService is Freemium and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • DWService is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
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    RustDesk

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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
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    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 TeamViewer

     
    Comments about RustDesk as an Alternative to TeamViewer
    Top Positive Comment
    Robert L.
    Jul 6, 2023
    0

    Totally free, user friendly and easy to use. I think in basic it has the same functionalities.

    Most Recent Comment
    Greg Sweats
    Positive •Oct 15, 2024
    0

    RustDesk is open source and actually great! Interface is super easy, like Team Viewer. Performance is from my laptop to my TV computer, currently using built-in WiFi N getting around 2 MBps .

    timint
    Positive •Aug 26, 2024
    0

    Finally something cross-platform that takes TeamViewer by storm! Absolutely awesome!

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    • Almost everyone thinks RustDesk is a great TeamViewer alternative.

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

    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • RustDesk is Lightweight and Privacy focusedTeamViewer is not according to our users
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    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 TeamViewer

     
    Comments about UltraVNC as an Alternative to TeamViewer
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    Aug 6, 2020
    0

    Because it has a good user interface and does pretty much anything tv doess

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    Jul 1, 2019
    14

    Have to manually open ports/redirect firewall. Extra alternate software/hardware modification required.

    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Negative •Oct 4, 2024
    0

    UltraVNC is nice to connect to hosts while on the same network. However, you are unable to tell your parents to install this and connect to them.

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    • Most users think UltraVNC is a great TeamViewer alternative.

    • UltraVNC is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • UltraVNC is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
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    TightVNC

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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

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    Comments about TightVNC as an Alternative to TeamViewer
    Top Positive Comment
    ChaosDrop
    Apr 21, 2017
    13

    For users who know what they are doing TightVNC is a great way to control systems remotely.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    Oct 20, 2016
    32

    TightVNC requires server configuration and port forwarding. Too complicated for the average remote client who uses Team Viewer for remote support.

    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Negative •Jul 1, 2019
    7

    Have to manually open ports/redirect firewall. Extra alternate software/hardware modification required.

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    • Most users think TightVNC is a great TeamViewer alternative.

    • TightVNC is Free Personal and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • TightVNC is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
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    Remmina

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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 TeamViewer

     
    Comments about Remmina as an Alternative to TeamViewer
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    Dec 27, 2017
    7

    it is easy to connect to virtual computers very nice

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    Jun 6, 2018
    17

    Remmina is a great RDP or VNC client. These are already listed as remote desktop technologies. Let's be clear the main advantage of TeamViewer (and LogMeIn) is that the remote computer only needs an Internet connection. No port forwarding required.

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    Guest
    Positive •Sep 24, 2020
    0

    very good. best from teamviewer

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    • Most users think Remmina is a great TeamViewer alternative.

    • Remmina is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
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    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 TeamViewer

     
    Comments about X2Go as an Alternative to TeamViewer
    Most Recent Comment
    hansolo1988
    Positive •May 29, 2017
    6

    Very good if you're in Linux to Linux use cases.

    elrey741
    Positive •Mar 1, 2020
    2

    Really awesome for Linux users to remotely connect to their computers through a secure connection. Allows for transmission of audio from the client, and works really well even with slow connections. To summarize: secure by default (because using ssh), good even in low latency, good for presentations, and best alternative to RDP for linux users.

    Guest
    Positive •Sep 26, 2018
    3

    Works remarkably good and it has sound as well.

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    • Most users think X2Go is a great TeamViewer alternative.

    • X2Go is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
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    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
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    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 TeamViewer

     
    Comments about MeshCentral as an Alternative to TeamViewer
    Top Positive Comment
    open_s
    Apr 1, 2020
    3

    It's the best open source alternative. It doesn't require port forwarding on client side. Just send the client the file and they press connect. That's it.

    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive •Oct 5, 2021
    1

    No uncontrolled outages, no third party reliance - perfect security. 2FA with authenticator app.

    Guest
    Positive •Jan 8, 2021
    0

    I like the privacy of your own server!

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    • Almost everyone thinks MeshCentral is a great TeamViewer alternative.

    • MeshCentral is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
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