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

     99 likes

    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.

    123 DWService alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    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
     
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    DWService vs TeamViewer Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    13

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

    tuqueque
    Positive
    4

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

    al huber
    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.

    3 of 4 comments
    • DWService is Freemium and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • DWService is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
  2. RustDesk icon

    RustDesk

     305 likes

    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.

    145 RustDesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    RustDesk screenshot 1
     
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    RustDesk vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Robert L.
    0

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

    Greg Sweats
    Positive
    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
    0

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

    3 of 11 comments
    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • RustDesk is Lightweight and Privacy focusedTeamViewer is not according to our users
  4. UltraVNC icon

    UltraVNC

     279 likes

    Secure, free remote desktop access for Windows lets users control computers via LAN or internet, share screens, sync clipboards, transfer files, support IT helpdesks, provide remote demonstrations, and assist users without pre-installation using add-ons.

    117 UltraVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Server Property Page
     
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    UltraVNC vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    0

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

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    15

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

    Guest
    Negative
    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.

    3 of 7 comments
    • UltraVNC is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • UltraVNC is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
  5. TightVNC icon

    TightVNC

     264 likes

    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.

    122 TightVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Access Control
     
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    TightVNC vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    ChaosDrop
    14

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

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    33

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

    Guest
    Negative
    7

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

    3 of 7 comments
    • TightVNC is Free Personal and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • TightVNC is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
  7. Remmina icon

    Remmina

     227 likes

    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.

    157 Remmina alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Remmina screenshot 1
     
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    Remmina vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    7

    it is easy to connect to virtual computers very nice

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    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.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    very good. best from teamviewer

    3 of 7 comments
    • Remmina is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  8. X2Go icon

    X2Go

     72 likes

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

    50 X2Go alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    X2Go screenshot 1
     
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    X2Go vs TeamViewer Comments
    hansolo1988
    Positive
    6

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

    elrey741
    Positive
    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
    3

    Works remarkably good and it has sound as well.

    • X2Go is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • X2Go is LightweightTeamViewer is not according to our users
  9. MeshCentral icon

    MeshCentral

     46 likes

    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.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Node.JS
    • npm
    MeshCentral Login Page
     
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    MeshCentral vs TeamViewer Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    open_s
    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.

    Guest
    Positive
    1

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

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    I like the privacy of your own server!

    3 of 5 comments
    • MeshCentral is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  10. Apache Guacamole icon

    Apache Guacamole

     47 likes

    Guacamole is a clientless remote desktop gateway. It supports standard protocols like VNC and RDP. We call it clientless because no plugins or client software are required.

    73 Apache Guacamole alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    Apache Guacamole screenshot 1
     
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    Apache Guacamole vs TeamViewer Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -3

    Guacamole provide HTML5 remote access solution, client PC does not require any software for remote accessing the server. Administrator can also monitor / kill any connection in real time. Administrator can also assign user with particular server access.

    • Apache Guacamole is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  11. Bananas Screen Sharing icon

    Bananas Screen Sharing

     25 likes

    Bananas offers a cross-platform, peer-to-peer screen-sharing service without needing an account or server infrastructure. It uses WebRTC for secure connections, lets users collaborate with multiple cursors, and features a unique connection URL. Privacy is ensured as no data is stored.

    59 Bananas Screen Sharing alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Bananas Screen Sharing screenshot 1
     
  12. Remotely icon

    Remotely

     29 likes

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

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

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

    Aspia

     16 likes

    Aspia is a free and open source application for remote computer management.

    130 Aspia alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Aspia screenshot 1
     
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    Aspia vs TeamViewer Comments
    khat17
    Positive
    1

    Aspia is great for direct connections on the same network. It will also work for public IP connected devices, but needs no settings to be changed for local network connections.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    My purpose was to have a tool to connect to a computer in the same private network that mine so i did not want the traffic to go outside home. This makes for me aspia the best alternative from the others ones because it was the simplest to to install: no dependencies just run

    • Aspia is Free and Open SourceTeamViewer is Free Personal and Proprietary
  14. Xrdp icon

    Xrdp

     18 likes

    xrdp provides a graphical login to remote machines using Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). xrdp accepts connections from a variety of RDP clients:

    100 Xrdp alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
     
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