UltraVNC Alternatives for Linux

UltraVNC is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try TeamViewer or RustDesk. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to UltraVNC and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to UltraVNC are Remmina, Bananas Screen Sharing, RealVNC and NoMachine.

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UltraVNC alternatives are mainly Remote Desktop Tools, but if you're looking for Web Conferencing Tools or SSH Clients you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows, iPhone, Windows + Free, Linux, Mac, Android and iPad. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to UltraVNC.
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  1. TeamViewer icon

    TeamViewer

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    Remotely access and control any PC or server in seconds with secure encrypted connections, fast setup, file transfers, VoIP voice, webcam integration, multi-platform compatibility, and application selection, making support and collaboration seamless and efficient.

    59 TeamViewer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • Raspberry Pi
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    Team Viewer requires installing a TeamViewer add on, but UltraVNC plays with whatever VNC server you have.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think TeamViewer is a great UltraVNC alternative, some don't.

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

    • TeamViewer is the most popular free alternative to UltraVNC.

    • TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietaryUltraVNC is Free and Open Source
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    RustDesk

     271 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.

    129 RustDesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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    • RustDesk is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to UltraVNC.

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

    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceUltraVNC is Free and Open Source
    • RustDesk is Privacy focusedUltraVNC is not according to our users
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    AnyDesk

     431 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.

    148 AnyDesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • FreeBSD
    • Raspberry Pi
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    AnyDesk is far faster than UltraVNC. Both in terms of encoding and framerates.

    Anydesk also captures sound and can send keys all keystrokes directly to the server.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks AnyDesk is a great UltraVNC alternative.

    • AnyDesk is Free Personal and ProprietaryUltraVNC is Free and Open Source
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    Remmina

     226 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.

    144 Remmina alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  7. Bananas Screen Sharing icon

    Bananas Screen Sharing

     18 likes
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    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.

    55 Bananas Screen Sharing alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  8. RealVNC icon

    RealVNC

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    Secure, cost-effective remote access and support for your computer, from your desktop or mobile device.

    119 RealVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
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    NoMachine

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    Access remote computers easily with enterprise-class speed and features supporting any content including audio and video.

    132 NoMachine alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Raspberry Pi
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    HopToDesk

     27 likes
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    HopToDesk is a Remote Desktop Software that focuses on privacy and security. Allowing users to connect and control any device from anywhere. HopToDesk with its frictionless application is perfect for enterprises with work-from-home employees or the personal user who wants to...

    21 HopToDesk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  13. TigerVNC icon

    TigerVNC

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    TigerVNC is an advanced VNC implementation. It is based on the fourth generation of VNC. TigerVNC also includes features from the TightVNC and TurboVNC projects. This includes accelerated JPEG compression. TigerVNC supports the latest X.Org X server.

    77 TigerVNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    Remotely

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

    127 Remotely alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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    On-Premise currently only supports Windows & Ubuntu variant distributions but source-code is readily available.

    Includes convenient ~200mb client installer & branding customization features.

    Project is on hiatus as of about a month ago (Aug 23, 2021) due to change in dev personal living arrangements.

    Heavily recommend supporting this one and all his endeavors, this sort of thing only comes around once in a blue moon!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Remotely is Free and Open SourceUltraVNC is also Free and Open Source
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    Kasm Workspaces

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    Kasm Workspaces is a container streaming platform for delivering browser, desktop and application workloads to the web browser.

    24 Kasm Workspaces alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Ubuntu Jammy Desktop and Control Panel
     

    • Kasm Workspaces is the most popular SaaS alternative to UltraVNC.

    • Kasm Workspaces is Free Personal and ProprietaryUltraVNC is Free and Open Source
    • Kasm Workspaces is Privacy focusedUltraVNC is not according to our users
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