Win2VNC AlternativesMouse Sharing Utilities and other similar apps like Win2VNC

Win2VNC is described as 'This program will let you use two screens on two different computers as if they were connected to the same computer. It even works between different operating systems' and is a Mouse Sharing utility in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Win2VNC for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iPhone apps. The best Win2VNC alternative is Barrier, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Win2VNC are Synergy, Spacedesk, Input Leap and Mouse without Borders.

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  1. Barrier icon

    Barrier

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    Barrier is a cross-platform software utility for sharing your mouse and keyboard between multiple computers on your desk. It was forked from Synergy version 1.9's codebase.

    17 Barrier alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • FreeBSD
    • OpenBSD
    Barrier screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    The Barrier project has been unmaintained for a year and a half now, and efforts to continue developing the project have continued in this repo: https://github.com/input-leap/input-leapMore details can be found here: https://github.com/input-leap/input-leap/issues/1414

    Barrier Features

    1.  Mouse Sharing
    2.  Keyboard Sharing
    3.  Share Clipboard
    4.  SSL encryption
    5.  Copy & paste actions
    6.  Virtual KVM Switch
    7.  Cross-Platform
    8.  Preconfigurable auto-connect
    9.  Wayland Support
    10.  Drag and Drop

    Barrier VS Win2VNC

     

    • Barrier is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Win2VNC.

    • Barrier is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Win2VNC.

    • Barrier is Free and Open SourceWin2VNC is also Free and Open Source
  2. Synergy icon

    Synergy

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    Synergy combines your desktop devices together in to one cohesive experience. It's software for sharing your mouse and keyboard between multiple computers on your desk. It works on Windows, macOS and Linux.

    17 Synergy alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Synergy 3 Alpha

    Synergy Features

    1.  Share Clipboard
    2.  Virtual KVM Switch
    3.  KVM over IP
    4.  Preconfigurable auto-connect
    5.  Drag and Drop
    6.  SSL encryption
    7.  Copy & paste actions
    8.  Two-way sharing

    Synergy VS Win2VNC

     

    • Synergy is the most popular commercial alternative to Win2VNC.

    • Synergy is Paid and ProprietaryWin2VNC is Free and Open Source
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    Spacedesk

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    Utilize Spacedesk to transform any network-connected device, from Android tablets to iOS devices, into additional monitors. Requires a Windows primary machine for efficient screen sharing, perfect for office or remote collaboration.

    26 Spacedesk alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Windows Mobile
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    Spacedesk screenshot 1

    Spacedesk Features

    1.  Screen Mirroring
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    3.  Screen Extension
    4.  Desktop Sharing
    5.  Screen Sharing
    6.  Video Wall
    7.  No registration required
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Digital Signage

    Spacedesk VS Win2VNC

     

    • Spacedesk is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Win2VNC.

    • Spacedesk is Freemium and ProprietaryWin2VNC is Free and Open Source
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    Multiplicity offers a virtual KVM solution, managing several computers with one keyboard and mouse. Its remote modes enable cursor transition across monitors and centralized control. Users can transfer files, stream audio, and lo...

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    Input Leap

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    Input Leap is software that mimics the functionality of a KVM switch, which historically would allow you to use a single keyboard and mouse to control multiple computers by physically turning a dial on the box to switch the machine you're controlling at any given moment.

    17 Input Leap alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Input Leap screenshot 1

    Top Input Leap Features

    1.  Mouse Sharing
    2.  Keyboard Sharing
    3.  Virtual KVM Switch
    4.  Share Clipboard
    5.  Copy & paste actions
    6.  Cross-Platform
    7.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Preconfigurable auto-connect
    10.  Wayland Support
    11.  Drag and Drop

    Input Leap VS Win2VNC

     
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    Mouse without Borders

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    Control multiple PCs effortlessly with a single mouse and keyboard, drag-and-drop files between machines, and customize your screens with Bing images, all without extra gear.

    16 Mouse without Borders alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Mouse without Borders screenshot 1

    Mouse without Borders Features

    1.  Mouse Sharing
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    3.  Peer-To-Peer
    4.  32-bit support
    5.  Universal clipboard
    6.  Share Clipboard
    7.  Automatic Connection
    8.  Drag and Drop
    9.  Media button support

    Mouse without Borders VS Win2VNC

     
  8. Input Director icon

    Input Director

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    Input Director is a Windows application that lets you control multiple Windows systems using the keyboard/mouse attached to one computer. It is designed for folks who have two (or more) computers set up at home and find themselves regularly sliding from one system to the other.

    14 Input Director alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • AU flagAustralia

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Input Director screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Gaming-focused

    Features

    1.  Keyboard Sharing
    2.  Mouse Sharing
    3.  Macro Recording
    4.  Screen Sharing

    Input Director VS Win2VNC

     
  10. Multiplicity icon

    Multiplicity

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    Multiplicity offers a virtual KVM solution, managing several computers with one keyboard and mouse. Its remote modes enable cursor transition across monitors and centralized control. Users can transfer files, stream audio, and lock computers without extra hardware, suitable for command rooms, IT desks, and home users.

    20 Multiplicity alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Multiplicity screenshot 1

    Multiplicity Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Screen Extension
    4.  Remote Support
    5.  Virtual KVM Switch
    6.  Share Clipboard

    Multiplicity VS Win2VNC

     
  11. x2vnc (win2vnc) icon

    x2vnc (win2vnc)

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    This program will let you use two screens on two different computers as if they were connected to the same computer.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    x2vnc (win2vnc) screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    The project is no longer developed but the program is still downloadable and working

    x2vnc (win2vnc) Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  VNC Viewer

    x2vnc (win2vnc) VS Win2VNC

     
  12. Cursr icon

    Cursr

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    Cross-platform utility tool for seamless mouse, keyboard and clipboard sharing and usage in multi-display, single and multi-device setups.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Cursr running locally to map the edges of disparate monitors. This enables the pointer to move between screens anywhere along the edge - not just where the OS sees the screen edges meeting up.

    Properties

    1.  Configurable
    2.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Cross-Platform
    4.  Virtual KVM Switch
    5.  Copy & paste actions
    6.  Share Clipboard
    7.  Electron based
    8.  Preconfigurable auto-connect
    9.  Automatic Connection

    Cursr VS Win2VNC

     
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    GlideX

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    GlideX is a cross-device screen-sharing solution. Using wired or wireless connections, you can create a bigger and better work or play space. GlideX optimizes your workflow in the blink of an eye!

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • TW flagTaiwan

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    GlideX screenshot 1
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    GlideX Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    3.  Screen Sharing

    GlideX VS Win2VNC

     
  14. Mouse Broadcaster icon

    Mouse Broadcaster

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    Mouse Broadcaster is used to duplicate mouse and keyboard actions to multiple PCs on a network.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Master before starting (Automatically calculates broadcast IP).

    Mouse Broadcaster VS Win2VNC

     

  15. Remote

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    Controls multiple computers via another's keyboard and mouse.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Remote VS Win2VNC

     
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