X2Go Alternatives for Mac

There are many alternatives to X2Go for Mac if you are looking for a replacement. The best Mac alternative is TeamViewer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try RustDesk or Chrome Remote Desktop. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to X2Go and many of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to X2Go are AnyDesk, DWService, NoMachine and MeshCentral.

X2Go alternatives are mainly Remote Desktop Tools but may also be Virtualization Tools. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of X2Go.

X2Go

Free • Open Source
Remote Desktop Tool

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

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TeamViewer
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Free Personal • Proprietary
Remote Desktop Tool
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141 TeamViewer alternatives
TeamViewer lets you establish a connection to any PC or server within just a few seconds. You can remote control the PC of your partner as if you were sitting right in front of it.
- - TeamViewer is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to X2Go.
- - TeamViewer is the most popular free alternative to X2Go.
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TeamViewer Features
1. Support for Multiple MonitorsTeamViewer supports the use of multiple displays.
2. Unattended AccessTeamViewer can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
3. Screen SharingYou can use TeamViewer to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
4. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in TeamViewer simultaneously.
5. PortableTeamViewer can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
6. User Session RecordingTeamViewer can record user sessions to gain a real understanding of how users interact with a website.
7. Dark ModeTeamViewer supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
8. Desktop SharingTeamViewer enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
9. Wi-Fi SharingTeamViewer can help you quickly share your Wi-Fi with your friends and colleagues.
PC Remote access
Support for Remote Control
Remote Reboot
Audio Calling
No port forwarding required
Web tool
Drag and Drop
Free API
Network Access Translation
Remote Printing
Comments about TeamViewer as a Alternative to X2Go
This alternative is disputed. TeamViewer is still a legitimate X2Go alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.
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x2go uses ssh to open sessions in remote pc
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RustDesk
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Free • Open Source
Remote Desktop Tool
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F-Droid
114 RustDesk alternatives
The open source alternative to TeamViewer and AnyDesk. Display and control your PC and Android devices from anywhere at anytime. Works out of the box, no configuration required. You have full control of your data, with no concerns about security.
- - RustDesk is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to X2Go.
- - RustDesk is the most popular Open Source alternative to X2Go.
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RustDesk Features
1. Unattended AccessRustDesk can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
2. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in RustDesk without registration.
3. End-to-End EncryptionRustDesk has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
4. Screen SharingYou can use RustDesk to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
5. LightweightRustDesk consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
6. Desktop SharingRustDesk enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
7. Ad-freeRustDesk doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
8. PortableRustDesk can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
9. Privacy focusedRustDesk is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
Low Latency
Stream audio
FOSS
Support for Multiple Monitors
Real time collaboration
Dark Mode
AnyDesk
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139 AnyDesk alternatives
AnyDesk offers a fast, intuitive and security-focused way to connect to remote computers. With a bevy of features and lightweight design that works across multiple desktop and mobile platforms, it's powerful enough for enterprises but easy enough for personal and home office...
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AnyDesk Features
1. Unattended AccessAnyDesk can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
2. LightweightAnyDesk consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
3. Support for AliasesAnyDesk supports aliases, so you can receive email without exposing your main email address
4. Screen SharingYou can use AnyDesk to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
5. PortableAnyDesk can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
6. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in AnyDesk simultaneously.
7. Two-factor AuthenticationAnyDesk supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
8. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in AnyDesk without registration.
Low Latency
No installation required
Integrated File Sharing
Remote Support
Quick connection
Record desktop activity
Bidirectional sync
Low bandwidth usage
Remote Printing
Voice messages
Chrome Remote Desktop
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Remote Desktop Tool
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Google Chrome
96 Chrome Remote Desktop alternatives
Chrome Remote Desktop allows users to remotely access another computer through Chrome browser or a Chromebook. Computers can be made available on an short-term basis for scenarios such as ad hoc remote support, or on a more long-term basis for remote access to your applications...
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Chrome Remote Desktop Features
Proxy support
Remote Support
Built-in terminal emulation
Integrated File Sharing
Save web page for offline use
Trust Level system
DWService
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Remote Desktop Tool
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108 DWService alternatives
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.
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DWService Features
1. Ad-freeDWService doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. Unattended AccessDWService can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
3. Two-factor AuthenticationDWService supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
4. LightweightDWService consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Runs in browser
Multiplatform
Remote terminal
Remote File Access
Remote shell
Python-based
Port Forwarding
Remote monitoring
Resource management
Remote Support
NoMachine
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Freemium • Proprietary
Remote Desktop Tool
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122 NoMachine alternatives
NoMachine NX is an enterprise-class solution for secure remote access, desktop virtualization, and hosted desktop deployment built around the self-designed and self-developed NX suite of components. Thanks to its outstanding compression, session resilience and resource...
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NoMachine Features
1. Ad-freeNoMachine doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in NoMachine without registration.
3. Desktop SharingNoMachine enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
4. Controller SupportNoMachine supports the use of a controller (XBOX, PlayStation, etc.).
Remote Desktop Server
Low Latency
Media Streaming
Integrated File Sharing
VNC Support
Record desktop activity
KVM over IP
X server
RDP
Clustering
MeshCentral
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Free • Open Source
Remote Desktop Tool
Mac
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Self-Hosted
Raspberry Pi
Node.JS
npm
44 MeshCentral alternatives
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.
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MeshCentral Features
1. Unattended AccessMeshCentral can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
2. Support for Multiple MonitorsMeshCentral supports the use of multiple displays.
3. Two-factor AuthenticationMeshCentral supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
4. Screen SharingYou can use MeshCentral to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
5. Wake on LANMeshCentral can switch on your offline remote computers through the local network from anywhere.
6. Desktop SharingMeshCentral enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
No port forwarding required
Remote File Access
Remote Reboot
Remote Desktop Server
Remote Management
Remote terminal
Ssh tunnel
WebRTC
Self-hosted
Support for Remote Control
HopToDesk
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Free • Open Source
Remote Desktop Tool
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Chrome OS
Manjaro Linux
Fedora
Debian
18 HopToDesk alternatives
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...
- - HopToDesk is the most popular Web-based alternative to X2Go.
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HopToDesk Features
1. Ad-freeHopToDesk doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. LightweightHopToDesk consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
3. Unattended AccessHopToDesk can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
4. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in HopToDesk without registration.
5. Screen SharingYou can use HopToDesk to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
6. Desktop SharingHopToDesk enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
7. End-to-End EncryptionHopToDesk has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
8. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in HopToDesk simultaneously.
9. Two-factor AuthenticationHopToDesk supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
Remote File Access
No installation required
Remote Work
Microsoft Remote Desktop
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Free • Proprietary
Remote Desktop Tool
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Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
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61 Microsoft Remote Desktop alternatives
Use Microsoft Remote Desktop for Android to connect to a remote PC or virtual apps and desktops made available by your admin. With Microsoft Remote Desktop, you can be productive no matter where you are.
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Microsoft Remote Desktop Features
Remote Printing
Built-in File Manager
Thincast Client
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Remote Desktop Tool
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139 Thincast Client alternatives
Thincast Client turns your computer into a fully Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) Client, making it easy to connect remotely to your company's infrastructure. Using the Remote Desktop (RD) WebAccess Client you gain easy access to and control of published virtual machines (with...
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Thincast Client Features
1. Support for Multiple MonitorsThincast Client supports the use of multiple displays.
2. PortableThincast Client can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
3. Screen SharingYou can use Thincast Client to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
4. Desktop SharingThincast Client enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
Low Latency
RDP
Integrated File Sharing
Remote gaming
VNC Support
Remote Support
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MSP360 Remote Desktop
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106 MSP360 Remote Desktop alternatives
MSP360 Remote Desktop is a software for remote control and desktop sharing. The solution is designed to quickly and securely access and control a remote desktop or server computer over the Internet.
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MSP360 Remote Desktop Features
1. Unattended AccessMSP360 Remote Desktop can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
2. Desktop SharingMSP360 Remote Desktop enables you to share your screen with other people in the same office or working remotely.
3. Ad-freeMSP360 Remote Desktop doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
4. AES-256 EncryptionMSP360 Remote Desktop has AES-256 Encryption, i.e. very strong security.
PC Remote access
Encrypted Connection
Voice Chat
Integrated File Sharing
Xpra
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Free • Open Source
Remote Desktop Tool
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Linux
8 Xpra alternatives
Xpra is 'screen for X': it allows you to run X programs, usually on a remote host, direct their display to your local machine, and then to disconnect from these programs and reconnect from the same or another machine, without losing any state.
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Works great for running applications remotly. Very stable and fast.
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