Xrdp Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Xrdp for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux 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 50 alternatives to Xrdp and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Xrdp are AnyDesk, DWService, NoMachine and RealVNC.

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Xrdp alternatives are mainly Remote Desktop Tools but may also be Help Desk Platforms or Web Conferencing Tools.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Xrdp.
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xrdp provides a graphical login to remote machines using Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). xrdp accepts connections from a variety of RDP clients:

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Xrdp alternatives page was last updated Sep 9, 2024
  1. TeamViewer icon
     3099 likes

    Connect remotely to PCs or servers securely in seconds. TeamViewer offers remote control with VoIP, webcam & app selection for efficient global teamwork. Maintain privacy with peer-to-peer connections. Ideal for support, collaboration, and accessible communication.

    47 TeamViewer alternatives
    TeamViewer screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free PersonalProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • Raspberry Pi

    Top TeamViewer Features

    1.  PC Remote access
    2.  Support for Remote Control
    3.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    4.  Remote Reboot
    5.  Unattended Access
    6.  Screen Sharing
    7.  Desktop Sharing
    8.  Real time collaboration
    9.  Portable
    10.  User Session Recording
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Wi-Fi Sharing
    TeamViewer iconXrdp Icon

    TeamViewer VS Xrdp

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

    • TeamViewer is the most popular free alternative to Xrdp.

    • TeamViewer is Free Personal and ProprietaryXrdp is Free and Open Source
  2. RustDesk icon
     211 likes

    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.

    120 RustDesk alternatives
    RustDesk screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    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 iconXrdp Icon

    RustDesk VS Xrdp

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

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

    • RustDesk is Freemium and Open SourceXrdp is Free and Open Source
    • RustDesk is Lightweight and Privacy focusedXrdp is not according to our users
  3. AnyDesk icon
     418 likes

    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.

    140 AnyDesk alternatives
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    License model

    • Free PersonalProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • BSD
    • Apple TV
    • Raspberry Pi

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Unattended Access
    2.  Low Latency
    3.  No installation required
    4.  Integrated File Sharing
    5.  Remote Support
    6.  Quick connection
    7.  Screen Sharing
    8.  Support for Aliases
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Ad-free
    12.  Portable
    AnyDesk iconXrdp Icon

    AnyDesk VS Xrdp

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  4. Chrome Remote Desktop icon
     394 likes

    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...

    97 Chrome Remote Desktop alternatives
    Chrome Remote Desktop screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Remote Support
    2.  Proxy support
    3.  Built-in terminal emulation
    4.  Integrated File Sharing
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Desktop Sharing
    7.  Screen Sharing
    8.  Trust Level system
    9.  Save web page for offline use
    Chrome Remote Desktop iconXrdp Icon

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  5. DWService icon
     93 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.

    109 DWService alternatives
    It allows you to fully control the remote system by displaying its screen and allowing cursor control and keyboard input

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi

    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 iconXrdp Icon

    DWService VS Xrdp

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  6. NoMachine icon
     117 likes

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

    123 NoMachine alternatives
    NoMachine screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    Top NoMachine Features

    1.  Remote Desktop Server
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Low Latency
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Media Streaming
    6.  Desktop Sharing
    7.  Controller Support
    8.  Record desktop activity
    9.  Integrated File Sharing
    10.  VNC Support
    11.  X server
    12.  KVM over IP
    NoMachine iconXrdp Icon

    NoMachine VS Xrdp

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  7. RealVNC icon
     143 likes

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

    111 RealVNC alternatives
    RealVNC screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    RealVNC Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  VNC Viewer
    4.  VNC Support
    5.  SSH
    6.  VNC Server
    7.  Works behind firewalls
    RealVNC iconXrdp Icon

    RealVNC VS Xrdp

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  8. X2Go icon
     72 likes

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

    43 X2Go alternatives
    X2Go screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD

    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 iconXrdp Icon

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  9. Remotely icon
     26 likes

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

    117 Remotely alternatives
    List of remote hosts that can be controlled (unattended or attended).

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted

    Remotely Features

    1.  Remote Support
    2.  Unattended Access
    3.  Runs in browser
    4.  Low Latency
    Remotely iconXrdp Icon

    Remotely VS Xrdp

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  10. Apache Guacamole icon
     43 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.

    64 Apache Guacamole alternatives
    Apache Guacamole screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron

    Apache Guacamole Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Two-factor Authentication
    3.  Clientless Remote Connection
    4.  Browser-based
    5.  Role-based security access
    6.  User Management
    7.  Dockerized
    8.  Web-Based
    9.  VNC Viewer
    10.  VNC Support
    Apache Guacamole iconXrdp Icon

    Apache Guacamole VS Xrdp

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    Comments about Apache Guacamole as an Alternative to Xrdp
     
    Guest

    Xrdp is a server, Guacamole is a client.

    Negative commentApr 2, 2016
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    • Apache Guacamole is Free and Open SourceXrdp is also Free and Open Source
  11. TigerVNC icon
     78 likes

    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.

    72 TigerVNC alternatives
    Viewer Interface

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD

    TigerVNC Features

    1.  Raspberry Pi Development
    2.  Integrated File Sharing
    3.  VNC Support
    4.  VNC Viewer
    5.  VNC Server
    TigerVNC iconXrdp Icon

    TigerVNC VS Xrdp

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  12. Connections icon
     3 likes

    Connections allows you to connect to and use other desktops. This can be a great way to access content or software on a different desktop operating system. It can also be used as a way to provide support to users who might need help.

    138 Connections alternatives
    Connections screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • GNOME

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  VNC Support
    2.  RDP
    3.  Remote Support
    Connections iconXrdp Icon

    Connections VS Xrdp

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