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AnyDesk alternatives
AnyDesk compared with 10 alternatives: TeamViewer, RustDesk, Splashtop, Chrome Remote Desktop, RemotePC and 5 more.
AnyDesk's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 9 of the 10 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
10 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 18, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| AnyDeskThis tool | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| TeamViewer | Free plan · from $619.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| RustDesk | Free plan · from $11.88/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Splashtop | Free plan · from $23.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Chrome Remote Desktop | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| RemotePC | Free trial · from $2.46/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Getscreen.me | Free plan · from $4.17/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Android, Browser extension |
| LogMeIn Resolve | Free plan · from $23/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Parsec | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| RealVNC Connect | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Remote Utilities | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from AnyDesk
- Free plan · from $619.99/yr
TeamViewer
Remote access and IT support, free for personal use only
- Only TeamViewer lists a web app.
- TeamViewer is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Helping friends and family with computer problems at no cost
- Free plan · from $11.88/mo
RustDesk
Open-source remote desktop you can run on your own server
- Only RustDesk lists a web app.
- RustDesk is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: People who want a free remote desktop app for their own computers
- Free plan · from $23.99/yr
Splashtop
Remote access to your own computers, plus separate IT support plans
Suits: Reaching a home computer from the couch at no cost, or from anywhere for a small yearly fee
- Free
Chrome Remote Desktop
Google's free remote access to your own computers from a browser
- Only Chrome Remote Desktop lists a web app.
- Only Chrome Remote Desktop lists a browser extension.
- AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Reaching a home or work computer from a phone, tablet or another computer at no cost
- Free trial · from $2.46/mo
RemotePC
Low-cost remote access to your own computers, from IDrive
- AnyDesk has a free plan. RemotePC does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only RemotePC lists a web app.
- AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- RemotePC also covers screen recording.
Suits: Individuals reaching one home or office computer for a few dollars a year
- Free plan · from $4.17/mo
Getscreen.me
Browser-based remote access for IT teams, with a free two-device plan
- Only Getscreen.me lists a web app.
- Only Getscreen.me lists a browser extension.
- Only AnyDesk lists an iOS app.
- Getscreen.me can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: IT teams supporting staff or clients from a browser, without installing a viewer
- Free plan · from $23/mo
LogMeIn Resolve
Remote support and device management for IT teams, by endpoint
- Only LogMeIn Resolve lists a web app.
- Only AnyDesk lists a Linux app.
- AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- LogMeIn Resolve also covers help desk.
Suits: Small IT departments that want remote access, patching and tickets in one tool
- Free plan · from $8.33/mo
Parsec
Low-latency remote desktop for games and creative work
- Only Parsec lists a web app.
- Only AnyDesk lists an iOS app.
- AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Playing games on a home PC from another computer or an Android device
- Free plan
RealVNC Connect
Remote access from the makers of VNC, with end-to-end encryption
- RealVNC Connect is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Reaching your own Windows, Mac or Linux computers from a phone or tablet
- Free plan
Remote Utilities
Remote administration tool with a self-hosted server option
Suits: System administrators managing many Windows, Mac and Linux machines
Limits worth knowing in AnyDesk
- AnyDesk's website answered automated readers with a bot check, so no prices could be read; its help center sends buyers to the pricing page or the my.anydesk portal for figures.
- The free version is for personal use only; any outgoing connection for commercial use needs a paid licence.
- Standard includes 20 users but only one simultaneous outgoing connection; more are add-ons.
- On-premises hosting is only on the Ultimate licence, which is quoted by sales.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to AnyDesk?
The alternatives to AnyDesk in this directory are TeamViewer, RustDesk, Splashtop, Chrome Remote Desktop, RemotePC, Getscreen.me, LogMeIn Resolve, Parsec, RealVNC Connect and Remote Utilities. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with AnyDesk.
Is there a free alternative to AnyDesk?
Yes. Chrome Remote Desktop is free to use. TeamViewer, RustDesk, Splashtop, Getscreen.me, LogMeIn Resolve, Parsec, RealVNC Connect and Remote Utilities have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to AnyDesk?
RustDesk is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Oct 18, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.