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Self-hosted alternatives to Citrix DaaS

The Citrix DaaS listing does not say it can be self-hosted. 18 of the 85 other remote desktop apps in this directory can be self-hosted, according to their own sites.

Citrix DaaS's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 14 of them are free or have a free plan.

18 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

The 12 closest to Citrix DaaS

  1. Tactical RMM

    Source-available RMM with remote control, scripting and patching

    • Tactical RMM has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists an Android app.
    • Tactical RMM is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Tactical RMM also covers reports.
    Tactical RMM pricing and details

  2. Getscreen.me

    Browser-based remote access for IT teams, with a free two-device plan

    • Getscreen.me has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only Getscreen.me lists a browser extension.
    • Getscreen.me is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Getscreen.me can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Getscreen.me pricing and details

  3. AnyDesk

    Remote desktop app, free for personal use, licensed for business

    • AnyDesk has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only AnyDesk lists an iOS app.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists a web app.
    • AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    AnyDesk pricing and details

  4. Splashtop

    Remote access to your own computers, plus separate IT support plans

    • Splashtop has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only Splashtop lists an iOS app.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists a web app.
    • Splashtop is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    Splashtop pricing and details

  5. RustDesk

    Open-source remote desktop you can run on your own server

    • RustDesk has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only RustDesk lists an iOS app.
    • RustDesk is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Citrix DaaS also covers workflow automation.
    RustDesk pricing and details

  6. ScreenConnect

    Remote support for IT teams and MSPs, priced per concurrent technician

    • Only ScreenConnect lists an iOS app.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists a web app.
    • ScreenConnect is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Citrix DaaS also covers workflow automation.
    ScreenConnect pricing and details

  7. Remote Utilities

    Remote administration tool with a self-hosted server option

    • Remote Utilities has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only Remote Utilities lists an iOS app.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists a web app.
    • Remote Utilities is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    Remote Utilities pricing and details

  8. NoMachine

    Self-hosted remote desktop sold as yearly server subscriptions

    • Only NoMachine lists an iOS app.
    • NoMachine is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Citrix DaaS also covers workflow automation.
    NoMachine pricing and details

  9. SolarWinds Dameware

    Remote support software for IT teams, sold as three products

    • Only SolarWinds Dameware lists an iOS app.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists a web app.
    • SolarWinds Dameware is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Citrix DaaS also covers workflow automation.
    SolarWinds Dameware pricing and details

  10. UltraVNC

    Free open-source VNC remote control for Windows computers

    • UltraVNC has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists a web app.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists macOS, Linux and Android apps.
    • UltraVNC is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    UltraVNC pricing and details

  11. Apache Guacamole

    Open-source clientless remote desktop gateway

    • Apache Guacamole has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists Windows, macOS, Linux and Android apps.
    • Apache Guacamole is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Citrix DaaS also covers workflow automation.
    Apache Guacamole pricing and details

  12. MeshCentral

    Self-hosted open-source remote device management site

    • MeshCentral has a free plan. Citrix DaaS does not.
    • Only Citrix DaaS lists an Android app.
    • MeshCentral is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Citrix DaaS also covers workflow automation.
    MeshCentral pricing and details

6 more that can be self-hosted

All 18 in one table

Common questions

Is there a self-hosted alternative to Citrix DaaS?

Yes. Tactical RMM, Getscreen.me, AnyDesk, Splashtop, RustDesk, ScreenConnect, Remote Utilities, NoMachine and 10 more can be self-hosted, according to their own sites.

Can Citrix DaaS be self-hosted?

The Citrix DaaS listing does not say it can be self-hosted. The listing was checked on Nov 13, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these remote desktop apps are free?

Tactical RMM, Getscreen.me, AnyDesk, Splashtop, RustDesk, Remote Utilities, UltraVNC, Apache Guacamole and 6 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to Citrix DaaS: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.