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LiteManager alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded LiteManager alternative is UltraVNC (2.6 GPA). It's also the best free one.
LiteManager compared with 5 alternatives: UltraVNC, Remote Utilities, AnyDesk, TeamViewer and RemotePC.
LiteManager has a free plan. Paid plans start at $10 per controlled computer, one-time license. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| LiteManagerThis tool | Free plan · from $10 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| UltraVNC | Free | Free | Windows |
| Remote Utilities | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| AnyDesk | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| TeamViewer | Free plan · from $619.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| RemotePC | Free trial · from $2.46/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from LiteManager
UltraVNC
Free open-source VNC remote control for Windows computers
- UltraVNC is free.
- UltraVNC lists no macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps, which LiteManager has.
- UltraVNC is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Windows administrators who want a free VNC server and viewer
Remote Utilities
Remote administration tool with a self-hosted server option
- Remote Utilities is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Remote Utilities does not cover file sharing, which LiteManager does.
Suits: System administrators managing many Windows, Mac and Linux machines
AnyDesk
Remote desktop app, free for personal use, licensed for business
- AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- AnyDesk does not cover file sharing, which LiteManager does.
Suits: Reaching your own home or work computer at no cost for personal use
TeamViewer
Remote access and IT support, free for personal use only
- TeamViewer starts at $619.99 per year (Business, as an in-app purchase on the US App Store).
- TeamViewer also lists a web app.
- TeamViewer is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- TeamViewer does not cover file sharing, which LiteManager does.
Suits: Helping friends and family with computer problems at no cost
RemotePC
Low-cost remote access to your own computers, from IDrive
- RemotePC starts at $2.46 per month billed annually at renewal, after a first year at $1.84 a month.
- RemotePC has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike LiteManager.
- RemotePC also lists a web app.
- RemotePC also covers screen recording.
- RemotePC does not cover file sharing, which LiteManager does.
Suits: Individuals reaching one home or office computer for a few dollars a year
Limits worth knowing in LiteManager
- The Server module must be licensed on each controlled computer, so the Pro price grows with the number of machines.
- The site says antivirus programs may flag LiteManager as a potentially unsafe program because it gives unattended access.
- Prices are paid through payment links, and the buy page says amounts convert at the current ruble exchange rate.
- The buy page says no refund is given because the product has a 30-day trial.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to LiteManager?
The alternatives to LiteManager in this directory are UltraVNC, Remote Utilities, AnyDesk, TeamViewer and RemotePC. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with LiteManager.
Is there a free alternative to LiteManager?
Yes. UltraVNC is free to use. Remote Utilities, AnyDesk and TeamViewer have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to LiteManager?
UltraVNC is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.