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Best Remote Desktop Software in 2026

Remote desktop software can provide access to computers from elsewhere or support work across devices. Compare access mode and supported platforms, and check whether file transfer or session recording is included for the tasks you handle. Managed devices and mobile apps add further points of comparison, while free-plan availability and paid-from pricing help you assess cost. TeamViewer Remote, Zoho Assist, and ManageEngine Remote Access Plus are among the entries to weigh. Consider the computers and connection needs involved, then compare the listed capabilities with your use case.

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    DWService

    by DWService
    Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Choose DWService if you want remote access across desktop, mobile, and web platforms with file transfer, and the free plan’s 6 Mbps maximum bandwidth suits your needs.

    9.0 Free plan Visit site
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    GNOME Remote Desktop

    Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted

    GNOME Remote Desktop covers several Linux remote-access modes, with backend-specific limits to consider. Its security setup and network guidance matter when planning deployment.

    8.5 Open source Visit site
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    TeamViewer Remote

    by TeamViewer Remote
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    TeamViewer Remote combines remote connections with file transfer, recording, mobile access, and device controls.

    7.7 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Splashtop

    by Splashtop
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Choose Splashtop for remote access across computers and mobile devices, with plans that cover individuals, teams, remote support and education.

    7.7 Free plan · paid from $6/user/mo (annual) Visit site
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    AnyDesk

    by AnyDesk
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Choose AnyDesk if you need remote desktop access across a mix of operating systems and value file transfer or session recording.

    7.7 Free plan Visit site
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    Zoho Assist

    by Zoho Assist
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Zoho Assist combines remote access with session tools and visual guidance across a broad range of platforms.

    7.7 Free plan · paid from $10/mo (annual) · 15-day trial Visit site
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    ManageEngine Remote Access Plus

    by ManageEngine Remote Access Plus
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    Remote Access Plus offers free coverage for 10 devices and paid cloud or on-premises options. Check the stated capacity and billing term for the specific plan before choosing.

    7.7 Free plan · paid from $10/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
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    RealVNC Connect

    by RealVNC Connect
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Choose RealVNC Connect if you need remote access across its supported desktop and mobile platforms, with features such as unattended access, file transfer and session recording.

    7.7 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
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    HopToDesk

    by HopToDesk
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    HopToDesk combines remote access with device management, help desk tools, and team administration. Check the free-plan limits and device-based paid plans against your needs.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $29/mo Visit site
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    Getscreen.me

    by Getscreen.me
    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

    Choose Getscreen.me if you need browser-based remote access with session tools, Android control, or a self-hosted option.

    7.6 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
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    MeshCentral

    Free plan AndroidAPILinux+4

    Choose MeshCentral if you want free, open-source remote device management that you can self-host, with browser access and multi-user controls.

    7.6 Free plan Visit site
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    Jump Desktop

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Jump Desktop covers individual remote access as well as team administration, with enterprise identity integrations and deployment options.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $7.49/user/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Admin By Request Secure Remote Access

    by Admin By Request Secure Remote Access
    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+6

    The service covers desktop and mobile operating systems and provides a free starting tier. Check the distinct access and support seat limits before choosing a plan.

    7.6 Free plan · pricing on request Visit site
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    Remote Desktop

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Choose Remote Desktop if you need remote connections across several operating systems, file transfer, and session tools.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $9.95/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
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    Iperius Remote

    by Iperius Remote
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Iperius Remote combines remote support, administration, and collaboration tools, with paid licensing based on concurrent connections.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from €8.39/mo (annual) · 21-day trial Visit site
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    DeskIn

    by DeskIn
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    DeskIn offers personal remote access with a free tier and paid plans supporting up to 100 managed devices.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $9.90/mo Visit site
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    Amazon DCV

    Free plan APILinuxMac+3

    Choose Amazon DCV when you need to stream remote desktops or applications from cloud or data-center servers, especially for visualization workloads or multi-client sessions.

    7.6 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Remote Utilities

    by Remote Utilities
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Remote Utilities combines desktop and mobile access with file transfer and session recording. Compare each plan's device capacity and the listed billing terms; SITE's price is not shown.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $99/user · 30-day trial Visit site
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    RustDesk

    by RustDesk
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    RustDesk offers a free open-source plan alongside annually billed plans with stated user and device limits. Customized V2 also lists a charge for each additional concurrent connection.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $11.88/mo (annual) Visit site
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    ShowMyPC

    by ShowMyPC
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    ShowMyPC offers broad platform support, file transfer and session recording, with paid plans organized around PC counts. Compare those limits with the Select plan’s listed features before choosing.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $5/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    HelpWire

    by HelpWire
    Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1

    HelpWire covers remote support and unattended access with a client portal and team permissions. Its free limits and early-access status matter for teams assessing capacity or planning for paid use.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
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    Supremo

    by Supremo
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2

    Choose Supremo if you need remote endpoint support with file transfer, unattended access, and options for branded client distribution.

    7.5 From €7.37/mo (annual) · 21-day trial Visit site
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    dualmon

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2

    Choose dualmon if remote access, remote support, and online meetings belong in one service across desktop, mobile, and web.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $99/yr · 14-day trial Visit site
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    ToDesk

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Choose ToDesk if you need remote control across desktop and mobile platforms, or team and enterprise administration options.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
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    AweSun

    by AweSun
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1
    7.4 Free plan · 1-day trial Visit site

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