Side by side

ConnectWise ScreenConnect vs GoToMyPC

Both stand on remote desktop software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

ConnectWise ScreenConnect

Paid AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

ScreenConnect combines multi-platform remote access with file transfer, recording, and mobile apps. Choose a plan according to session limits, unattended-agent needs, and annual billing.

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GoToMyPC offers remote access across desktop, mobile, and browser platforms, with plans distinguished by user and computer capacity. Check the displayed plan amounts and trial terms before selecting an option.

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The facts

	ConnectWise ScreenConnect	GoToMyPC
Free plan	No	A free trial
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows	Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	One: $30 a month	Corporate: $22.40 per computer a month
Plans published	4	3
Maker	ConnectWise ScreenConnect	GoToMyPC
Website	screenconnect.com	get.gotomypc.com
On remote desktop software	#101 of 135	#97 of 135

ConnectWise ScreenConnect: what it does well

Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
Includes file transfer and session recording
Mobile apps are available
14-day trial offered
Unlimited unattended agents on Standard and Premium

What to know first

No free plan
Plans are billed annually
One limits users to a single license

GoToMyPC: what it does well

Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Browser connection is listed for all three plans.
Includes file transfer and remote printing.
Lists 256-bit AES encryption and multifactor authentication.
7-day trial requires no credit card.

What to know first

No free plan.
Personal is limited to one user.
Personal covers 1–20 computers.
Plans are priced per computer each month.

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