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Dayon! vs Mocha Remote Desktop
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.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Dayon! combines attended remote viewing and control with transfer and chat options across three desktop platforms. Its client connection simplifies setup, while token-server storage and the optional self-hosted alternative are important privacy details.
Visit Dayon! Free plan AndroidiPhone
Mocha Remote Desktop offers mobile RDP access with authentication, encryption, and external-input support. Check the Windows compatibility list and the unusual one-time payment wording before choosing a plan.
Visit Mocha Remote DesktopThe facts
| Dayon! | Mocha Remote Desktop | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Dayon! | Not published |
| Website | retgal.github.io | mochasoft.dk |
| On remote desktop software | #68 of 135 | #72 of 135 |
Dayon!: what it does well
- Free GPL-licensed software
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- No firewall, router, or NAT setup on client
- Clipboard and file transfer supported
- Jitsi meeting can start from a session
What to know first
- Remote control is off by default
- Default token server stores IP addresses up to seven days
- macOS may require Java JRE 11 or newer
Mocha Remote Desktop: what it does well
- Uses standard Remote Desktop Protocol
- Supports Network Level Authentication
- 128-bit encryption stated
- Supports external keyboards, mice, and trackpads
- Lifetime free upgrades included
What to know first
- Windows Home editions are unsupported
- Windows 2000 servers are unsupported
- Lite sessions limited to five minutes
- Paid listings use one-time billing descriptions
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