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DeskIn vs ShowMyPC
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.
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DeskIn offers personal remote access with a free tier and paid plans supporting up to 100 managed devices. Organizations can use additional administration and integration features, while cancellation has specific conditions.
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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.
Visit ShowMyPCThe facts
| DeskIn | ShowMyPC | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Remote Access — 2 PCs: $5 a month |
| Plans published | 7 | 4 |
| Maker | DeskIn | ShowMyPC |
| Website | deskin.io | showmypc.com |
| On remote desktop software | #16 of 135 | #20 of 135 |
DeskIn: what it does well
- Free personal plan supports three managed devices.
- Personal paid plans support 100 managed devices.
- File transfer and session recording are listed.
- Enterprise includes device groups and access policies.
- Enterprise trial lasts seven days.
What to know first
- Free plan is for personal use only.
- Cancellation requires premium services to be unused.
- Cancellation is limited to seven days after billing starts.
- Enterprise Standard and High Performance list five managed devices.
ShowMyPC: what it does well
- Supports Windows, Mac, Linux, mobile devices and browsers.
- Includes file transfer and session recording.
- Free plan and 14-day trial are listed.
- Plans cover 2, 10 or 20 PCs.
What to know first
- The listed managed-device count is 2.
- Remote Access — Select lists Windows support.
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