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DWService vs Splashtop
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.
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. Consider another bandwidth tier if you need a higher maximum; the higher plans have listed limits up to 50 Mbps.
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Choose Splashtop for remote access across computers and mobile devices, with plans that cover individuals, teams, remote support and education. Solo is the entry plan at $6/month billed annually; organizations needing Enterprise controls should request customized pricing.
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| DWService | Splashtop | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Entry: $40 a year | Classroom Cloud: $29.99 a year |
| Plans published | 10 | 13 |
| Maker | DWService | Splashtop |
| Website | dwservice.net | splashtop.com |
| On remote desktop software | #1 of 135 | #4 of 135 |
DWService: what it does well
- Supports Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and web browsers.
- Offers both access modes.
- Includes file transfer.
- Provides Android mobile apps.
- Free plan has a 6 Mbps maximum bandwidth.
What to know first
- Free plan has a 6 Mbps maximum bandwidth.
- The listed facts provide no prices for plans beyond Free.
Splashtop: what it does well
- Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Chromebook, iOS and Android.
- Includes file transfer, session recording and mobile apps.
- Security features include 2FA, audit logging and end-to-end encryption.
- Pro supports up to 10 computers per license.
- Selected products offer on-premises deployment options.
What to know first
- Solo is limited to one licensed user and two computers.
- Enterprise pricing is customizable rather than listed as a fixed price.
- On-premises options apply to selected Remote Support and Enterprise products.
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