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Remote Desktop vs Remote Utilities
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 AndroidiPhoneLinux+2
Choose Remote Desktop if you need remote connections across several operating systems, file transfer, and session tools. The Free Plan is sized for one user and one concurrent connection; larger teams can consider plans with higher listed capacities. Buyers seeking unlimited technician and computer capacity can consider HelpDesk.
Visit Remote Desktop 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.
Visit Remote UtilitiesThe facts
| Remote Desktop | Remote Utilities | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $2.45 a year | See the plans |
| Plans published | 9 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Remote Utilities |
| Website | download.remotedesktop.com | remoteutilities.com |
| On remote desktop software | #14 of 135 | #18 of 135 |
Remote Desktop: what it does well
- Connections from Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android devices.
- Supports file transfer and session recording.
- Includes printing, multiple monitors, whiteboard, chat, sticky notes, and screen locking.
- Temporary connections can use a one-time Access ID and Key.
- Free Plan includes one user and three unattended devices.
What to know first
- Free Plan allows one concurrent connection.
- Free Plan is limited to three unattended devices.
- Enterprise administrators control file transfer across all account users, rather than by user.
Remote Utilities: what it does well
- Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- Includes file transfer and session recording.
- FREE covers 10 controlled devices.
- SITE lists unlimited concurrent users and devices.
What to know first
- STARTER is listed at $99 a month.
- SITE has no listed price.
- Paid plans are billed as one-time licenses.
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