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Remotely vs ShowMyPC
Both stand on remote support software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxMac+3
Remotely combines remote control, device scripting, alerts, and configurable recording in a self-hosted tool. Its reverse-proxy support is narrowly specified, so check that constraint against your deployment setup.
Visit Remotely Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
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
| Remotely | ShowMyPC | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Remote Access — 2 PCs: $5 a month |
| Plans published | None | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | ShowMyPC |
| Website | github.com | showmypc.com |
| On remote support software | #20 of 49 | #16 of 49 |
Remotely: what it does well
- Free and open source, with a Docker Compose server quickstart.
- Supports attended and unattended remote control.
- API can run commands, including PowerShell Core scripts.
- Recording and retention period can be configured.
- SQLite, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL are supported.
What to know first
- Caddy is the only supported reverse-proxy setup.
- A computer or laptop is described as ideal for control.
- Most API endpoints require an access token.
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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