# Alternatives to AnyDesk Lightweight low-latency remote control. AnyDesk ranks #1 of 9 in Remote desktop tools, with an Alt Score of 91. It is freemium and available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android. 10 of 10 checklist rows are verified against a public source. Source: https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/anydesk/ Category: Remote desktop tools ## Where AnyDesk stands out - **Self-hostable server** — 3 of 8 apps with a verified answer have this - **Wake-on-LAN** — 3 of 6 apps with a verified answer have this ## Overview - **Who it's for**: IT support teams, MSPs, and remote workers who need to access or control computers and servers on demand. - **What you get**: A remote desktop client that connects to Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android devices with low-latency screen sharing via its proprietary DeskRT codec. Includes unattended access for connecting to unmanned machines, built-in file transfer between local and remote systems, TLS encryption, and session recording/permission controls for IT administration. - **How it works**: Install the lightweight client on both devices; the host shares a unique AnyDesk address or ID, and the connecting user enters it to request a session, which the host accepts (or which connects automatically if unattended access is configured with a saved password). ## Profile - **License**: ? - **Pricing model**: Freemium (verified 2026-07-11) - **Starts at**: ? - **Platforms**: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android - **Status**: active (verified 2026-07-11) ## Ranked alternatives | # | App | Alt Score | Licence | Platforms | |---|-----|-----------|---------|-----------| | 1 | [NoMachine](https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/nomachine.md) | 91 | Proprietary | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | | 2 | [Splashtop](https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/splashtop.md) | 86 | Proprietary | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | | 3 | [TeamViewer](https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/teamviewer.md) | 82 | Proprietary | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | | 4 | [RustDesk](https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/rustdesk.md) | 78 | AGPL-3.0 | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | | 5 | [Parsec](https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/parsec.md) | 68 | Proprietary | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android | | 6 | [RealVNC](https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/realvnc.md) | 46 | Proprietary | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | | 7 | [Chrome Remote Desktop](https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/chrome-remote-desktop.md) | 42 | ? | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | | 8 | [Remmina](https://altcatalog.com/alternatives/remmina.md) | 32 | GPL-2.0-or-later | Linux | Alt Score = Verified coverage (90%) + Visibility (10%). See https://altcatalog.com/how-alt-score-works/ ## Feature comparison Legend: Yes / No / Partial / ? (not verified). | Remote desktop tools checklist | AnyDesk | NoMachine | Splashtop | TeamViewer | RustDesk | Parsec | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium | Subscription | Freemium | OSS + paid hosting | Freemium | | Starts at | ? | USD 44.50/year (Enterprise Desktop Subscription, per computer) | $6/month (Business Access Solo, billed annually) | ? | $11.88/month | $9.99/month | | License | ? | Proprietary | Proprietary | Proprietary | AGPL-3.0 | Proprietary | | Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Web | | Cross-platform | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | Unattended access | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | File transfer | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | | Self-hostable server | Yes | Yes | Partial | No | Yes | No | | E2E encryption | Partial | Yes | Partial | Yes | Yes | Yes | | Free for personal use | Yes | Yes | Partial | Yes | Yes | Yes | | Wake-on-LAN | Yes | Partial | Yes | Yes | Partial | No | | Multi-monitor | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | ? | Yes | | Low-latency mode (gaming) | Partial | Partial | Yes | ? | ? | Yes | | Mobile clients | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Partial | ## Sources Sources for AnyDesk. Each alternative is sourced on its own page. - **Platforms**: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “Windows XP SP2 and later; macOS 11 Big Sur and later; Ubuntu 18.04 and later; Android 5 and later; iOS 16 and later and iPadOS 16 and later” - **Status**: active — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “06.07.2026 - 9.7.9 (Windows)” - **Pricing model**: Freemium — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “AnyDesk is free for personal use and offers a limited set of features and support.” - **Cross-platform**: Yes — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “Windows XP SP2 and later; macOS 11 Big Sur and later; Ubuntu 18.04 and later; Android 5 and later; iOS 16 and later and iPadOS 16 and later” - **Unattended access**: Yes — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “Unattended Access allows you to manage and control remote devices even when no one is physically present at the remote side to accept the connection.” - **File transfer**: Yes — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “The dedicated file manager feature is currently available on Windows, macOS, and Linux.” - **Self-hostable server**: Yes — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “A self-hosted version of AnyDesk running on your own in-house virtual servers. All data remains within your company network and can be self-managed by your own IT team.” - **E2E encryption**: Partial — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “All AnyDesk sessions are secured using TLS 1.2 with AEAD encryption.” - **Free for personal use**: Yes — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “AnyDesk is free for personal use and offers a limited set of features and support.” - **Wake-on-LAN**: Yes — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “A feature that allows you to remotely wake up a sleeping or powered-off PC.” - **Multi-monitor**: Yes — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “To show multiple monitors at the same time, simply establish multiple connections to the same device from different AnyDesk windows.” - **Low-latency mode (gaming)**: Partial — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “Gaming (Beta) - adds Mouse Capture for immersive 3D interaction.” - **Mobile clients**: Yes — (verified 2026-07-11) - Quote: “Powerful Remote Assistance Software. Whether you're in the office next door or on the other side of the world, remote access via AnyDesk makes the connection possible.” --- Ranked by verified data, never by who paid. https://altcatalog.com/trust/