Alternatives to TeamViewer
The remote support household name
TeamViewer ranks #4 of 9 in Remote desktop tools, with an Alt Score of 82. It is proprietary, freemium and available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android. 9 of 10 checklist rows are verified against a public source.
IT professionals, help desk teams, and MSPs who need to remotely support and manage computers and devices, as well as individuals who want free remote access to their own machines.
Cross-platform remote access and control of computers, servers, and mobile devices, with file transfer between connected endpoints. Unattended access lets you connect to a device without someone present to approve it. Enterprise tiers add endpoint monitoring, automated remediation, and integrations with tools like Intune, ServiceNow, and Microsoft Teams.
Install the TeamViewer client on both the local and remote device, then connect using a partner ID and password (or set up unattended access for repeat connections without a code). Once connected, you can view and control the remote screen, transfer files, and end the session when done.
Where TeamViewer stands out
Verified capabilities most alternatives don't have.
Why people leave TeamViewer
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Ranked alternatives
Ordered by Alt Score. Click any score to see the breakdown.
Feature comparison
Rows come from the Remote desktop tools checklist (14 rows). Human-verified cells only. ? means the value has not been verified.
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Every fact and feature listed for TeamViewer is verified against its own pages. Each alternative is sourced on its own page.
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Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android verified 2026-07-11
Available for all major operating systems: Windows | macOS | Linux | Android | iOS | ChromeOS | Raspberry Pi
https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/download/ -
License Proprietary verified 2026-07-11
TeamViewer retains all right, title and interest in and to such documentation and in all copies, modifications and derivative works thereof including, without limitation, all rights to patent, copyrig
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Pricing model Freemium verified 2026-07-11
Need more powerful features for business use? Trial a commercial plan for 14 days. Check out all our commercial plans.
https://www.teamviewer.com/en/solutions/roles/personal-use/ -
Status active verified 2026-07-11
It's been a busy few months here at TeamViewer. Across our products, we've been adding new features, and enhancing pre-existing ones—all to help you deliver smarter, more integrated, and more secure r
https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/insights/up-to-speed-with-teamviewer-april-2026/ -
Cross-platform Yes verified 2026-07-11
Available for all major operating systems: Windows | macOS | Linux | Android | iOS | ChromeOS | Raspberry Pi
https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/download/ -
Unattended access Yes verified 2026-07-11
Unattended remote access solutions enable you to quickly and instantly set up a remote access session with devices located anywhere in the world without supervision.
https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/solutions/use-cases/remote-access/unattended-remote-access/ -
File transfer Yes verified 2026-07-11
Transfer files quickly and securely
https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/solutions/use-cases/file-transfer/ -
Self-hostable server No verified 2026-07-11
It is a cloud-based solution covering PCs, mobile, embedded devices, OT machinery, and headless systems
https://www.teamviewer.com/en/products/tensor/ -
E2E encryption Yes verified 2026-07-11
TeamViewer sessions are secured using RSA 4096 public/private key exchange and AES 256-bit encryption.
https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/global/support/knowledge-base/teamviewer-remote/security/security-statement/ -
Free for personal use Yes verified 2026-07-11
Free for personal use. Connect, support, and collaborate. Remotely assist friends and family with IT problems and access your personal devices from anywhere.
https://www.teamviewer.com/en/solutions/roles/personal-use/ -
Wake-on-LAN Yes verified 2026-07-11
Wake-on-LAN (WoL) allows you to power up computers from anywhere.
https://www.teamviewer.com/en/solutions/use-cases/wake-on-lan/ -
Multi-monitor Yes verified 2026-07-11
Multi-monitor support allows users to connect to devices with multiple monitors.
https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/global/support/knowledge-base/teamviewer-classic/remote-control/in-session-features/use-multi-monitor-support/ -
Mobile clients Yes verified 2026-07-11
TeamViewer Remote allows iPhone and iPad users to access their devices from another PC, smartphone, or tablet, no matter where they are.
https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/solutions/use-cases/remote-desktop/iphone/
FAQ
Yes. AnyDesk, NoMachine and Parsec have a free tier or are fully free. Free-tier limits in the comparison table are verified and dated.
RustDesk and Remmina — every license claim links its source.