TeamViewer is a desktop software with which you can connect to multiple workstations remotely. Using hardware-accelerated image processing, it enhances remote control performance. This tool is a favourite among admin and help test circles. However, it comes with its own set of drawbacks – the price of the professional version Is high, and the system tends to become slow while updating to the new version.
So here are a few alternatives to the platform.
AnyDesk
This is a very popular name when talking about remote desktop software. You can use this by installing it on your machine or as a portable app in case you just need to try it. The free version offers enough features in case you’re getting started with remote computing, however, there is a paid version.
Best features of AnyDesk
- Easy connectivity to remote machines.
- built-in chat
- Supports file transfer, remote screen recording, clipboard sync, remote printing, and session history.
- Supports login credentials
- Supports multiple displays connected to the remote machine.
- Can detect and connect to other AnyDesk machines over LAN.
The bad part
- The user interface
- not that easy to use.
Pricing
- Free Version: Available
- Premium: Starts at $10.99/mo
Zoho Assist
If you are a more advanced or business user, then this software is for you. It has a visually appealing user interface along with great and useful features. This makes it an excellent alternative to TeamViewer. The best part about this tool is the cloud-powered setup. This means that you need not install anything on your system for remote support. The software is a paid one but comes with a 15-day trial.
Best features of Zoho Assist
- Easy to set up
- Supports file sharing, annotations, text, voice calls, and video calls with the client
- Can be used as a system service for more controls on the client machine
- direct access to quick launch options
- Support for unattended access on the client machine
- Provides favourites and past session history for later access
The bad part
- The setup process may not be the swiftest on the client machine (depends on OS)
- The free trial version is marketed as a free version
Pricing
- Free Version: Not Available
- Premium: Starts at $8/mo (15-day free trial)
Splashtop
This is another alternative to TeamViewer on our list. For over nine years, it has been providing an excellent mix of video quality and latency over a remote connection and has made a name for itself. For beginners, the free version comes with enough features. In case you plan to mostly connect to your host machine over LAN, then you can try this software.
Best features of Splashtop
- You can connect to the remote machine with one click
- Support for touchpad gestures
- Offers good quality
- Add-ons can be installed for extra functionality
The bad part
- Both remote and client devices must have the app installed.
- UI doesn’t look appealing.
Pricing
- Free Version: Available
- Premium: Starts at $5/mo
Google Remote Desktop
This is probably the easiest alternative you can find. It is well known for its simplicity. The best part about this tool is that it works inside the Google Chrome browser. This means that you need not install a separate app on your computer.
Best features of Chrome Remote Desktop
- Simple to use
- Visually appealing UI
- Syncing of clipboard with the remote device
- Supports multiple displays
- Quick connectivity to other devices using OTP
The bad part
- The setup process is tedious
- Requires Google account
Pricing
- Free Version: Available
- Premium: Not Available
NoMachine
This is another alternative that you can install on your device for free. It uses a remote desktop protocol called NX to Establish connections. It works better for connections over LAN though. This means that you cannot access your computer from a distance.
Best features of NoMachine
- Automatically lists other NoMachine-installed devices on your LAN
- Hassle-free setup
- multiple authentication methods
The bad part
- The UI isn’t visually appealing
- Some features aren’t easy to use.
- Performance could have been better.
Pricing
- Free Version: Available
- Premium: For Enterprise
Windows Remote Desktop
This is an alternative which comes built-in with Windows 10 and a few other older versions. This makes it a great alternative because it is right there on your computer. It uses Microsoft remote desktop protocol to connect to other machines. The connection can be over the internet or LAN.
Best features of Windows Remote Desktop
- Reliable
- Allows you to use printers and other devices connected to a remote machine
- Supports clipboard sharing
- Provides encrypted remote connections with TLS support
- Works with Windows username and password
The bad part
- Doesn’t work on Windows 10 Home edition
- Enabling the feature can be a little tricky.
Pricing
- Free Version: Available
- Premium: Not Available
ISL Light Remote Desktop
This software enables you to access remote computers and mobile devices easily and safely. It can be cloud-based or on-premise. The pricing is quite transparent and for the price, you get a great performance.
Features:
- Offers maximum security: AES 256-bit encryption, two-factor authentication
- It’s easy-to-use,
- offers different ways to establish a connection
- Offers Automatic session recording, file transfer
- You can connect to an unattended computer via RDP
- Works cross-platform: Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS
Remote Utilities
This is an open-source remote access tool which you can use for automatic and unattended remote access. It is free for both personal and business use.
Features:
- Includes lots of tools
- Active Directory integration
- Supports portable mode
- connections to 10 computers for free
UltraVNC
You can access another computer securely with this remote access tool. If you are a user with advance knowledge of computers and remote access then this application would be easy to use for you.
Features:
- Allows dual installation. This means that your computer can both access computers remotely, and be viewed as remotely
- easy file transfers
- connect to a remote computer from a computer program, browser, and mobile app.
- Chat feature
Chrome Remote Desktop
This is not a full-feature tool, it is an extension for the Google Chrome web browser. With this tool, you can set up a computer for remote access from any other computer running on Google Chrome browser.
Features:
- remote into the computer even when the user isn’t logged in
- multi-monitor support
- Works effectively for unattended and on-demand remote access
- remote into the computer via an app
LogMeInRescue
This is a strong competitor of TeamViewer. It is ideal for you if you have just started a business that needs continued support from all over the world. For places where problems could occur anytime, this software is ideal.
Features:
- easy access to your work
- store, share and collaborate across all of your devices with a single click
- Share the screen with anyone to openly collaborate.
- Secure remote access to your PC from your desktop, browser, desktop, or device
RescueAssist
It is one of the most convenient and easy to use RATs out there. You can launch it from a browser, a mobile, or a desktop. Once connected, detailed reports that show relevant information about the client device can be generated. This makes it easier to start troubleshooting and resolve issues. In case a problem needs higher assistance, sessions can be transferred to another team made. If more people are needed, a session screen can be shared among 15 support technicians. This tool is also reliable when it comes to security with end to end encryption. The software offers a free seven days trial.
