Best Remote Desktop Software in 2026
Updated
In short: TeamViewer Remote is ranked #1 of 130 as of 4 October 2026, ahead of Zoho Assist and ManageEngine Remote Access Plus. The best-ranked option with a free plan is Zoho Assist. The lowest first paid tier on this page is Remote Desktop at $0.20/mo.
Connecting to a computer from elsewhere can support personal access or remote assistance, depending on the capabilities you need. Compared on access mode and supported platforms, remote desktop software also varies in file transfer, session recording, and managed devices. Mobile apps may be useful when you need another way to connect; free plans and paid-from pricing add practical cost considerations. TeamViewer Remote, Zoho Assist, and ManageEngine Remote Access Plus are among the options, alongside HopToDesk and Jump Desktop. Consider whether you’ll manage multiple devices or handle files during a session, and compare the listed capabilities with the type of remote access or support you need.
130 remote desktop software ranked on what their makers publish — plans and prices, free tiers, platforms and the facts on their own pages.
Recognised 40% · Phone app 26% · Documented 20% · Free plan 14% of the score
- 1 TeamViewer Remote iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.7Free Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, ChromeOSFile transfer: Yes
- 2 Zoho Assist iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.7$10/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome OS, Raspberry Pi, web browserFile transfer: Yes
- 3 ManageEngine Remote Access Plus iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.6$6.25/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, webFile transfer: Yes
- 4 HopToDesk iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.5$13.25/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Raspberry Pi, FreeBSD, ChromeOS, browserFile transfer: Yes
- 5 Remote Desktop iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.4$0.20/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome OS, Raspberry PiFile transfer: Yes
- 6 RustDesk iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.3$11.88/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, WebFile transfer: Yes
- 7 Splashtop iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.2$2.50/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Chromebook, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 8 Iperius Remote iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.2€8.39/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 9 Admin By Request Secure Remote Access iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.2Free Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 10 Remote Utilities iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.2$99/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 11 WorksLink iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.2$28/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 12 Jump Desktop iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.2$7.49/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, LinuxFile transfer: Yes
- 13 LiteManager iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.2Free Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 14 NodalDesk Android only RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.1€3.99/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Linux, Windows, Android, macOS, webFile transfer: Yes
- 15 Parsec Android only RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.1Free Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Ubuntu Linux, Android, Chromium web client
- 16 DeskIn iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.1$4.16/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 17 AnyDesk iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.9 Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, ChromeOS, web browserFile transfer: Yes
- 18 RealVNC Connect iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.9 Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Raspberry Pi OS, iOS/iPadOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 19 AnyViewer iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.8Free Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 20 MSP360 Connect iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.8$7.50/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 21 AweSun iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.8Free Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 22 RemotePC iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.7 Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
- 23 FlashDesk iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.7Free Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOSFile transfer: Yes
- 24 DWService Android only RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.7Free Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, web browserFile transfer: Yes
- 25 ConnectWise ScreenConnect iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.6$30/mo Access mode: bothSupported platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, AndroidFile transfer: Yes
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Questions about this list
Which remote desktop software is ranked first on Samsung Mobile US Press?
TeamViewer Remote is ranked #1 of 130 with a score of 9.7. Zoho Assist is second and ManageEngine Remote Access Plus third.
How many of these have a free plan?
20 of the 25 on this page publish a free plan on their own pricing pages.
Which is the cheapest paid option?
On this page, Remote Desktop has the lowest first paid tier we found: $0.20/mo.
How is this list ranked?
Ranked mobile-first: a phone app alongside the web or desktop product, a free tier and the depth of its documentation. Paid placements never change a rank.