Best RemotePC Alternatives in 2026
A sourced shortlist of the top RemotePC competitors: Splashtop, AnyDesk, TeamViewer and ConnectWise ScreenConnect. Each is compared with RemotePC on pricing, free plan, features and fit, using dated vendor and independent sources. No rankings and no paid placement.
- Updated 10 Nov 2026Profiles verified 10 Nov 2026
- 4 alternativesEach with a full sourced profile
- Not a rankingFit depends on your priorities
- Not tested by Stack18Editorial summary of documented facts
What are the best alternatives to RemotePC?
The main alternatives to RemotePC covered here are Splashtop, AnyDesk, TeamViewer and ConnectWise ScreenConnect. Splashtop may suit professionals and small teams wanting fast access at low cost, while AnyDesk may suit freelancers and small teams wanting lightweight, fast access. None is best for everyone: the right remote access tool depends on team size, budget and which RemotePC limitation you are trying to solve.
Teams usually start looking beyond RemotePC for documented reasons: limited independent pricing data; conflicting prices in source. RemotePC remains a reasonable fit for small businesses wanting cheap, simple remote access, so an alternative is not automatically better, only different.
Below, every option is compared with RemotePC in one table, then described with its strengths, trade-offs and pricing, each taken from its own sourced profile. Anything the sources do not document is marked as unknown.
Why teams look for RemotePC alternatives.
Each reason is a limitation documented on the RemotePC profile, with its source cited there.
Cost and pricing
Limited independent pricing data.
Scope and fit
Conflicting prices in source.
Plan gating
Fewer enterprise features.
According to its profile, RemotePC may be less suited to: large MSPs; enterprises needing governance.
RemotePC vs its top alternatives at a glance.
RemotePC is shown first for reference. Summaries come from each sourced profile; suitability depends on company size, budget, use case and technical requirements.
| Product | Best for | Pricing model | Starting price | Free plan | Main use | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 RemotePC (current tool) | Small businesses wanting cheap, simple remote access | Per user | ~$8.29/user/mo (reported) | Not documented | Remote access | SMB budgets |
 Splashtop | Professionals and small teams wanting fast access at low cost | Per user | $6/mo (Solo) | No (business) | Access + support | Value performance |
 AnyDesk | Freelancers and small teams wanting lightweight, fast access | Per plan | $28.90/mo (annual) | Not specified | Access + support | Freelancers, small teams |
 TeamViewer | IT teams and MSPs needing broad platform coverage | Per plan | $24.90/mo (annual) | Personal only | Access + support | IT teams, MSPs |
 ConnectWise ScreenConnect | IT departments and MSPs supporting many endpoints | Per concurrent tech | ~$30/mo | No | Remote support | IT and MSPs |
Each RemotePC alternative described.
Pricing, strengths and trade-offs are taken from each product's profile, where every point is linked to a dated source.
Splashtop
Splashtop · Remote access and support
Splashtop is a remote access and remote support product family for professionals, IT teams and MSPs, known for performance per dollar.
- Pricing
- Solo $6, Pro $8.25, Performance $13 per user a month (annual); Remote Support SOS from $22.
- Free plan
- No
- Team size
- Small teams, Mid-size teams, Large enterprises
- Excellent performance per dollar.
- Low per-user prices.
- No free business tier.
- Confusing product lineup.
AnyDesk
AnyDesk · Lightweight remote desktop
AnyDesk is a remote desktop application known for low latency and a small footprint, with Solo, Standard and Advanced plans for individuals and teams.
- Pricing
- Solo $28.90, Standard $49.90, Advanced $111.90 a month (annual).
- Free plan
- No
- Team size
- Small teams, Mid-size teams
- Lightweight and fast.
- Standard covers 20 users and 500 devices.
- Console thin at scale.
- Solo limited to one user.
TeamViewer
TeamViewer · Remote access and support platform
TeamViewer is a remote access, remote support and device management platform for connecting to computers and mobile devices across platforms.
- Pricing
- Remote Access $24.90, Business $50.90, Premium $120.90, Corporate $245.90 a month (annual).
- Free plan
- Not documented
- Team size
- Small teams, Mid-size teams, Large enterprises
- Broad platform coverage.
- Free for personal use.
- Costs climb with seats and devices.
- Flags suspected commercial use.
ConnectWise ScreenConnect
ConnectWise · Remote support for IT and MSPs
ConnectWise ScreenConnect is a remote support and remote access platform used by IT departments and managed service providers, priced per concurrent technician.
- Pricing
- One, Standard (~$62) and Premium (~$72) a month; another source lists Standard at $47 per concurrent technician.
- Free plan
- No
- Team size
- Small teams, Mid-size teams, Large enterprises
- Built for IT and MSPs.
- Concurrent licensing.
- Prices differ between sources.
- No free plan.
Which RemotePC alternative should you choose?
No single alternative is best for everyone. Match the scenario to your own requirements, then test two or three options against a real process.
Consider Splashtop if you are…
- Professionals and small teams wanting fast access at low cost
- Creative teams
- IT teams on a budget
Consider AnyDesk if you are…
- Freelancers and small teams wanting lightweight, fast access
- Small IT teams
- Remote workers
Consider TeamViewer if you are…
- IT teams and MSPs needing broad platform coverage
- Enterprises with mixed devices
- Personal use (free)
Consider ConnectWise ScreenConnect if you are…
- IT departments and MSPs supporting many endpoints
- Help desks
- Organisations needing on-premises
Stay with RemotePC if you are…
- Small businesses wanting cheap, simple remote access
- Home users
- Remote workers
How to switch from RemotePC.
Moving off RemotePC means deploying new agents to every unattended device, re-creating groups, permissions and technician accounts, reconnecting help desk integrations and updating support links. Uninstall old agents afterwards to close unused access paths. Connect to three real devices, including one unattended, from each shortlisted tool and compare speed, security prompts and admin controls.
- Export a sample of your RemotePC data and test an import into the new product.
- List the automations, integrations and permissions you would need to rebuild.
- Compare total cost for your real seat count, including add-ons and onboarding fees.
- Pilot with one team before a full cut-over.
- Check contract terms, renewal dates and notice periods with RemotePC.
General guidance, not specific to any vendor. Confirm migration options with the vendors.
RemotePC alternatives: questions and answers
What is the best alternative to RemotePC?
No single alternative is best for everyone. The alternatives covered here are Splashtop, AnyDesk, TeamViewer and ConnectWise ScreenConnect. Splashtop may suit professionals and small teams wanting fast access at low cost. AnyDesk may suit freelancers and small teams wanting lightweight, fast access. TeamViewer may suit IT teams and MSPs needing broad platform coverage. Test two or three against your own process before deciding.
Is there a free alternative to RemotePC?
None of the alternatives covered here documents a permanent free plan. See the Remote Access & Support Software category for other free options.
Which RemotePC alternative is best for small teams?
Splashtop, AnyDesk, TeamViewer and ConnectWise ScreenConnect are documented for small teams. Splashtop may suit professionals and small teams wanting fast access at low cost. AnyDesk may suit freelancers and small teams wanting lightweight, fast access. TeamViewer may suit IT teams and MSPs needing broad platform coverage.
Which RemotePC alternatives suit larger organisations?
Splashtop, TeamViewer and ConnectWise ScreenConnect are documented for large enterprises as well as smaller teams. Larger rollouts should also check SSO, permissions, audit logs and contract terms on each profile.
Why do teams switch from RemotePC?
The limitations documented on the RemotePC profile are: Limited independent pricing data. Conflicting prices in source. Fewer enterprise features. Whether they matter depends on your team and budget.
Who should stay with RemotePC?
RemotePC may still suit small businesses wanting cheap, simple remote access; home users; remote workers.
Where can I compare RemotePC with a competitor side by side?
Stack18 has head-to-head comparisons for Splashtop vs RemotePC, each with a feature table and pricing summary.
How were these RemotePC alternatives chosen?
They are the products listed as alternatives on the RemotePC profile and other products in the Remote Access & Support Software category with overlapping use cases. They are listed in the order shown, not ranked, and no vendor paid for placement. Each profile was verified on 10 Nov 2026.
Where this shortlist comes from.
- Remote desktop software price comparison (modified November 2026) TSplus (competing vendor) Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
- Best Remote Desktop Software in 2026 (updated October 2026; prices as of June 2026) Dupple Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
- Remote Desktop Software Pricing 2026 (updated June 2026) CostBench Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
Alternatives are summarised from the linked profiles and their sources: all sources for RemotePC and the main sources for each alternative. Confirm current details with each vendor. Stack18 has not tested these products.
Evaluating RemotePC alternatives?
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