19.2
Android app for remote connections, with web, Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS support.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWeb
Best Remote Desktop Software in 2026
DWService leads this chart of 135 (9.2/10, free plan). ManageEngine Remote Access Plus is next (9.0/10, free plan), and Zoho Assist is the next highest-placed with a free plan (8.9/10). Remote desktop software lets you connect to and control a computer from another device; Android support and the access features you need are key things to compare. Check whether an Android app is available for your phone or tablet, then compare free plans, paid entry prices, access modes, file transfer and session recording. Managed-device support and other platforms may also matter.
29.0
Android app, web, Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS support for remote access.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
38.9
Android app plus web, Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS support for remote access.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
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HopToDesk
Android app with Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS versions for remote access.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.8From $159 a year - 5
ThinLinc
Android app with web, Windows, Mac and Linux support for remote access.
Free planAndroidiOSWebLinux8.7From $103 a year - 6
Getscreen.me
Android app plus web, Windows, Mac and Linux support for remote access.
Free planAndroidWebAPIExtension8.6Free plan - 7
DeskIn
Android app with Windows, Mac and iOS support; includes file transfer.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.6Free plan - 8
TeamViewer Remote
Android app plus web, Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS support for remote access.
Free planAndroidiOSWebLinux8.5Free plan - 9
Jump Desktop
Android app for remote connections, with file transfer on web, Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS too.
Free planAndroidiOSWebLinux8.5From $7.49 a month - 10
Iperius Remote
Android app with Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS support for remote access.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.5Free plan - 11
Parsec
Parsec is a remote access app for connecting to a computer from another device for work, gaming, or sharing access with friends.
Free planAndroidWebAPILinux8.5From $8.33 a month - 12
8.4From $29.99 a year - 13
ScreenMeet Remote Support
ScreenMeet Remote Support lets technology professionals remotely view and control customer or end-user devices to troubleshoot issues.
AndroidiOSWebAPI8.4From $49 a month - 14
dualmon
dualmon provides remote access and remote support for computers, plus browser-based online meetings.
Free planAndroidiOSWebmacOS8.4From $19 a year - 15
Admin By Request Secure Remote Access
Android app plus web, Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS support for remote access.
Free planAndroidiOSWebAPI8.2Free plan - 16
Remote Desktop
Android app for remote connections; Windows, Mac and Linux versions add file transfer and session recording.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.2From $2.45 a year - 17
LogMeIn Pro
AndroidiOSWebAPI8.2From $30 a month - 18
Matrix42 FastViewer
Matrix42 FastViewer is remote support software for IT teams that need to access and control employee computers, other company devices, and servers.
AndroidiOSWebmacOS8.1From €540 a year - 19
Remote Utilities
Android app with Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS support; includes file transfer.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.1$99 one-time - 20
RustDesk
Android app plus web, Windows, Mac, Linux and iOS support for remote access.
Free planAndroidiOSWebLinux8.1From $11.88 a month - 21
IDEAL Remote
IDEAL Remote is paid remote administration software for managing Windows environments, with access through Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
AndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.1 - 22
LiteManager
Android app for desktop connections, file transfers and session recording; iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux are supported.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.1$7 one-time - 23
HelpWire
No Android app; HelpWire runs on desktop systems and in a web browser.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSWindows8.0From $100 a month - 24
SpocDesk
Android app for remote access and control, with Windows, macOS, Linux and self-hosted options.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.0From ₹799 a month - 25
FlashDesk
Android app for remote access and control, with file transfer and apps for iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS8.0From ¥980 a month
Choosing well
Does it have an Android app for remote access?
Start by checking whether the tool supports Android and what its mobile app lets you do. Android support is a platform check, not a guarantee that every desktop feature is available on a phone.
Compare the supported platforms too, especially if you plan to connect from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device and also use a computer or browser.
What access mode do you need?
Choose based on how you plan to connect to the remote computer. Access mode is one of the comparison points for this category, so check the tool's details before deciding.
Can it transfer files between devices?
If you need to move files during a remote session, compare file-transfer support directly. It is tracked separately from access mode and session recording.
Do you need to manage multiple devices?
Check for managed-device support if you need to oversee devices as well as connect to them.
Does it offer a free plan or trial?
Compare the free plan, paid starting price and trial separately. A free plan and a free trial are different options, and a paid entry price may depend on the tool's pricing terms.
For example, MeshCentral is listed with a free plan, while Jump Desktop is listed with a free plan, paid pricing from $7.49 per user per month and a 14-day trial.
Questions people ask
Can I use remote desktop software from an Android phone?
Android is one of the platforms compared for these tools. Check the individual listing for Android availability and the mobile app details.
What features should I compare in remote desktop software?
Compare free plans, starting paid prices, access mode, supported platforms, file transfer, session recording, managed devices and mobile apps.
Is there free remote desktop software?
The listings compare free plans and trials separately. MeshCentral is listed with a free plan; check individual listings for current terms.
Does a free trial mean the software has a free plan?
No. A trial and an ongoing free plan are separate pricing details, so check both for the tool you are considering.
Can I transfer files during a remote desktop session?
File transfer is one of the comparison points. Check a tool's listing to confirm whether it supports the file workflow you need.