Apple Remote Desktop
6.7#95 in remote desktop software$79.99 one-timeLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitApple Remote Desktop vs DWService
What both publish
| Fact | Apple Remote Desktop | DWService |
|---|---|---|
| Access mode | both | both |
| File transfer | It supports drag-and-drop file transfer between Macs and can copy and install software on remote Mac systems. | Yes |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Screen control | It can observe and control Mac computers and use Curtain Mode to prevent end users from viewing the screen during control. | The Screen application provides remote display, mouse control and keyboard input, with optional restrictions for shared users. |
Apple Remote Desktop plans
- Apple Remote Desktop$79.99, paid once
DWService plans
- FreeFree
- Entry$4 a month
- Lite$6 a month
- Basic$12 a month
- Advanced$30 a month
- Professional$60 a month
Pick Apple Remote Desktop if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick DWService if…
DWService suits people who need browser-based remote access across desktop and mobile platforms, with file transfers and system tools. Its free plan may fit users whose needs stay within the 6 Mbps maximum bandwidth limit.