Alternatives to Splashtop
Commercial remote access and remote support software for controlling computers from other devices. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.
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Splashtop
Commercial remote access and remote support software for controlling computers from other devices.
Replacements
Listings that take over the same core job as Splashtop.
TeamViewer
Remote access and remote support across desktop and mobile platforms.
TeamViewer adds Linux, Android and iOS support and a free tier for personal use, though commercial use needs a paid licence and free sessions can be cut short.
AnyDesk
Fast remote desktop tool with low latency and simple session codes.
AnyDesk offers a free tier, low latency and session-code connections on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS, while commercial use still requires a paid licence.
Zoho Assist
Cloud-based remote support and unattended access software for IT teams, help desks and MSPs.
Zoho Assist is a cloud remote support service with a freemium plan, web-based sessions and wider device support including mobile and Chromebooks, but it requires a Zoho account.
ScreenConnect
Remote support and remote access software from ConnectWise, available as a cloud service or on-premises.
ScreenConnect from ConnectWise is a paid remote support tool that can run as a cloud service or on-premises, and supports Linux devices alongside Windows and Mac.
RemotePC
Subscription remote access software for reaching your own computers or supporting other people's machines.
RemotePC is a paid subscription service with a low-cost personal plan and clients for Linux and mobile, but plans cap how many computers you can access.
ISL Online
Commercial remote desktop software for customer support and unattended access to remote computers.
ISL Online is paid business support software with unlimited unattended computers, end-to-end encryption and RDP and SSH access, plus clients for Linux and mobile platforms.
RustDesk
An open-source remote desktop tool you can point at your own relay server instead of somebody else’s cloud.
RustDesk is open source under AGPL-3.0 and lets you run your own relay server, replacing a commercial cloud, though some management features need the paid Pro server.
Iperius Remote
Remote desktop and remote support software for Windows, macOS, Linux and mobile devices.
Iperius Remote is free for personal, non-commercial use and adds end-to-end encryption, 2FA, session recording and rebranding, with commercial use requiring a paid licence.
Also worth comparing
These listings name Splashtop as their own alternative, so the relationship runs both ways.
GoToMyPC
A paid remote access service for reaching your own Mac or PC from any device.
Splashtop is commercial remote access for individuals and help desks with an on-premises enterprise version, and no free plan beyond the trial.
LogMeIn Pro
A paid remote access service for reaching and controlling your own computers from anywhere.
Splashtop is also a paid commercial service for Windows and macOS, with products for individuals and help desks and an on-premises version for enterprises.
NoMachine
High-performance remote desktop with audio, video and file transfer.
Splashtop is paid proprietary software for Windows and macOS with attended and unattended support and an on-premises option, with no free plan beyond the trial.
Parsec
A low-latency remote desktop app for reaching a work or gaming computer from another device.
Splashtop is a paid commercial remote access service for Windows and macOS, with attended and unattended support and no free plan beyond the trial.
RealVNC Connect
Commercial VNC remote access tool with a free Lite plan for personal use.
Splashtop is paid proprietary software for Windows and macOS, with products for individuals and help desks and an on-premises version for enterprises.
ToDesk
Remote desktop software for remote control, file transfer, gaming and support across desktop and mobile.
Splashtop is paid commercial software for Windows and macOS with attended and unattended support, with no free plan beyond the trial.
Similar software
Related functionality, not a direct replacement.
Atera
A hosted IT management platform combining remote monitoring, ticketing, patch management and AI agents.
Pulseway
A remote monitoring and management service for workstations, servers and network devices, with mobile control.
LogMeIn Resolve
An IT management platform combining remote support, device monitoring, patching, ticketing and mobile device management.
Chrome Remote Desktop
Google's free remote desktop service for reaching and controlling your computers from a web browser.
Quick Assist
A Microsoft app for sharing a Windows or macOS screen with a helper over a remote connection.
