Alternatives to UltraViewer
A lightweight Windows remote desktop tool for supporting clients by controlling their computer. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.
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UltraViewer
A lightweight Windows remote desktop tool for supporting clients by controlling their computer.
Replacements
Listings that take over the same core job as UltraViewer.
TeamViewer
Remote access and remote support across desktop and mobile platforms.
TeamViewer adds macOS, Linux and mobile support and connects through NAT without setup, but commercial use needs a paid licence.
AnyDesk
Fast remote desktop tool with low latency and simple session codes.
AnyDesk offers low-latency sessions with simple codes on desktop and mobile platforms, requiring a paid licence for commercial use.
AeroAdmin
Portable remote desktop tool for Windows that connects over the internet without installation or configuration.
AeroAdmin is a portable Windows tool needing no installation, with unattended access and a free tier allowed for business use.
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, runs on Windows, macOS, Linux and Android, and can use your own relay server.
HopToDesk
Free, open-source remote desktop tool with end-to-end encryption, file transfer and live chat.
HopToDesk is free and open source with end-to-end encryption and chat, supports Windows XP and mobile, and allows unlimited commercial use.
HelpWire
A free remote support service for connecting to and controlling Windows, macOS and Linux computers.
HelpWire is a free remote support service extending on-demand sessions to macOS and Linux, though it remains closed source.
Supremo
Lightweight remote desktop software for remote support and unattended access on PC and Mac.
Supremo is a small executable for Windows and Mac with mobile apps, free for occasional personal use and paid for professional use.
AnyViewer
Remote desktop software from AOMEI for accessing and supporting computers from a PC, Mac or phone.
AnyViewer from AOMEI adds macOS and mobile apps with unattended access and file transfer, with team features on paid plans.
Similar software
Related functionality, not a direct replacement.
Quick Assist
A Microsoft app for sharing a Windows or macOS screen with a helper over a remote connection.
UltraVNC
Free, GPL-licensed VNC server and viewer for controlling Windows computers over a network or the internet.
Iperius Remote
Remote desktop and remote support software for Windows, macOS, Linux and mobile devices.
Zoho Assist
Cloud-based remote support and unattended access software for IT teams, help desks and MSPs.
