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About LiteManager
LiteManager controls computers over the Internet or a local network, connecting by IP address or ID. It is used for remote administration, user support, distance learning and classroom management. A QuickSupport mode runs on Windows without installation.
The free edition covers up to 30 computers, with a paid Pro edition for more. Version 5.2 added two-factor authentication on its own LM server and a console daemon for Linux. An Android app is available.
Strengths
- Free for up to 30 computers
- Works over a LAN or the Internet by IP or ID
- Self-hosted LM server with two-factor authentication
- Classroom management features
Limitations
- Windows-centred, with more limited tools on other systems
- Closed source
Details
- Pricing
- FreemiumFree edition for up to 30 computers; the Pro edition is paid.
- License
- Proprietary
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
- How it runs
- Downloadable app, Self-hosted
- Best suited for
- Small offices and schools managing a few dozen computers
- Categories
- Remote desktop, IT administration
- Last verified
- Added
- Provenance
- Facts checked against the developer's own pages and store listings, 1 sources on file.
Alternatives to LiteManager
Compare allSoftware that can replace LiteManager for an important use case, and what changes if you switch.
TeamViewer
Remote access and remote support across desktop and mobile platforms.
TeamViewer connects through NAT and firewalls on all major desktop and mobile platforms, but commercial use needs a paid licence and it detects suspected business use.
AnyDesk
Fast remote desktop tool with low latency and simple session codes.
AnyDesk offers low-latency sessions with simple session codes across desktop and mobile platforms. It is closed source and commercial use requires a paid licence.
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 with Docker Compose. Some management features sit behind the paid Pro server.
MeshCentral
A self-hosted remote monitoring and management server with web-based remote desktop, terminal and file transfer for every machine you run an agent on.
MeshCentral is a free Apache-licensed self-hosted server with web-based remote desktop, terminal and file transfer, and no per-device licensing, though securing the server is your job.
Remote Utilities
Remote desktop software for Windows with unattended access, cloud relay or a self-hosted server.
Remote Utilities also offers a self-hosted relay server and unattended access, sold as a one-time licence. Windows remains its main platform, as with LiteManager.
Tactical RMM
A self-hosted remote monitoring and management tool with agents for Windows, Linux and macOS.
Tactical RMM is a self-hosted monitoring and management tool with scripts, alerting and patching, using MeshCentral for remote desktop. Its license is source-available rather than open source.
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 and session recording, but commercial use requires a paid licence.
AeroAdmin
Portable remote desktop tool for Windows that connects over the internet without installation or configuration.
AeroAdmin is a portable Windows-only tool that needs no installation or configuration. Its free tier allows business use with restrictions, but it lacks classroom management features.
Similar software
Related functionality, not necessarily a direct replacement.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central
Unified endpoint management suite for patching, software deployment, remote troubleshooting and securing desktops, servers and mobiles.
Atera
A hosted IT management platform combining remote monitoring, ticketing, patch management and AI agents.
UltraVNC
Free, GPL-licensed VNC server and viewer for controlling Windows computers over a network or the internet.
ScreenConnect
Remote support and remote access software from ConnectWise, available as a cloud service or on-premises.
