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Chrome Remote Desktop vs RealVNC Connect: catalog facts
Chrome Remote Desktop	RealVNC Connect
Free Free to use with a Google account.	Freemium Free Lite plan for one non-commercial user, paid plans for more devices and connections.
Web	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Free with no paid tier Used through a web browser	Cloud connectivity avoids manual router or firewall configuration for remote access Free Lite plan available for personal, non-commercial use
Requires a Google account Fewer management features than dedicated remote support tools	Free plan is capped at three devices and a single simultaneous connection Commercial use requires a paid subscription
Web application	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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