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Chrome Remote Desktop vs TeamViewer: catalog facts
Chrome Remote DesktopTeamViewer
Free

Free to use with a Google account.

Freemium

Free for personal use. Business use requires a paid subscription.

Web Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Free with no paid tier
  • Used through a web browser
  • Connects through NAT and firewalls with no network configuration
  • Covers Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS, including mobile support sessions
  • Requires a Google account
  • Fewer management features than dedicated remote support tools
  • Commercial use requires a paid licence and the software detects suspected business use
  • Free sessions are occasionally cut short by the commercial-use detector
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

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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