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FreeRDP vs bVNC: catalog facts
FreeRDPbVNC
Free

Free and open source under the Apache 2.0 licence.

Free

Source is public and the repository includes free app builds.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Command line Android
  • Clipboard, drive, audio, smart card and multi-monitor redirection
  • Built against Microsoft's published Open Specifications rather than guesswork
  • Covers VNC, RDP, SPICE and oVirt/Proxmox from one codebase
  • Works with standard protocols, no vendor account
  • Primarily a command line client and a library, not a polished desktop app
  • Connection options are numerous and cryptic
  • Each protocol is a separate app
  • Mobile screen size limits comfortable desktop use
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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