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MeshCentral vs DWService: catalog facts
MeshCentralDWService
Free

Free and open source under Apache 2.0, with no per-seat or per-device cost.

Free

Free to use.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Web Windows, macOS, Linux, Web
  • Full web-based remote desktop, terminal and file management with no client to install
  • Self-hosted with no per-seat or per-device licensing
  • Controller side runs in any web browser
  • Free with an open-source agent
  • You are running a server that is exposed to the internet; securing it is your job
  • Installation and TLS configuration are real work
  • Relies on the DWService servers
  • Requires an Internet connection
Self-hosted Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source Open source
License: Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Needs internet

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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