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MeshCentralPulseway
Free

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

 Freemium

A free tool is available, with paid plans and add-ons for more features.

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
  • Monitoring, remote control and patching in one platform
  • Patches third-party apps as well as operating systems
  • You are running a server that is exposed to the internet; securing it is your job
  • Installation and TLS configuration are real work
  • Security, backup and ticketing are paid add-ons
  • Aimed at IT teams and MSPs rather than home users
Self-hosted Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source Closed source
License: Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Account needed
Works offline Needs internet

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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