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

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