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RealVNC Connect vs NoMachine: catalog facts
RealVNC Connect	NoMachine
Freemium Free Lite plan for one non-commercial user, paid plans for more devices and connections.	Paid A paid licence is required for most editions. Check the vendor's current Personal Edition…
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Cloud connectivity avoids manual router or firewall configuration for remote access Free Lite plan available for personal, non-commercial use	Noticeably smooth on video and audio compared with VNC Multi-monitor, printing and file transfer included
Free plan is capped at three devices and a single simultaneous connection Commercial use requires a paid subscription	The free tier was replaced by a Personal Edition in version 10; check the current terms Closed source
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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