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SimpleHelpMeshCentral
Paid

Commercial software with a trial download available.

 Free

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

Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Web
  • Server is self-hosted rather than a vendor cloud
  • Supports both attended support and unattended access
  • Full web-based remote desktop, terminal and file management with no client to install
  • Self-hosted with no per-seat or per-device licensing
  • Aimed at IT teams rather than individuals
  • Pricing is not shown on the homepage
  • You are running a server that is exposed to the internet; securing it is your job
  • Installation and TLS configuration are real work
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Self-hosted
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 21, 2026

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