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TigerVNCNoMachine
Free

Free and open source, with no paid edition.

 Paid

A paid licence is required for most editions. Check the vendor's current Personal Edition…

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Performance aimed at 3D and video workloads, not just a remote text editor
  • TLS encryption and extended authentication on top of the plain VNC protocol
  • Noticeably smooth on video and audio compared with VNC
  • Multi-monitor, printing and file transfer included
  • VNC has no built-in file transfer, audio or printing; it is a screen and input protocol
  • Security depends on configuring TLS and authentication correctly, which is on you
  • The free tier was replaced by a Personal Edition in version 10; check the current terms
  • Closed source
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 20, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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