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TeamViewer vs. RustDesk

Remote desktop software

TeamViewer

The best-known remote tool, and it connects almost anywhere without setup. Business plans are expensive.

 RustDesk

A free, open-source alternative that lets you run your own server. That takes some technical skill.
Real cost
Price 25 € per month 0 €
Payment Subscription Free
Trial No trial No trial
Free Tier Free for personal use No free tier
Open Source No Yes
Features and limits
Main Features
  • Works through most firewalls without setup
  • File transfer
  • Unattended access
  • Remote printing
  • Support for phones and tablets
  • Open source
  • You can run your own server
  • File transfer
  • Unattended access
  • No account needed
Limits
  • High price for business use
  • Personal use can be flagged as commercial
  • The public servers can be slow
  • Running your own server takes technical skill
Compatibility and trust
Supported Operating Systems
WindowsmacOS
WindowsmacOS
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Where to buy
Vendor Go to vendor’s site

Free for personal use; paid plans per month. Approximate list price in euros, check the vendor.

 Go to vendor’s site

Free, open source. Paid plans for a managed server.

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