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Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software

ConnectWise ScreenConnect vs RemoteView

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score ConnectWise ScreenConnect #8 in Remote Desktop Software 8.7/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit ScreenConnect
RemoteView #21 in Remote Desktop Software 7.3/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit RemoteView

ConnectWise ScreenConnect leads on 0 checks, RemoteView on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreConnectWise ScreenConnect · 8.7/10
  • Lowest starting priceRemoteView · $3.99/device/mo
  • Free trialboth

ConnectWise ScreenConnect scores higher on our rubric for remote desktop software: 8.7 against 7.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #8 and #21.

RemoteView is cheaper to start at $3.99/user/mo against $30/user/mo.

ConnectWise ScreenConnect is the better fit for professional support teams needing self-hosting. RemoteView is the better fit for teams managing devices by monthly subscription.

  • ConnectWise ScreenConnect fits best

    Professional support teams needing self-hosting

  • RemoteView fits best

    Teams managing devices by monthly subscription

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Side by side

Feature ConnectWise ScreenConnect 8.7/10 Visit ↗ RemoteView 7.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 7.3
Ranking #8 in Remote Desktop Software #21 in Remote Desktop Software
Best for Professional support teams needing self-hosting Teams managing devices by monthly subscription
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $30/mo $3.99/device/mo (best)
Free plan — —
Free trial 14 days 14 days
Free trial length 14 days 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Community, Docs · 24/7 Email, Phone, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA ISO 27001, 2FA
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ConnectWise ScreenConnect 3/3 · RemoteView 3/3
File transfer ✓ ✓
Session recording ✓ ✓
Mobile apps ✓ ✓
Specs
Access mode Both Both
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, web browsers
Managed devices 10 devices 10 devices
Our review
Pros
  • Supports attended and unattended remote access
  • Offers recording, command-line tools, and file transfer
  • Runs across major desktop, mobile, browser, and self-hosted environments
  • Attended and unattended control with browser-based access
  • Session recording, file transfer, monitoring, and multi-monitor support
  • Desktop, mobile, and web support with permission controls
Cons
  • One permits one license, one session, and 10 unattended agents
  • Premium features require higher annual-billing tiers
  • Enterprise licensing uses custom pricing and contract options
  • No free plan; access starts at $3.99 per managed device monthly
  • Advanced security and management features require Enterprise
  • Integration breadth is not a stated strength
Our verdict

ConnectWise ScreenConnect is remote support and remote access software for IT teams, managed service providers, and internal support departments. Technicians can view and control computers and mobile devices, support attended sessions,…

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RemoteView is remote desktop software for individuals, small businesses, and enterprises that need attended support, unattended device management, or mobile access. It supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and web browsers, with…

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  1. ConnectWise ScreenConnectRemote Desktop Software 8.714-day trial
  2. RemoteViewRemote Desktop Software 7.314-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ConnectWise ScreenConnect — where it wins

    • Supports attended and unattended remote access
    • Offers recording, command-line tools, and file transfer
    • Runs across major desktop, mobile, browser, and self-hosted environments

    Where it doesn't

    • One permits one license, one session, and 10 unattended agents
    • Premium features require higher annual-billing tiers
    • Enterprise licensing uses custom pricing and contract options

  • RemoteView — where it wins

    • Attended and unattended control with browser-based access
    • Session recording, file transfer, monitoring, and multi-monitor support
    • Desktop, mobile, and web support with permission controls

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; access starts at $3.99 per managed device monthly
    • Advanced security and management features require Enterprise
    • Integration breadth is not a stated strength

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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