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Head-to-head · Remote Connection Manager Software

Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager vs Conduit

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager #1 in Remote Connection Manager Software 9.4/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Devolutions
Conduit #6 in Remote Connection Manager Software 8.2/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Conduit

Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager leads on 0 checks, Conduit 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 scoreDevolutions Remote Desktop Manager · 9.4/10
  • Lowest starting priceConduit · $10/mo
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialboth
  • Most featuresDevolutions Remote Desktop Manager · 4 of 4

Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager scores higher on our rubric for remote connection manager software: 9.4 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #6.

Conduit is cheaper to start at $10/user/mo against $30/user/mo.

Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager is the better fit for IT teams needing broad, governed connection management. Conduit is the better fit for teams wanting affordable modern connection management.

  • Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager fits best

    IT teams needing broad, governed connection management

  • Conduit fits best

    Teams wanting affordable modern connection management

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Side by side

Feature Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Conduit 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.2
Ranking #1 in Remote Connection Manager Software #6 in Remote Connection Manager Software
Best for IT teams needing broad, governed connection management Teams wanting affordable modern connection management
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $30/user/mo $10/mo (best)
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days 30 days
Free trial length 14 days 30 days · card required
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile Desktop, Mobile, Cloud
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs Email, Community, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, 2FA GDPR, 2FA
Integrations 200+ integrations 8 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager 4/4 · Conduit 3/4
Team connection sharing ✓ ✓
Credential vault ✓ ✓
Session recording ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Mobile apps ✓ ✓
Specs
Supported protocols RDP, SSH, VNC, ARD, FTP, FTPS, SFTP, Telnet, Citrix, VMware, Hyper-V, TeamViewer, VPN and 150+ protocols SSH, RDP, VNC, Web
Desktop platforms Windows, macOS, Linux macOS, Windows, Linux
Stored connections Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Supports more than 150 remote connection protocols
  • Centralized vaults add credential control and team connection sharing
  • Audit trails, session recording, and role-based access support governance
  • Unlimited connections are available on Free and Pro.
  • Supports SSH, RDP, VNC, and embedded web sessions.
  • Native MCP server connects with compatible AI agents.
Cons
  • The Free plan is limited to individual use
  • The paid plan starts at $30 per user monthly with annual billing
  • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple remote access
  • Protocol coverage is limited to SSH, RDP, VNC, and web sessions.
  • The Free plan limits MCP tool calls to 50 per day.
  • Shared vaults and six-month backups start on the Team plan.
Our verdict

Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager brings remote connections, credentials, and access controls into one application. It is designed for IT professionals, system administrators, network administrators, helpdesk technicians, MSPs, and…

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Conduit is a cross-platform remote connection manager for developers, DevOps and SRE teams, system administrators, and IT professionals. It brings SSH terminals, RDP desktops, VNC sessions, and embedded web sessions into a tabbed…

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  1. Devolutions Remote Desktop ManagerRemote Connection Manager Software 9.4Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. ConduitRemote Connection Manager Software 8.2Free plan · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager — where it wins

    • Supports more than 150 remote connection protocols
    • Centralized vaults add credential control and team connection sharing
    • Audit trails, session recording, and role-based access support governance

    Where it doesn't

    • The Free plan is limited to individual use
    • The paid plan starts at $30 per user monthly with annual billing
    • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple remote access
  • Conduit — where it wins

    • Unlimited connections are available on Free and Pro.
    • Supports SSH, RDP, VNC, and embedded web sessions.
    • Native MCP server connects with compatible AI agents.

    Where it doesn't

    • Protocol coverage is limited to SSH, RDP, VNC, and web sessions.
    • The Free plan limits MCP tool calls to 50 per day.
    • Shared vaults and six-month backups start on the Team plan.
  • Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager9.4/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad connection manager for governed IT access across desktop and mobile platforms.

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  • Conduit8.2/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

    A cross-platform connection manager with a useful free plan and AI-agent support.

    Visit ConduitFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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