Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus vs RealVNC Connect
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus leads on 1 check, RealVNC Connect on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreManageEngine Remote Access Plus · 8.9/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus scores higher on our rubric for remote desktop software: 8.9 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus leads on managed devices: 25 devices versus 3 devices.
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus is the better fit for teams needing free access and device administration. RealVNC Connect is the better fit for small teams wanting established remote access.
- ManageEngine Remote Access Plus fits best
Teams needing free access and device administration
- RealVNC Connect fits best
Small teams wanting established remote access
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Side by side
| Feature | ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | RealVNC Connect 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #6 in Remote Desktop Software | #7 in Remote Desktop Software |
| Best for | Teams needing free access and device administration | Small teams wanting established remote access |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $75/yr | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Mobile | Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 |
| Compliance | GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 3/3 · RealVNC Connect 3/3 | ||
| File transfer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Session recording | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile apps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Access mode | Both | Both |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web | Windows, macOS, Linux, Raspberry Pi OS, iOS/iPadOS, Android |
| Managed devices | 25 devices (best) | 3 devices |
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| Our verdict | ManageEngine Remote Access Plus is remote desktop management software for IT administrators and help desk technicians. It centralizes attended and unattended access to managed Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android endpoints, while web, iOS,… Read the review → |
RealVNC Connect is remote access and support software for individuals, organizations, IT teams, and service desks. It combines attended and unattended access with tools for remote control, file transfer, in-session chat, session recording,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus — where it wins
- Free edition supports up to 10 devices
- Remote control, diagnostics, file transfer, and power controls
- Cloud and on-premises deployment across major platforms
Where it doesn't
- Free edition is limited to 10 devices
- Paid plans list 25 computers and 5 technicians
- Pricing varies across deployment and billing options
RealVNC Connect — where it wins
- Free non-commercial plan with support for 3 devices
- Remote access, file transfer, recording, chat, and administration
- Windows, macOS, Linux, Raspberry Pi, iOS, and Android support
Where it doesn't
- Lite is limited to non-commercial use
- Paid pricing is billed annually, not monthly
- Offers few integrations with other software
- ManageEngine Remote Access Plus8.9/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A broad remote administration suite with free access and flexible cloud or on-premises plans.
Visit ManageEngineFull verdict → - RealVNC Connect8.8/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
Established remote access with a free personal tier and scalable paid plans.
Visit RealVNCFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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