Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus vs RemotePC
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus leads on 2 checks, RemotePC on 0, and 3 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 planonly ManageEngine Remote Access Plus
- Free trialboth
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus scores higher on our rubric for remote desktop software: 8.9 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #16.
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus offers free plan; RemotePC doesn't. ManageEngine Remote Access Plus leads on managed devices: 25 devices versus 1 devices.
ManageEngine Remote Access Plus is the better fit for teams needing free access and device administration. RemotePC is the better fit for individuals seeking the lowest paid entry price.
- ManageEngine Remote Access Plus fits best
Teams needing free access and device administration
- RemotePC fits best
Individuals seeking the lowest paid entry price
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Side by side
| Feature | ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | RemotePC 7.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 7.8 |
| Ranking | #6 in Remote Desktop Software | #16 in Remote Desktop Software |
| Best for | Teams needing free access and device administration | Individuals seeking the lowest paid entry price |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $75/yr | $2.46/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 7 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 7 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Mobile | Cloud, 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, Docs · 24/7 |
| Compliance | GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 3/3 · RemotePC 3/3 | ||
| File transfer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Session recording | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile apps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Access mode | Both | Both |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web | Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Managed devices | 25 devices (best) | 1 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 → |
RemotePC is remote desktop software for individuals, businesses, and IT professionals who need access to computers or mobile devices from desktop, mobile, or web clients. It supports always-on access for unattended connections and attended… 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
RemotePC — where it wins
- $2.95 monthly Solo plan with a seven-day trial
- Always-on and attended access support different remote-work needs
- Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android clients
Where it doesn't
- Solo manages only one computer
- There is no free plan
- Solo and Pro each support one user
- 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 → - RemotePC7.8/10 · 7-day trial
A low-cost remote desktop option with broad platform support and core access tools.
Visit RemotePCFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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