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Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software

ManageEngine Remote Access Plus vs RemotePC

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score ManageEngine Remote Access Plus #6 in Remote Desktop Software 8.9/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit ManageEngine
RemotePC #16 in Remote Desktop Software 7.8/10 7-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit 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 ↗
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
Our review
Pros
  • Free edition supports up to 10 devices
  • Remote control, diagnostics, file transfer, and power controls
  • Cloud and on-premises deployment across major platforms
  • $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
Cons
  • Free edition is limited to 10 devices
  • Paid plans list 25 computers and 5 technicians
  • Pricing varies across deployment and billing options
  • Solo manages only one computer
  • There is no free plan
  • Solo and Pro each support one user
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,…

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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…

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  1. ManageEngine Remote Access PlusRemote Desktop Software 8.9Free plan · 30-day trial
  2. RemotePCRemote Desktop Software 7.87-day trial

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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