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Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software

Splashtop vs AnyDesk

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Splashtop #3 in Remote Desktop Software 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Splashtop
AnyDesk #4 in Remote Desktop Software 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit AnyDesk

Splashtop leads on 0 checks, AnyDesk on 1, 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 scoreSplashtop · 9.2/10
  • Free planboth

Splashtop scores higher on our rubric for remote desktop software: 9.2 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.

AnyDesk leads on managed devices: 100 devices versus 2 devices.

Splashtop is the better fit for budget-conscious teams needing deep integrations. AnyDesk is the better fit for established teams needing endpoint management.

  • Splashtop fits best

    Budget-conscious teams needing deep integrations

  • AnyDesk fits best

    Established teams needing endpoint management

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Side by side

Feature Splashtop 9.2/10 Visit ↗ AnyDesk 9.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 9.1
Ranking #3 in Remote Desktop Software #4 in Remote Desktop Software
Best for Budget-conscious teams needing deep integrations Established teams needing endpoint management
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $72/user/yr —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs Tickets, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA ISO 27001, GDPR, 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Splashtop 3/3 · AnyDesk 3/3
File transfer ✓ ✓
Session recording ✓ ✓
Mobile apps ✓ ✓
Specs
Access mode Both Both
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, Chromebook, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, ChromeOS, web browser
Managed devices 2 devices 100 devices (best)
Our review
Pros
  • Low $6/month annual Solo plan with access to up to 2 computers
  • Supports attended and unattended access, recording, printing, and device management
  • Integrates with Autotask PSA, ServiceNow, Freshservice, Zendesk, Jira, and more
  • Supports attended and unattended access across desktop and mobile platforms
  • Up to 100 managed devices on Solo, with higher tiers reaching 2,000
  • Includes recording, access controls, Wake-on-LAN, and file transfer
Cons
  • No free plan is available
  • Solo is limited to access from up to 2 computers
  • Advanced controls and performance features require higher tiers
  • Professional use requires a paid license; the free plan is for personal use
  • All plans are billed yearly, with displayed prices excluding taxes
  • Platform-specific limitations apply across supported desktop and mobile clients
Our verdict

Splashtop provides remote desktop access and remote support for individuals, small teams, IT departments, enterprises, and educational institutions. It supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, with attended and unattended access…

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AnyDesk provides remote desktop access for individuals, IT teams, support organizations, and businesses. It supports interactive sessions that require user approval as well as unattended access using password authentication. Core…

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  1. SplashtopRemote Desktop Software 9.2Free plan
  2. AnyDeskRemote Desktop Software 9.1Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Splashtop — where it wins

    • Low $6/month annual Solo plan with access to up to 2 computers
    • Supports attended and unattended access, recording, printing, and device management
    • Integrates with Autotask PSA, ServiceNow, Freshservice, Zendesk, Jira, and more

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Solo is limited to access from up to 2 computers
    • Advanced controls and performance features require higher tiers

  • AnyDesk — where it wins

    • Supports attended and unattended access across desktop and mobile platforms
    • Up to 100 managed devices on Solo, with higher tiers reaching 2,000
    • Includes recording, access controls, Wake-on-LAN, and file transfer

    Where it doesn't

    • Professional use requires a paid license; the free plan is for personal use
    • All plans are billed yearly, with displayed prices excluding taxes
    • Platform-specific limitations apply across supported desktop and mobile clients

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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