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Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software

Splashtop vs ManageEngine Remote Access Plus

  • 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
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

Splashtop leads on 0 checks, ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 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
  • Free trialonly ManageEngine Remote Access Plus

Splashtop scores higher on our rubric for remote desktop software: 9.2 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

ManageEngine Remote Access Plus leads on managed devices: 25 devices versus 2 devices.

Splashtop is the better fit for budget-conscious teams needing deep integrations. ManageEngine Remote Access Plus is the better fit for teams needing free access and device administration.

  • Splashtop fits best

    Budget-conscious teams needing deep integrations

  • ManageEngine Remote Access Plus fits best

    Teams needing free access and device administration

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Side by side

Feature Splashtop 9.2/10 Visit ↗ ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.9
Ranking #3 in Remote Desktop Software #6 in Remote Desktop Software
Best for Budget-conscious teams needing deep integrations Teams needing free access and device administration
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $72/user/yr $75/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 30 days
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Self-hosted, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Splashtop 3/3 · ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 3/3
File transfer ✓ ✓
Session recording ✓ ✓
Mobile apps ✓ ✓
Specs
Access mode Both Both
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, Chromebook, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web
Managed devices 2 devices 25 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
  • Free edition supports up to 10 devices
  • Remote control, diagnostics, file transfer, and power controls
  • Cloud and on-premises deployment across major platforms
Cons
  • No free plan is available
  • Solo is limited to access from up to 2 computers
  • Advanced controls and performance features require higher tiers
  • Free edition is limited to 10 devices
  • Paid plans list 25 computers and 5 technicians
  • Pricing varies across deployment and billing options
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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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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  1. SplashtopRemote Desktop Software 9.2Free plan
  2. ManageEngine Remote Access PlusRemote Desktop Software 8.9Free plan · 30-day trial

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
  • 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
  • Splashtop9.2/10 · Free plan

    A paid remote-access suite with low entry pricing, broad platforms, and deep integrations.

    Visit SplashtopFull verdict →
  • 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 →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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