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Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software

TeamViewer Remote vs ManageEngine Remote Access Plus

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score TeamViewer Remote #2 in Remote Desktop Software 9.4/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit TeamViewer
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

TeamViewer Remote 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 scoreTeamViewer Remote · 9.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialboth

TeamViewer Remote scores higher on our rubric for remote desktop software: 9.4 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

ManageEngine Remote Access Plus leads on managed devices: 25 devices versus 3 devices.

TeamViewer Remote is the better fit for established teams needing integrations and AI. ManageEngine Remote Access Plus is the better fit for teams needing free access and device administration.

  • TeamViewer Remote fits best

    Established teams needing integrations and AI

  • ManageEngine Remote Access Plus fits best

    Teams needing free access and device administration

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Side by side

Feature TeamViewer Remote 9.4/10 Visit ↗ ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.9
Ranking #2 in Remote Desktop Software #6 in Remote Desktop Software
Best for Established teams needing integrations and AI Teams needing free access and device administration
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $75/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days 30 days
Free trial length 14 days 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 · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, 2FA GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features TeamViewer Remote 3/3 · ManageEngine Remote Access Plus 3/3
File transfer ✓ ✓
Session recording ✓ ✓
Mobile apps ✓ ✓
Specs
Access mode Both Both
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, ChromeOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web
Managed devices 3 devices 25 devices (best)
Our review
Pros
  • Supports attended support and unattended remote access
  • Seven integrations include ServiceNow, Jira, and Microsoft Teams
  • AI assists with troubleshooting and session documentation
  • Free edition supports up to 10 devices
  • Remote control, diagnostics, file transfer, and power controls
  • Cloud and on-premises deployment across major platforms
Cons
  • Its broad feature set may exceed basic support needs
  • Paid subscriptions are billed annually
  • Advanced device management may be unnecessary for small teams
  • Free edition is limited to 10 devices
  • Paid plans list 25 computers and 5 technicians
  • Pricing varies across deployment and billing options
Our verdict

TeamViewer Remote is a remote desktop and IT support platform for individuals, IT teams, and enterprises. It combines attended remote support with unattended access to computers and servers, making it suitable for help desks, distributed…

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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. TeamViewer RemoteRemote Desktop Software 9.4Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. ManageEngine Remote Access PlusRemote Desktop Software 8.9Free plan · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • TeamViewer Remote — where it wins

    • Supports attended support and unattended remote access
    • Seven integrations include ServiceNow, Jira, and Microsoft Teams
    • AI assists with troubleshooting and session documentation

    Where it doesn't

    • Its broad feature set may exceed basic support needs
    • Paid subscriptions are billed annually
    • Advanced device management may be unnecessary for small teams
  • 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
  • TeamViewer Remote9.4/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A mature remote support platform with broad coverage, integrations, and AI features.

    Visit TeamViewerFull 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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