Connect-rs
Connect-rs: An offline-first Linux manager with broad protocol support and a free tier. Ranked #19 of 29 in Remote Connection Manager Software by our editors (6.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for linux users wanting inexpensive offline-first management.
At a glance
- Editor score6.9 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forLinux users wanting inexpensive offline-first management
- Free planYes
- Paid from$39/user/yr
- Supported protocolsSSH, RDP, VNC, Telnet, SFTP, Local
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Supports SSH, RDP, VNC, Telnet, SFTP and local connections
- Includes tunnels, jump hosts, SFTP transfers and import tools
- Offline-first library with local audit logging and no account required
Where it doesn't
- Current downloads are limited to Linux
- No team sharing for collaborative connection management
- Unlimited saved connections are reserved for the Pro plan
Our verdict on Connect-rs
Connect-rs is a native desktop application for managing remote connections on Linux. It brings SSH, RDP, VNC, Telnet, SFTP and local connections into a tabbed interface, with folders, tags, search, favourites, tunnels, jump hosts, credential storage and audit logging. Its offline-first connection library does not require an account or cloud synchronization. Linux x86_64 and ARM64 downloads are available, making it suited to Linux users who want one local tool for varied remote-access workflows.
The published plans show a useful free entry point. Free costs $0 forever and includes all protocols, tunnels and port forwarding, folders, tags and search, import and export, an audit log and email support. Pro costs $39 per user per year with annual billing. It adds unlimited saved connections and offline activation while retaining the same listed protocol and organization features. The pricing page states that displayed prices exclude tax. This structure fits individual users who want to start without a subscription, while Pro is more relevant to people managing a larger connection library or needing offline activation.
Its strongest technical breadth is on the desktop itself. SSH includes VT100/ANSI support, colour, scrollback and tab broadcasting; native RDP supports RemoteFX, NLA/CredSSP, fullscreen and direct input routing; and the dual-pane SFTP browser includes transfers, sync and diff preview. Local, remote and dynamic SOCKS tunnels support jump hosts, while imports cover Royal TS, PuTTY, WinSCP, CSV and Ansible inventories. Credential definitions, folder inheritance, optional OS-keychain storage, Wake-on-LAN and background TCP pre-flight probes add operational depth. Choose Connect-rs for Linux-focused, offline-first administration; teams needing shared connections or users on macOS and Windows should consider a product with current support for those platforms.
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Connect-rs fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $39/user/yr |
| Supported protocols | SSH, RDP, VNC, Telnet, SFTP, Local |
| Desktop platforms | Linux |
| Stored connections | Not verified |
| Team connection sharing | Not verified |
| Credential vault | Yes |
| Session recording | Not verified |
| Mobile apps | Not verified |
| Money-back guarantee | 14 days |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Linux |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: Royal TS, PuTTY, WinSCP, CSV, Ansible inventories |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | connectrs.app |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
Connect-rs integrations
Connect-rs lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- Royal TS
- PuTTY
- WinSCP
- CSV
- Ansible inventories
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