Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
AnyDesk
Score 8.4 out of 10
N/A
AnyDesk Software in Stuttgart offers their eponymous remote desktop software, designed to provide resilient remote access even with poor network access.
$274.80
per year 1 licensed user with 3 login devices
ScreenConnect
Score 8.3 out of 10
N/A
ConnectWise ScreenConnect is a remote support, access, and meeting solution. With it, users can utilize remote support and access to repair computers, provide updates, and manage machines. Users can also conduct online seminars and presentations using remote meetings.
$39
per month
GoToMyPC
Score 8.2 out of 10
N/A
GoToMyPC is a remote administration offering from GoTo (formerly LogMeIn) with mobile deployment to work on files, programs, and networks from home or while traveling.
$28
per month per computer
Pricing
AnyDeskScreenConnectGoToMyPC
Editions & Modules
Solo
$22.90
per month (billed annually) 1 licensed user with 3 login devices
Standard
$35.90
per month (billed annually) 20 licensed users in a team
Advanced
$79.90
per month (billed annually) 100 licensed users in a team
Enterprise
Custom
per year billed annually
One
$39
per month
Standard
$59
per month
Premium
$69
per month
Corporate
$28
per month per computer
Pro
$33
per month per computer
Personal
$35
per month per computer
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
AnyDeskScreenConnectGoToMyPC
Free Trial
YesYesNo
Free/Freemium Version
YesNoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYesNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsAnyDesk is free for personal use and offers a limited set of features and support. Professional users need a license. Only the initiator of a session needs a license, participants are free.
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Community Pulse
AnyDeskScreenConnectGoToMyPC
Considered Multiple Products
AnyDesk
Chose AnyDesk
The free version of TeamViewer is unstable; the remote connection is frequently lost. Anydesk's remote connection is much more reliable and consistent. Even so, I prefer AnyDesk over other software because it's a lot easier to install and runs very well. Aside from that, its …
ScreenConnect
Chose ScreenConnect
  • ConnectWise is more cost-effective for a single technician.
  • GoToMyPC is better for multiple monitors
  • LogMeIn is what I replaced with ConnectWise Control as they kept increasing the cost on my same system, year after year, without increasing features, and my usage just didn't …
Chose ScreenConnect
We have used Zoho, LogMeIn and GoToMyPC. ConnectWise Control is much easier to use than these, more cost-effective, and handles remote printing like a champ.
Chose ScreenConnect
I cannot add RemotePC to my list above but we looked at it, too. We used LogMeIn for several years but they kept on increasing the prices until we had to find a more cost effective solution. ScreenConnect costs less than one third that of LogMeIn with better functionality and …
Chose ScreenConnect
Cost, cost, cost.
As a non-profit, our resources are extremely limited. Other resources were strong but I had used ScreenConnect for a number of years as an MSP. ConnectWise Control is an extremely strong product for the cost. We looked briefly at GoToMyPC and TeamViewer but …
Chose ScreenConnect
I used AnyDesk when i was in my previous company. I dont know much about AnyDesk, but it was almost similar to this. Most of the features that are there in ScreenConnect are also there in AnyDesk.
Chose ScreenConnect
We prefer ScreenConnect as it is much better for an MSP with thousands of client machines, the other options don't provide an easy way of accessing a machine quickly enough. We have also had an issue with the other software's reliability to connect. ScreenConnect's integration …
Chose ScreenConnect
Its lightweight and it is slightly cheaper than TeamViewer at least at the time of buying ScreenConnect. But we are exploring any desk and splash top again.
Chose ScreenConnect
For cost and management capabilities, I found ScreenConnect to be the best option. Some of the other services offered easier connection opportunities for my clients, but overall, I liked the tools and price point of ScreenConnect.
Chose ScreenConnect
I think ConnectWise ScreenConnect is by far the superior product to all of these. It is way ahead and does do not even come close. It has way more options and features and is much easier to use and manage.
Chose ScreenConnect
Dameware: I don't remember the exact version but I had 2 of their engineers trying to install or setting the demo up on my computers over 2 sessions and they never were able to make it work. I was able to access the location's computers but never remote offices. All other …
Chose ScreenConnect
I tested multiple products, but ConnectWise gave me the best feature set for the most reasonable price. Security concerns were also a factor. I had experienced some compromised PCs using other remote access products.
Chose ScreenConnect
ConnectWise offers better pricing, better client management, and faster access all at a better price than anybody else out there. While the competition typically charges you yearly per client, ConnectWise allows you to have an unlimited number of workstations and only charges …
Chose ScreenConnect
We initially chose ScreenConnect because of the option to self-host with a perpetual license. It served us very well, with many more features and easier use than VNC. Other competitors had monthly subscription fees and didn't offer enough features to justify the higher prices. …
Chose ScreenConnect
ConnectWise Control (formerly ScreenConnect) is faster, renders screens better, is more reliable, runs smaller, scales better, and is more dependable than the competition.
Chose ScreenConnect
Compared to the rest of the applications I listed the top reason we use CWC is due to its usability. It is fluid, connects easily and doesn't get hung up on anything. Managing clients and installations is super simple and it is just intuitive. Over the course of the last …
Chose ScreenConnect
The cost of all of these for a single user has gotten very expensive for something that isn't a core business feature. Join.me has major problems with Windows UAC. TeamViewer used to be a great product but license costs are so expensive.
Chose ScreenConnect
ConnectWise Control is a great product. Access to remote sessions is fast and you have all the ability you need to perform all functions needed to resolve remote system issues.
Chose ScreenConnect
Teamviewer and Logmein and UltraVNC were what we used before. Logmein pricing became ridiculous. Teamviewer has a per version cost which is probably comparable, but didn't have the centralized management compared to Connectwise. Ease of setup and installation and starting to …
Chose ScreenConnect
Replaced logmen due to their cost increases. I [can't] completely get rid of it because separate accounts for users home to work still needed.
Chose ScreenConnect
I still like the ease of use of LogMeInRescue especially for the downloading and installing of the support client.
Chose ScreenConnect
ScreenConnect is easier to use and more affordable.
GoToMyPC
Chose GoToMyPC
AnyDesk is cheaper, but much more complicated to set up. GoToMyPC is easy to setup, easy to use and very functional, so I stuck with it.
Chose GoToMyPC
We believe in the old adage 'don't fix what isn't broken'. So thank you, GoToMyPC!
Chose GoToMyPC
Speed, ease of use and versatility.
Chose GoToMyPC
GoToMyPC performance is far better than other products and is highly secure given the zero-knowledge access code.
Features
AnyDeskScreenConnectGoToMyPC
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
AnyDesk
8.6
62 Ratings
8% above category average
ScreenConnect
8.2
626 Ratings
4% above category average
GoToMyPC
4.1
102 Ratings
63% below category average
Screen sharing9.460 Ratings9.9596 Ratings7.167 Ratings
File transfer9.161 Ratings8.6569 Ratings5.482 Ratings
Instant message8.754 Ratings8.2501 Ratings3.020 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication9.217 Ratings7.074 Ratings3.114 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers7.043 Ratings6.5311 Ratings2.148 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session8.958 Ratings10.0602 Ratings7.584 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile8.350 Ratings7.2389 Ratings2.853 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations8.847 Ratings9.1517 Ratings3.955 Ratings
Remote Active Directory® management8.538 Ratings8.9172 Ratings3.424 Ratings
Centralized management dashboard8.546 Ratings7.9479 Ratings3.128 Ratings
Session record8.852 Ratings7.9316 Ratings3.226 Ratings
Annotations7.644 Ratings7.7266 Ratings3.19 Ratings
Monitoring and Alerts8.432 Ratings8.7188 Ratings6.821 Ratings
Multi-platform remote control8.953 Ratings8.0399 Ratings3.424 Ratings
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User Ratings
AnyDeskScreenConnectGoToMyPC
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(50 ratings)
8.9
(626 ratings)
7.7
(104 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
9.8
(5 ratings)
10.0
(40 ratings)
9.1
(5 ratings)
Usability
9.1
(31 ratings)
8.9
(55 ratings)
7.5
(22 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(5 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(9 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Support Rating
8.5
(14 ratings)
8.2
(63 ratings)
9.1
(13 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
7.5
(24 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
9.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(20 ratings)
9.1
(3 ratings)
Configurability
8.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(5 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(16 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(4 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
5.0
(4 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
AnyDeskScreenConnectGoToMyPC
Likelihood to Recommend
AnyDesk Software
Quick connection with pre-set clients, where you can connect with or without a password, and even turn on your computer if you have it configured that way. When connecting to multiple devices, managing several windows can be confusing when, in my opinion, it could be better managed by tabs with the connections listed sequentially for visual identification.
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ConnectWise
We often need to create an ad-hoc session with a device that is not under our management. We find ourselves doing this more than ever in the COVID world. Many people are working from home on personal machines with their employer, our client's permission and we are facilitating more support for these personal machines. Connectwise Control [(formerly ScreenConnect)] gives us a robust resource to control the device, navigate anywhere we need, execute various commands, and engage in an on-screen chat with the client. The session is very simple to create and very user-friendly to initiate. We do not recommend it for Android, Apple, or Chromebook applications. There is little to no support for these platforms.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I think GoToMyPC is well-suited for any scenario I have encountered, although I only have experience using it in a small firm setting. Otherwise, for working from home and traveling or file retrieval, it has proved more than adequate. I have not encountered a scenario that I thought was less than appropriate.
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Pros
AnyDesk Software
  • It allows you to troubleshoot and fix system issues remotely
  • It enables you to give online training and presentations to your team and record it for future use.
  • It enhances you remote support experience with advanced tools
  • It offers affordable remote support solution
  • It offers higher availability
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ConnectWise
  • The interface is easy to use and makes sense. It's easy to understand how to organize a large number of machines involving multiple clients. But, it's also applicable for smaller set of machines too.
  • The connection speed is very quick. I've used solutions in the past that take a variable amount of time to connect, or they just take a long time every time. Control is quick every time. It doesn't get in the way of being able to support the machines on the other end.
  • The connections are reliable. I haven't experienced random disconnects throughout hundreds of instances. It was a breath of fresh air coming from the previous solution we used. I consider Control a gold standard for what a great remote connection solution can be.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
  • I am able to easily access both of my home monitors on GoToMyPC by simply clicking on a slider bar.
  • I have access to all of my drives and programs as if I were sitting in my office.
  • GoToMyPC allows me to print to my office printers so I can complete paperwork and print it for my colleagues back in the office to use.
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Cons
AnyDesk Software
  • we should be able to connect from windows to iphone or ipad, it is now possible to connect to ipad or iphone. AnyDesk can work on this.
  • the field where we enter remote address should be more visible. New user cannot find where to enter the remote address that takes some time to connect. AnyDesk should change the placement of it.
  • If we can change the colour theme of the UI that will be an addon thing. when you daily use AnyDesk you get bored of the same UI.
  • Just like a Xmax UI. Any desk should constantly change somethings which makes the UI visually appealing.
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ConnectWise
  • I'd like to see the ability to selectively log off the remote machine via a button on the toolbar. Currently it's a setting to always lock on disconnect, or never lock on disconnect, requiring the tech to manually lock the machine if called for at the end of a session. Its a small time save that would add up!
  • The chat feature could be expanded to be a lot more useful. Allowing clients to start conversations, and have conversations ping an email address if no one is monitoring the dashboard would be extremely valuable.
  • Some clarity on licensing when providing host-passes to guest technicians would be a boon, especially for one-off support sessions with vendors.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
  • Transfer or copy files from the computer drive (c drive) to your active desktop file folders.
  • The ability to set your own "Time Out" too often I have to log back in if switching between computer screens.
  • Easier way to print documents to printers not connected to the computer being accessed.
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Likelihood to Renew
AnyDesk Software
This is the best remote access tool to any pc/laptop/desktop. We can make sure that we are 24/7 monitored, connected and if any technical problem arises, there can be a solution remotely with the help of AnyDesk. As AnyDesk has a remote access tool, it is easy to show clients how to do simple technical tasks on their remote pc/laptop just by loggin in from abroad
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ConnectWise
I would recommend this product for both internal remote control of end user workstations and remote access to other clients over the internet. It provides a secure and feature rich product that allows me to complete any necessary tasks without ever leaving the office. I will continue to renew as I'm eager to see what they do next. I would however wish the cloud service had a better API to work in conjunction with team collaboration or chat services to make it easier to connect with end users who use multiple workstations. (Slack or Stride provide this functionality)
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I have been using GotomyPC for 20 years and it's gotten better with time. It's the best remote app that I've tried. The others were harder to use and not as functional. It allows us to work from anywhere just as if we were in the office. Even being able to print to my remote location is a wonderful way of doing work. I don't have to drag it to my remote device, It will just print without any hassle
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Usability
AnyDesk Software
I would like to rate it 9 out of 10 stars because the software has significantly simplified the interaction process for us. Additionally, knowledge sharing and team support can be accomplished in just a few seconds through video conferencing and screen sharing. The physical movement of manpower has been minimised after installing this software in our business.
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ConnectWise
On the whole SC is a very powerful tool that is a vital part of the IT service arsenal. On-site visits are an "emergency" only type of scenario. Just "showing your face" is not winning any browny points for me. If my client sees my face, it's usually just to upgrade hardware or to deal other aspects of business. SC provides me and my client the bulk of the info I need to get projects done.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
Really easy to use-even if you forget your password frequently like me. The reset password feature is not cumbersome and does not require phoning Customer Service. Just a few clicks and a bit of creativity to come up with a new password. I like this "easy button" approach. Definitely recommend.
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Reliability and Availability
AnyDesk Software
No answers on this topic
ConnectWise
In my 5 years of using the product, I am only aware of one time when the service was down and is was due to a backbone outage upstream.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I've never had a problem unless the host computer itself is having an issue - such as being off line.
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Performance
AnyDesk Software
No answers on this topic
ConnectWise
It performs well. It also has full control over windows security and does not get hung up like GoToMeeting when trying to install remote software at the prompt to install as admin / override. I have used TeamViewer, WebEx, LogMeIn and GoToMeeting. This is by far the best at spontaneous, remote control. It is also very easy to get a novice user connected to the session.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
Everything loads quickly. The only lag has been when our internet provider didn't fix our connection. Once that was resolved, no problems.
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Support Rating
AnyDesk Software
I didn't have any technical problems and I didn't suffer from bugs or errors. Customer service has improved a lot and I no longer need to leave the office to go to the user's computer. With AnyDesk I install and remove programs, printers, scanners, settings in general. Screen sharing is excellent and without delays. Overall, I recommend and approve AnyDesk.
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ConnectWise
There have been two times when something has went wrong and I needed immediate assistance in order to be able to use Screenconnect to be able to help clients and response has not been immediate. The response time has been within 24 hours. Both times if there had been easier to navigate self help I would have been able to help myself. With better self help and a speedier response it would definitely be a 10 as they always respond and help. Just a little more difficult or slow than it should be at times
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I have never had to contact support. The product is so easy to use I have not needed help (yet). But if I had to contact them, I am sure they would be just as great to work with as the product itself is.
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Online Training
AnyDesk Software
No answers on this topic
ConnectWise
I find ScreenConnect to be very simple and effective overall, with the main problem being that a number of my clients can't download the app due to existing firewalls and so on. Otherwise it does its job well, and I'm happy with it.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
No answers on this topic
Implementation Rating
AnyDesk Software
Its easy to implement
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ConnectWise
ConnectWise has done everything they could to help us in any situation. Great support team and their new updates are always providing features that we need. Its a simple solution that works the way we need it to. Their legacy pricing model is still much better than their subscription based model however it is still fair pricing
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
It set up quickly and assigning log ins to various computers was simple. I don't think you need many insights into the product. It's easy to implement and easy to use. Since it's a work tool, it needs be that way. I wouldn't want the tool to have any learning curve when some of the people using it are not tech savvy. They are accessing their work computers for files or to work on apps that their remote devices might not have loaded.
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Alternatives Considered
AnyDesk Software
Getscreen.me connects remotely directly from your browser, it's very convenient - no need to explain to customers what and how to install. Also, it has a very user-friendly interface. They also have all the necessary features for remote access (file sharing, WoL, black screen, session recording) and are significantly cheaper.
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ConnectWise
I have worked with Citrix, AnyDesk, LogMeIn, VNC Connect, and many others. I ultimately installed ConnectWise as a self-hosted solution, based on the incredible list of features and capabilities, and the pricing at the time. I continue to use the product as it is still one of the best solutions out there and is certainly capable of growing and expanding to meet the needs of my business.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I recently started having problems with Splashtop - slow response/freezes/drops, and after troubleshooting everything
internet and hardware related, decided to check out GoToMyPC as one step
in troubleshooting. GoToMyPC has better response
time and has been more reliable. So far I am pleased with the switch with just a couple of minor matters mentioned earlier in review.
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Scalability
AnyDesk Software
No answers on this topic
ConnectWise
I have used multiple remote desktop support software in the past (Bomgar, Team Viewer, Logmein and Join.me) and this is far the easiest of the bunch to use. It is very easy to create a session and easy to maintain remote desktops from their access view (where you install the software and can get in at any time) I highly recommend this product from ConnectWise!
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I can use it on all of my devices - even my Galaxy phone. Once you log into your device, you work on it as if you were physically in front of it. Not much complexity in that. If you can work on your own device, you can work on it through another device - even a phone.
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Return on Investment
AnyDesk Software
  • It helps us reduce in-person visits, saving time and money.
  • Being able to serve more than one client at a time is very profitable because, whereas before it was one agent per client in person, now that everything is online, productivity is multiplied
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ConnectWise
  • Instead of waiting 30+ seconds to initiate sessions, they initiate and display a desktop in two or three seconds. The amount of frustration this avoids is immeasurable.
  • Once installed it doesn't need more handholding, i.e., having the remote enter a username/password. It is always just there.
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GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
  • Increased productivity since I can access remotely
  • Ability to use my laptop making my desktop a mobile workstation
  • Ability to provide answers at closed-door meetings about budgeting, expenses, invoices without needing to leave the room to look it up on my desktop.
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ScreenShots

ScreenConnect Screenshots

Screenshot of the guest page, where end-users enter a code to join a session with a technicianScreenshot of connecting from a Windows machine to a macOS machineScreenshot of the Extension Marketplace, where administrators can install and configure new features and integrationsScreenshot of the Access view of the Host page, where a technician can connect to unattended machinesScreenshot of the toolbox menu, which allows technicians to store and run executables, scripts, and other frequently-used filesScreenshot of the Host page, where a command can be run directly without connecting to the machine