AnyDesk vs. ScreenConnect vs. NoMachine Enterprise Desktop

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
AnyDesk
Score 8.3 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 8.4 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
NoMachine Enterprise Desktop
Score 6.8 out of 10
N/A
NoMachine Enterprise Desktop enables access to remote desktops, including via any Web browser. It offers performance for mobile workers and support staff alike, letting them securely access their desktop over any network as if they were sitting in front of it.
$44.50
per year
Pricing
AnyDeskScreenConnectNoMachine Enterprise Desktop
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
NoMachine Enterprise Desktop
$44.50
per year
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
AnyDeskScreenConnectNoMachine Enterprise Desktop
Free Trial
YesYesYes
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.
More Pricing Information
Community Pulse
AnyDeskScreenConnectNoMachine Enterprise Desktop
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
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.
NoMachine Enterprise Desktop

No answer on this topic

Features
AnyDeskScreenConnectNoMachine Enterprise Desktop
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
AnyDesk
8.6
56 Ratings
8% above category average
ScreenConnect
8.2
626 Ratings
3% above category average
NoMachine Enterprise Desktop
8.0
1 Ratings
1% above category average
Screen sharing9.554 Ratings9.9596 Ratings8.01 Ratings
File transfer9.155 Ratings8.7569 Ratings00 Ratings
Instant message8.650 Ratings8.1501 Ratings00 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication9.217 Ratings7.074 Ratings00 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers7.139 Ratings6.4311 Ratings00 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session8.952 Ratings10.0602 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile8.446 Ratings7.3389 Ratings00 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations8.943 Ratings9.1517 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Remote Active Directory® management8.535 Ratings8.7172 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Centralized management dashboard8.643 Ratings7.9479 Ratings00 Ratings
Session record8.847 Ratings7.8316 Ratings00 Ratings
Annotations7.440 Ratings7.6266 Ratings00 Ratings
Monitoring and Alerts8.432 Ratings8.5188 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Multi-platform remote control8.948 Ratings7.7399 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Best Alternatives
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Small Businesses
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Score 9.6 out of 10
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Score 9.6 out of 10
Getscreen.me
Getscreen.me
Score 9.6 out of 10
Medium-sized Companies
Remote Desktop Manager
Remote Desktop Manager
Score 9.5 out of 10
Remote Desktop Manager
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Score 9.5 out of 10
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Score 9.5 out of 10
Enterprises
Remote Desktop Manager
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Score 9.5 out of 10
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Score 9.5 out of 10
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Score 9.5 out of 10
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User Ratings
AnyDeskScreenConnectNoMachine Enterprise Desktop
Likelihood to Recommend
8.8
(55 ratings)
8.9
(626 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
9.8
(5 ratings)
10.0
(40 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Usability
9.1
(31 ratings)
8.8
(55 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(5 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(9 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
8.5
(14 ratings)
8.2
(63 ratings)
5.0
(1 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
7.5
(24 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
9.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(20 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Configurability
8.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(5 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(16 ratings)
-
(0 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
AnyDeskScreenConnectNoMachine Enterprise Desktop
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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NoMachine
If you just want to connect to the server and do work (like Linux server-workstation type), NoMachine Enterprise Desktop is great, except for the keyboard mapping issue, which you have to correct in a setup of the remote server (almost) every time you log on. The graphics are smooth and fast. Overall response speed is very good, too. I like it.
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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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NoMachine
  • Secure connection
  • Fast response over internet
  • Really look like you are sitting in front of the machine you are connecting.
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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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NoMachine
  • Keyboard mapping between client and host is often screwed up.
  • Cut and paste between client and host is not convenient
  • Would be nice if there was a function of simple file transfer between client and host
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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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NoMachine
No answers on this topic
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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NoMachine
No answers on this topic
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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NoMachine
No answers on this topic
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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NoMachine
No answers on this topic
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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NoMachine
I haven't consulted with customer support, so I don't have an opinion. However, from the usefulness of the product, I think the support is also good
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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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NoMachine
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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NoMachine
No answers on this topic
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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NoMachine
Again, the NoMachine is a real virtual terminal, and you don't need to install another Linux on your machine to fully exploit the X-terminal function. This makes the disk and memory usage of the client minimum. No issue on the screen. It is really good.
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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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NoMachine
No answers on this topic
Return on Investment
AnyDesk Software
  • It is currently the best alternative for remote assistance
  • The best option because it allows multi-platform connection between different operating systems, guaranteeing remote assistance to any type of client
  • The best integration to provide technical support, meeting your needs
  • Es la mejor alternativa para asistencia remota actualmente
  • La mejor opción ya que permite conexión multiplataforma entre distintos Sistemas Operativos, permitiendo garantizar la asistencia remota a cualquier tipo de cliente
  • La mejor integración para brindar soporte técnico atendiendo las necesidades
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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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NoMachine
  • It makes the access to server much easier and convenient
  • Connection is very stable, which makes works very efficient
  • I don't need to reboot my Windows PC to switch to Linux in order to fully exploit the working environment of the server.
  • No negative impact
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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

NoMachine Enterprise Desktop Screenshots

Screenshot of a NoMachine Enterprise Desktop flowchartScreenshot of the NoMachine interfaceScreenshot of the NoMachine connectionScreenshot of remote desktop connections using NoMachine