AnyDesk vs. HelpWire

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
AnyDesk
Score 7.9 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.
$14.90
per year
HelpWire
Score 10.0 out of 10
N/A
HelpWire is a remote desktop service that provides remote control tools for on-demand support of PCs, laptops, and workstations. It streamlines IT support, boosting productivity for customer support teams regardless of size. Technicians can access clients' computers for swifter issue resolution and eliminating the need for costly, time-consuming on-site visits. HelpWire offers functionality tailored to the unique needs of SMBs, IT support teams, MSPs, and help desks, ensuring…
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Pricing
AnyDeskHelpWire
Editions & Modules
Solo
$14.90
per month billed annually
Standard
$29.90
per month billed annually
Advanced
$79.90
per month billed annually
Enterprise
Custom
per year billed annually
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
AnyDeskHelpWire
Free Trial
YesYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
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.The product is free of charge, no Ads, no extra fees
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Community Pulse
AnyDeskHelpWire
Considered Both Products
AnyDesk

No answer on this topic

HelpWire
Chose HelpWire
With AnyDesk my biggest issue was the lag in mouse movement, and it was never a great experience. Most of the time I would just view the system and ask the person sitting on Remote machine to do as needed but with HelpWire it's like I am navigating my own system.
Chose HelpWire
We felt a lag in movement of mouse on AnyDesk but on HelpWire we do not face any such issue. The movement of cursor and mouse is as smooth as working on your own system.
Top Pros

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Top Cons

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Features
AnyDeskHelpWire
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
AnyDesk
7.5
28 Ratings
9% below category average
HelpWire
10.0
3 Ratings
12% above category average
Screen sharing8.326 Ratings00 Ratings
File transfer6.828 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Instant message6.824 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication9.218 Ratings00 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers7.622 Ratings00 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session7.526 Ratings00 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile7.425 Ratings00 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations7.523 Ratings00 Ratings
Remote Active Directory® management6.220 Ratings00 Ratings
Centralized management dashboard7.423 Ratings00 Ratings
Session record9.824 Ratings00 Ratings
Annotations6.821 Ratings00 Ratings
Monitoring and Alerts6.722 Ratings00 Ratings
Multi-platform remote control7.626 Ratings00 Ratings
Security
Comparison of Security features of Product A and Product B
AnyDesk
-
Ratings
HelpWire
10.0
3 Ratings
0% above category average
Role-based user permissions00 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Remote Access
Comparison of Remote Access features of Product A and Product B
AnyDesk
-
Ratings
HelpWire
9.2
3 Ratings
0% below category average
Attended device access00 Ratings9.73 Ratings
Virtual device access00 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Multiple-display support00 Ratings8.73 Ratings
Multiple concurrent sessions00 Ratings8.52 Ratings
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User Ratings
AnyDeskHelpWire
Likelihood to Recommend
8.2
(28 ratings)
10.0
(3 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Usability
9.5
(2 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
9.3
(12 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
AnyDeskHelpWire
Likelihood to Recommend
AnyDesk Software
If at this point in the pandemic, remote access to a desktop is necessary for you, then AnyDesk is likely a solid solution. However, as the pandemic winds down, remote access is expected to become less and less critical, and thus, the problem that AnyDesk solves is likely (or perhaps, hopefully) going away. Given the bad reputation for using this program by scammers, many customers do not want to connect through it, so over time, I switched to an alternative to Anydesk - the service Getscreen. me, which connects directly from the browser.
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Electronic Team, Inc.
HelpWire is my secret weapon for jumping into client issues. Crystal-clear screen sharing and annotation tools make troubleshooting a breeze. Plus, the built-in chat keeps communication smooth. It's also fantastic for grabbing screenshots and collaborating on visual guides directly on the client's machine. Think of it as a virtual shoulder-to-shoulder collaboration tool. However, for advanced system administration tasks, large deployments, or super secure environments, other software might be a better fit. HelpWire shines for one-on-one remote support, troubleshooting software, and collaborating with clients – perfect for my tech writing needs!
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Pros
AnyDesk Software
  • It has an inbuilt Wake-on-LAN feature, which allows starting the remote computer with just a click.
  • We can create an easy-to-remember custom alias for different systems, it makes it easy to access the systems without any ID or long numbers to remember.
  • It allows auto adapt resolution, it displays the remote system according to the host systems resolution.
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Electronic Team, Inc.
  • Easy and quick, set up and connection establishment.
  • No mouse or movement lag while connected with remote system
  • Workd equally well with Windows or Mac systems.
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Cons
AnyDesk Software
  • The auto-update feature on AnyDesk sometimes offers a technical glitch. It does not work properly on few occasions. I really think it may has a room for improvement.
  • When it comes to Mac AnyDesk may seem a little complex at early times.
  • Video recording captures a low quality frame. I think this should be changed because sometimes video recording is the most essential thing.
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Electronic Team, Inc.
  • UX/UI can be improved.
  • Sometimes the screen freezes but connection is not lost so we can close the window and open again.
  • It's an amazing App but most of the people I know have not heard about it. I think company should spend more on marketing.
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Likelihood to Renew
AnyDesk Software
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Electronic Team, Inc.
It's free, but I love their service, so I will buy their service if they introduce any paid program.
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Usability
AnyDesk Software
AnyDesk is a complete solution for remote access and control. AnyDesk provides better navigation and UI when compared with other similar software. AnyDesk helped me a lot at times when I've been working from home. The only disadvantage I found is when the network connection is weak. It needs to be managed properly.
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Electronic Team, Inc.
HelpWire is amazing. It's very easy to install, connect and use.
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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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Electronic Team, Inc.
No answers on this topic
Alternatives Considered
AnyDesk Software
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 simplicity gives it an edge over other software.
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Electronic Team, Inc.
We felt a lag in movement of mouse on AnyDesk but on HelpWire we do not face any such issue. The movement of cursor and mouse is as smooth as working on your own system.
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Return on Investment
AnyDesk Software
  • Reduce time and efforts spare for sorting out issues.
  • Increase the overall revenue as able to share and present our products to customers easily and in detail.
  • Control our expenses as we can handle any issue that arises remotely.
  • Improve overall customer services as we act quickly and promptly with any issues.
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Electronic Team, Inc.
  • Increased Client Satisfaction and Retention: Prior to HelpWire, troubleshooting client issues often involved frustrating remote access setups or travel time for on-site visits. HelpWire's one-click connection process and clear screen sharing have significantly improved the client experience. Issues are resolved faster, communication is smoother, and clients feel more confident in the support they receive. This has translated to a noticeable increase in client satisfaction and retention. In fact, I've been able to secure several repeat projects specifically because of the efficiency and positive experience HelpWire provides for remote support.
  • Faster Project Completion and Increased Throughput: With HelpWire, troubleshooting and collaborating with clients remotely takes a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods. Those saved hours add up significantly. I can now complete projects faster, take on more clients, and ultimately grow my freelance business. For example, since using HelpWire, I've been able to increase my project output by roughly 20%, allowing me to take on 2 additional clients per month.
  • Reduced Operational Costs: Travel expenses for on-site client visits used to be a significant cost factor. HelpWire eliminates this expense entirely. Additionally, the free tier of HelpWire offers all the core functionality I need, which keeps my software costs low. This translates to a higher profit margin per project, allowing me to reinvest in my business or provide more competitive rates to attract new clients. Overall, HelpWire has helped me streamline my operations, reduce costs, and ultimately increase my profitability.
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ScreenShots

HelpWire Screenshots

Screenshot of HelpWire web interface, showing connected user's workstations with multiple displays and a live chat conversationScreenshot of HelpWire Operator application window, with connected workstations and multi-display supportScreenshot of HelpWire Operator application window, with opened chat side-panelScreenshot of HelpWire Client application chat-window