Apache Guacamole vs. GoToMyPC

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Apache Guacamole
Score 9.9 out of 10
N/A
Apache Guacamole is a clientless remote desktop gateway. Once installed on a server, all that is needed to access remote desktops is a web browser. Apache Guacamole is free and open source software. It is licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0, and is maintained by a community of developers that use Guacamole to access their own development environments.N/A
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
Apache GuacamoleGoToMyPC
Editions & Modules
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Corporate
$28
per month per computer
Pro
$33
per month per computer
Personal
$35
per month per computer
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Apache GuacamoleGoToMyPC
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
YesNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
Apache GuacamoleGoToMyPC
Top Pros

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Top Cons

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Features
Apache GuacamoleGoToMyPC
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
Apache Guacamole
8.7
2 Ratings
7% above category average
GoToMyPC
6.6
93 Ratings
20% below category average
Screen sharing9.52 Ratings8.363 Ratings
File transfer9.12 Ratings7.074 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers9.12 Ratings5.644 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session10.02 Ratings8.077 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile7.02 Ratings7.550 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations9.52 Ratings7.250 Ratings
Centralized management dashboard8.01 Ratings5.527 Ratings
Session record8.01 Ratings6.524 Ratings
Monitoring and Alerts7.01 Ratings6.919 Ratings
Multi-platform remote control9.52 Ratings6.324 Ratings
Instant message00 Ratings5.620 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication00 Ratings5.513 Ratings
Remote Active Directory® management00 Ratings6.323 Ratings
Annotations00 Ratings6.29 Ratings
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User Ratings
Apache GuacamoleGoToMyPC
Likelihood to Recommend
8.6
(2 ratings)
8.6
(97 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
8.0
(1 ratings)
9.1
(5 ratings)
Usability
10.0
(1 ratings)
7.1
(15 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(13 ratings)
Implementation Rating
10.0
(1 ratings)
9.1
(3 ratings)
Configurability
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
User Testimonials
Apache GuacamoleGoToMyPC
Likelihood to Recommend
Apache
Limitations are only the effort you want to have to configure it (correctly).
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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
Apache
  • Remote connect to Linux OS
  • Remote connect to Windows OS
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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
Apache
  • We have experienced some stability problems (mostly Tomcat related).
  • The interface could be a little more user-friendly.
  • Certain keyboard shortcuts used by Guacamole GUI are impossible to use in the Firefox browser in out-of-the-box configuration.
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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
Apache
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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
Apache
it's easy
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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
Apache
No answers on this topic
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
Apache
No answers on this topic
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
Apache
No answers on this topic
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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Implementation Rating
Apache
It's easy and free of use, therefore perfect for quick implementations when needed.
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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
Apache
We have successfully used noVNC for remote access.
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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
Apache
No answers on this topic
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
Apache
  • The software is 100% open source and free, however, we are not currently utilizing it due to stability problems we have experienced.
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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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