BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access vs. RealVNC Connect

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access
Score 9.2 out of 10
N/A
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access enables security professionals to control, monitor, and manage access to critical systems by privileged users and third-party vendors (e.g. authorized employees, contractors, etc). BeyondTrust's approach is designed to allow companies to quickly gain control of system access and protect themselves against cyberattacks without requiring time-consuming process changes. Features for secure access, vault credentials, and audit…N/A
RealVNC Connect
Score 7.2 out of 10
N/A
RealVNC® Connect is a secure remote access solution from RealVNC. It can be used to connect to a remote device anywhere in the world to view its desktop in real-time and take control as though sitting in front of it.
$99
per year (one concurrent session)
Pricing
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote AccessRealVNC Connect
Editions & Modules
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Essentials
$8.25
per month (billed annually) per concurrent session
Plus
$16.50
per month (billed annually) per concurrent session (add up to 3)
Premium
$29.75
per month (billed annually) per concurrent session (add up to 5)
Enterprise
Custom Pricing
per year
Enterprise
Custom Pricing
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote AccessRealVNC Connect
Free Trial
YesYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsPlans work on a Per Concurrent Session basis. Each plan gives access to a bundled number of devices, but limits apply to the amount of devices that can be connected at any given time. The Premium plan includes On-Demand Assist, a useful tool for providing just-in-time remote support to end-users without them needing RealVNC Connect installed on their device.
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Community Pulse
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote AccessRealVNC Connect
Considered Both Products
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access
Chose BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access
  • More secure
  • Firewall compatible
  • Privacy screen
RealVNC Connect

No answer on this topic

Features
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote AccessRealVNC Connect
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access
9.7
1 Ratings
20% above category average
RealVNC Connect
7.4
32 Ratings
7% below category average
Screen sharing9.01 Ratings9.228 Ratings
Instant message9.01 Ratings6.319 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session10.01 Ratings9.030 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile9.01 Ratings8.819 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations10.01 Ratings4.76 Ratings
Remote Active Directory® management10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Centralized management dashboard10.01 Ratings7.316 Ratings
Session record10.01 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Multi-platform remote control10.01 Ratings9.011 Ratings
File transfer00 Ratings8.015 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication00 Ratings7.05 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers00 Ratings6.09 Ratings
Annotations00 Ratings5.36 Ratings
Monitoring and Alerts00 Ratings7.03 Ratings
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User Ratings
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote AccessRealVNC Connect
Likelihood to Recommend
8.0
(5 ratings)
8.2
(38 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(8 ratings)
Usability
10.0
(1 ratings)
8.0
(4 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(2 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
7.0
(2 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(2 ratings)
User Testimonials
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote AccessRealVNC Connect
Likelihood to Recommend
BeyondTrust
BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access is well suited to grand monitored privileged access to resources. It works in a proxy mode so end-users don't have direct access to servers. This can help prevent attacks on servers from users' machines since all the traffic to the servers goes through the Privileged Remote Access server which performs auth according to the policies. In cases where direct access to the servers/service from the end-user's machine is required, it is a little bit complicated to set up that kind of connection using protocol tunneling.
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RealVNC
It is very easy to use if the remote device is already set up to receive connections, so if you are setting up devices before deploying them, it is a great tool to have. It is well-suited to use when shadowing users or using it as a teaching tool. There are other products that are better if you are trying to help someone on a one-use basis.
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Pros
BeyondTrust
  • It's comprehensive, intelligent and easy to use.
  • It has lots of features i.e. it allows special commands to be used whereas the other programs don't allow them.
  • This tool is effective in allowing you to access all your applications through a single sign-on page.
  • Actively manage the ongoing operational use of network devices, hardware, and application access via Secure App.
  • Bomgar Privileged Access deploys on-premises via a hardened physical or virtual appliance, or through the Bomgar Secure Cloud.
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RealVNC
  • VNC Connect does an excellent job in remotely connecting to a computer through either your local area network or even another computer on the internet. As long as the VNC Connect services is installed and the client is running in the background.
  • VNC Connect provides password protection to prevent unauthorized users from attempting to remotely access your computer. There's an option to have a separate password to remotely view vs view & access a computer. You can even add an additional level of security by turning on the feature to require Windows login credentials.
  • VNC Connect provides an additional set of controls after a remote connection has been established with another computer. You can have special keystrokes like Ctrl+Alt+Del sent as a command sequence to the other computer as well as access more than a single screen when in use at the remote computer location.
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Cons
BeyondTrust
  • One way to use it is by using a machine as an access proxy, this machine being Linux, has limitations such as copy and paste and does not allow access to more than one web access.
  • Improve the desktop application view.
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RealVNC
  • Its a pretty straight forward product - I would like to see more tools with a "wow" factor.
  • Panel colors are blah - I would like more eye-catching colors.
  • A more consistent look with all platforms - like Mac & PC.
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Likelihood to Renew
BeyondTrust
This review was originally written partially in Portuguese and those parts have been translated into English using a third-party translation tool. While we strive for accuracy, some nuances or meanings may not be perfectly captured.
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RealVNC
VNC is a solid product for the price. It simply works and its reliable across different platforms. Some products state they work well in the Mac environment but don't deliver. This one does what it says. Connections are reliable, but of course, this depends on internet connections. The product works well over wireless connections as well. It delivers on what a remote tool should deliver on. My technicians are happy with the product and customers appreciate the ease of use when letting us connect to their systems. Some also appreciate the remote support while they are multi-task.
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Usability
BeyondTrust
It accomplishes all of our remote access needs, our users require little to no training when being setup for remote access for the first time.
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RealVNC
It's a niche product and in that niche they try to cater to as many use cases as they can. Other as a TCO aspect i don't see many use cases where you can't use this product as the one tool for all remote session use cases in your company
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Support Rating
BeyondTrust
No answers on this topic
RealVNC
VNC Connect is a reliable product that has been around for a long time. It is reasonably priced and works well in the Mac & PC environment. When you have a small team that supports many users we need tools that we can rely upon and that will get the job done on the first try. Many customers appreciate the quick assistance and can multi-task while our team works on their computer issues remotely. From a customer service point of view, this tool gives us transparency and efficient effectiveness.
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Online Training
BeyondTrust
No answers on this topic
RealVNC
The training is very informative, quick and to the point. All of the details one would need are present so the user doesn't have to go searching for additional information just to use the application. The layout of the training was also neat and concise, some of the other training sessions for other companies I've done in the past were confusing and not well thought out, this one is much more superior
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Implementation Rating
BeyondTrust
No answers on this topic
RealVNC
No problem at all, love the product.
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Alternatives Considered
BeyondTrust
The main factor is the ease of implementation and also its use in everyday life.
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RealVNC
VNC is light and sleek with the quick setup, was impressed with the quick setup despite poor Internet connection outdoor. TeamViewer is good, but the pricing is not as good as VNC. Both do the basic job, but VNC still outperform TeamViewer in terms of performance and ease of use.
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Return on Investment
BeyondTrust
  • Improve security by improving the management of external remote access
  • Help us meet Remote Access Compliance Requirements by creating audit trails, session forensics, and giving access monitoring and reporting data
  • Simplify employee access and workflows by giving employees the exact amount of privileged access to systems and applications they need, without hindering productivity or overwhelming the service desk
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RealVNC
  • I have just used the software for about 1 month and so far so god. I am saving time whenever I can access my client's computers from my desk as opposed to having to leave my office to go to their offices. Saves me time and the client money.
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ScreenShots

RealVNC Connect Screenshots

Screenshot of the Device List in the Connect v8 desktop appScreenshot of On-Demand Assist, which can be used to start a remote support session using a single-use code.