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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Chrome Remote Desktop

    Score8.5 out of 10
    N/AChrome Remote Desktop from Google is a cross-platform remote administration and remote desktop tool that requires the Chrome browser and an extension. It is free to use.

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    Devolutions Server

    Score8.7 out of 10
    N/ADevolutions Server (DVLS) is a self-hosted, centralized platform designed to manage shared accounts, credentials, and privileged access for businesses of all sizes. DVLS offers high-level security with advanced encryption, role-based access controls (RBAC), session auditing, and privileged session management. Its key differentiators include integration with Remote Desktop Manager and Devolutions Hub, as well as support for custom security policies and extensive compliance reporting. By enforcing…

    $499.99

    per year

    Pricing
    Chrome Remote DesktopDevolutions Server
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
    Team Edition
    $499.99
    per year Up to 15 Named Users, 1 Instance, 1 Domain
    Enterprise Edition
    1,999.99
    per year Up to 50 Named Users, 1-3 Instances, 1 Domain
    Platinum Edition
    Contact Sales
    per year No User Limitations, 4+ Instances, 2+ Domains
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Chrome Remote DesktopDevolutions Server
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional Details—Devolutions Server is offered on a subscription-based model, ensuring that users receive ongoing updates and support. Pricing is based on the number of users and the specific features required, with optional add-ons for enhanced security, privileged access management, and integration capabilities.
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    Community Pulse
    Chrome Remote DesktopDevolutions Server
    Considered Both Products
    Google
    No answer on this topic
    Devolutions
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    100%
    Would buy again
    12 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    Delivers good value for the price
    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
    12 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    Happy with the feature set
    92%
    Happy with the feature set
    11 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    100%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    5 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    Implementation went as expected
    100%
    Implementation went as expected
    9 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    Features
    Chrome Remote DesktopDevolutions Server
    Remote Administration
    Comparison of Remote Administration features of Chrome Remote Desktop and Devolutions Server
    Feature
    Chrome Remote Desktop
    8.3
    21 Ratings
    5% above category average
    Devolutions Server
    -
    Ratings
    Screen sharing6.720 Ratings00 Ratings
    File transfer7.611 Ratings00 Ratings
    Instant message7.06 Ratings00 Ratings
    Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication9.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Access to sleeping/powered-off computers9.610 Ratings00 Ratings
    Over-the-Internet remote session9.221 Ratings00 Ratings
    Initiate remote control from mobile8.017 Ratings00 Ratings
    Remote management of servers & workstations9.319 Ratings00 Ratings
    Remote Active Directory® management7.05 Ratings00 Ratings
    Centralized management dashboard9.08 Ratings00 Ratings
    Session record9.05 Ratings00 Ratings
    Annotations9.04 Ratings00 Ratings
    Monitoring and Alerts9.04 Ratings00 Ratings
    Multi-platform remote control7.015 Ratings00 Ratings
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    Chrome Remote DesktopDevolutions Server
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    N-able Take Control
    Score7.2 out of 10
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    Medium-sized Companies
    Remote Desktop Manager
    Score9.6 out of 10
    Delinea Secret Server
    Score7.2 out of 10
    Enterprises
    BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access
    Score9.1 out of 10
    BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management
    Score10 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Chrome Remote DesktopDevolutions Server
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.5
    (21 ratings)
    9.8
    (4 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    7.0
    (2 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Usability
    8.9
    (7 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    3.8
    (7 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Chrome Remote DesktopDevolutions Server
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Google
    It is well suited in cases where your company/organization is looking for a low/no cost remote desktop solution, or is looking for something that can be used by most anyone right away. Most organizations don't want things to be too complex, especially with a remote desktop solution, which is generally not very complex software to begin with. It would be less appropriate in cases where the company/organization has already purchased licensing for a commercial product, and/or has been heavily using a commercial product for some time.
    Incentivized
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    Devolutions
    I feel that Devolutions VLS is a great product which makes storing of secrets a hassle free job, as you can access your data in so many ways. Whether you are a small team who wants easy access to devices or for storing passwords to your internet sites to large teams with many types of devices to manage, and many types of information to keep safe.
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    Pros
    Google
    • Unlike Microsoft's Remote Desktop, this program is the same across platforms, which is helpful for users.
    • This program also allows direct control over the desktop (like TeamViewer) and doesn't give you a simulated log on (like Remote Desktop). This is advantageous for seeing exactly what's on the screen but can make it a little laggy.
    • The interface is very nice and clear once it's set up. It's obvious which computer is which and it's just a couple of clicks from opening the program to a connection.
    • The mobile app is also really really well done.
    Incentivized
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    Devolutions
    • Role based access control.
    • Active Directory Integration.
    • Remote Desktop Manager integration.
    • Password Vault.
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    Cons
    Google
    • More fluid video rendering. Does a good job, but could use a more consistent framerate at times.
    • A way to easier switch between multiple monitors.
    • Adding an ability to zoom for multi-monitor display. Sometimes on a single screen it can get difficult to read if trying to view them all.
    Incentivized
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    Devolutions
    • Easier ways to adjust inherit or at least access directly into a file/folder. If I want to give a user access to a specific folder inside a project, I have to manually remove his access to other folders in that project.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Google
    A very easy lightweight tool that is completely scalable and deployed via google admin platform. The tool is free to use and works extremely well with the chrome devices we currently have deployed. Any organization using chrome or google suites should look into this tool as it's much easier to use then other remote software in the market
    Incentivized
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    Devolutions
    I think that we will stick with this service for as long as possible.
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    Usability
    Google
    Just a great product that has saved countless hours of commute to work and given the flexibility to be able to work from anywhere, whether at home or when away on holiday overseas. I love that it is a free product and is just as great as its competitors' products. It has also allowed me to prepare for work for the following day.
    Incentivized
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    Devolutions
    No answers on this topic
    Support Rating
    Google
    The only support I ever accessed were help files and web tutorials. I never tried to access personal support, mostly because I don't believe much of it is available. As a free service, my expectations for support are pretty low; that said, Chrome Remote Desktop is easy enough to configure and troubleshoot even with limited technical knowledge.
    Incentivized
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    Devolutions
    No answers on this topic
    Implementation Rating
    Google
    None, its quick and easy
    Incentivized
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    Devolutions
    No answers on this topic
    Alternatives Considered
    Google
    Chrome Remote Desktop seems to be a an easy to use and efficient program. Such as TeamViewer, however TeamViewer offers more program features such as able to control a device's function (shutting down, restarting, audio input, cmd etc). With those added program features I believe Chrome Remote Desktop can almost be up to par with TeamViewer.
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    Devolutions
    LastPass has a browser extension that I use daily. Granted I am a free user of the application not a paid user so there is probably a difference. LastPass does have the autofill option which is a great option when accessing multiple sites instead of having to open the password vault itself.
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    Return on Investment
    Google
    • Using Chrome Remote Desktop, we've saved money on remote desktop software.
    • Using Chrome Remote Desktop, we've saved money by not needing to purchase additional hardware (monitors).
    • Using Chrome Remote Desktop has improved the productivity of my organization by allowing employees to work from anywhere.
    Incentivized
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    Devolutions
    • We are very new to Devolutions in this company, so we can't say yet.
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    ScreenShots

    Chrome Remote Desktop Screenshots

    Screenshot of the option to share a screen or access another computer in Chrome Remote Desktop.Screenshot of the screen to setup a remote connection.

    Devolutions Server Screenshots

    Screenshot of privilege account management in Devolutions Server.Screenshot of request management in Devolutions Server.Screenshot of Role-Based Access Control used to control access to critical assets.Screenshot of a view of account activities in the dashboard.Screenshot of an example of reporting and logging, to meet compliance needs.