Chrome Remote Desktop vs. MobaXTerm

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Chrome Remote Desktop
Score 7.2 out of 10
N/A
Chrome 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.
$0
MobaXTerm
Score 9.4 out of 10
N/A
MobaXterm is presented as an enhanced terminal for Windows with X11 server, tabbed SSH client, and network tools. From this console window, users can run any Unix commands need: ls, cd, grep, awk, tail, cut, sed, wget, rsync, telnet, ssh, rlogin, rsh, etc.
$69
one-time fee per user
Pricing
Chrome Remote DesktopMobaXTerm
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Chrome Remote DesktopMobaXTerm
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
YesYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Features
Chrome Remote DesktopMobaXTerm
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
Chrome Remote Desktop
8.0
19 Ratings
0% above category average
MobaXTerm
9.0
9 Ratings
12% above category average
Screen sharing6.018 Ratings9.86 Ratings
File transfer7.010 Ratings9.49 Ratings
Instant message7.06 Ratings9.03 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication9.03 Ratings8.73 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers7.08 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session8.019 Ratings8.77 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile8.016 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations8.017 Ratings9.59 Ratings
Remote Active Directory® management9.04 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Centralized management dashboard9.08 Ratings8.85 Ratings
Session record9.05 Ratings9.16 Ratings
Annotations9.04 Ratings8.03 Ratings
Monitoring and Alerts9.04 Ratings9.03 Ratings
Multi-platform remote control7.013 Ratings9.76 Ratings
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User Ratings
Chrome Remote DesktopMobaXTerm
Likelihood to Recommend
8.5
(19 ratings)
9.7
(7 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
7.0
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Usability
8.0
(5 ratings)
9.3
(6 ratings)
Support Rating
3.8
(7 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
10.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Chrome Remote DesktopMobaXTerm
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.
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Mobatek
MobaXTerm shines when executing commands for large numbers of Network appliances like Switches or routers. As network Engineers, when managing an extensive infrastructure, we need tools to reduce time and work. MobaXterm Split and MultiExec features helped me push configuration changes for more than 100 Switches within a few hours.
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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.
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Mobatek
  • Storing ssh session setting for easy click and go access
  • Various Network scanning tools easy to use even for non-technical people
  • SFTP filesystem browser is simple and straightforward
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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.
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Mobatek
  • password manager is a pain to get to
  • when I sign out of an RDP session, the tab should close on its own. If I lose connection, then the Reconnect option can be shown
  • It should be able to update on its own, not through download and basically a reinstall
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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
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Mobatek
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Usability
Google
I would rarely give a 10 for usability to any tool, but Chrome Remote Desktop doesn't deserves 9 either :) I find all options easy to understand. I don't have to work my brain to understand how things work when using Chrome Remote Desktop.
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Mobatek
It's very easy for any IT administrator to use, it's highly customizable and you can download it free for personal use. It supports every protocol you can think of, has built in power shell and allows for drag and drop of SFTP file browser. I recommend this tool for any IT professional.
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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.
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Mobatek
No answers on this topic
Implementation Rating
Google
None, its quick and easy
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Mobatek
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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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Mobatek
The list is not working, but comparing is not so great to other. The great best think of MobaXTerm is the unifing of the various program into one. The organization by folders, the storing of keys, the licence managemnt for teams. I liked much and was a plus it have some server utilities.
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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.
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Mobatek
  • No subscription fee: you can purchase it once and use for many years
  • Easy to use - no need to spend time on learning how to use
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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.

MobaXTerm Screenshots

Screenshot of MobaXterm Xserver with SSH, telnet, RDP, VNC and X11Screenshot of the MobaXterm terminal, dark.Screenshot of the MobaXterm ribbon / toolbar.