Chrome Remote Desktop vs. NetSupport Manager

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Chrome Remote Desktop
Score 6.9 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.N/A
NetSupport Manager
Score 9.0 out of 10
N/A
NetSupport Manager is the flagship remote administration software from Netsupport, a global education technology company headquartered in the UK, which allows IT professional to provide remote assistance.N/A
Pricing
Chrome Remote DesktopNetSupport Manager
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Chrome Remote DesktopNetSupport Manager
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Top Pros
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Features
Chrome Remote DesktopNetSupport Manager
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
Chrome Remote Desktop
7.3
18 Ratings
12% below category average
NetSupport Manager
10.0
1 Ratings
19% above category average
Screen sharing8.917 Ratings10.01 Ratings
File transfer7.110 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Instant message7.66 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication8.04 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers5.18 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session10.018 Ratings00 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile10.016 Ratings00 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations7.116 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Remote Active Directory® management7.15 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Centralized management dashboard5.19 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Session record5.16 Ratings00 Ratings
Annotations8.05 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Monitoring and Alerts8.05 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Multi-platform remote control5.713 Ratings10.01 Ratings
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Medium-sized Companies
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Enterprises
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Score 9.1 out of 10
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Score 9.1 out of 10
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User Ratings
Chrome Remote DesktopNetSupport Manager
Likelihood to Recommend
10.0
(18 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
7.0
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Usability
9.9
(3 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
3.8
(7 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
10.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Chrome Remote DesktopNetSupport Manager
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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NetSupport
It's handy for smaller to larger units, where time management is most important. But it will not suitable for those who have partial units across the country.
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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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NetSupport
  • It's a robust corporate remote support tool for admin.
  • Admin can deploy an installation in the background without knowing a client.
  • For those who frequently forget their password, you can access it in glimpse & take total control of it.
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Cons
Google
  • The session can be seen on the screen of the workstation. Could be a privacy issue. It DOESN'T work like traditional RDP, much closer to a screen sharing support session.
  • There is no built in File Transfer. Its not a deal breaker, but definitely an annoyance.
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NetSupport
  • The only cons are that it's hard to access other networks besides the internal one of the organization like how TeamViewer works.
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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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NetSupport
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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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NetSupport
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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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NetSupport
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Implementation Rating
Google
None, its quick and easy
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NetSupport
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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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NetSupport
I think if you are using it after its tutorial then you may not need any other apps to control the operation. Its file transfer, voice & text sharing features are truly working. A complete system of inventory where you can set smart alerts. Capable to connect multiple users at once.
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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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NetSupport
  • It allow's us to update apps instantly
  • It gives user quick response to overcome headache issues
  • It's saves crucial time from both ends
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