Chrome Remote Desktop vs. Syncro

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Chrome Remote Desktop
Score 8.3 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
Syncro
Score 7.4 out of 10
N/A
Syncro offers an Extended Monitoring and Management (XMM) platform for midsized MSPs and internal IT teams. The platform integrates RMM (endpoint management), professional services automation (PSA), and Microsoft 365 multi-tenant management to help organizations simplify operations, strengthen security, and scale.
$159
per month per user
Pricing
Chrome Remote DesktopSyncro
Editions & Modules
No answers on this topic
Core
$159
per month per user
Team
$209
per month per user
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Chrome Remote DesktopSyncro
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
YesNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsDiscount available for annual payment.
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Community Pulse
Chrome Remote DesktopSyncro
Features
Chrome Remote DesktopSyncro
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
Chrome Remote Desktop
8.2
21 Ratings
4% above category average
Syncro
-
Ratings
Screen sharing6.620 Ratings00 Ratings
File transfer7.511 Ratings00 Ratings
Instant message7.06 Ratings00 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication9.03 Ratings00 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers9.210 Ratings00 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session9.021 Ratings00 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile8.017 Ratings00 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations9.119 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
Application Performance Management
Comparison of Application Performance Management features of Product A and Product B
Chrome Remote Desktop
-
Ratings
Syncro
6.7
3 Ratings
5% below category average
Virtualization monitoring00 Ratings7.43 Ratings
IT Asset Discovery00 Ratings6.12 Ratings
Monitoring Tasks
Comparison of Monitoring Tasks features of Product A and Product B
Chrome Remote Desktop
-
Ratings
Syncro
7.5
4 Ratings
3% above category average
Remote monitoring00 Ratings8.54 Ratings
Network device monitoring00 Ratings6.63 Ratings
Activity Monitoring00 Ratings7.33 Ratings
Management Tasks
Comparison of Management Tasks features of Product A and Product B
Chrome Remote Desktop
-
Ratings
Syncro
7.5
3 Ratings
7% above category average
Patch Management00 Ratings7.93 Ratings
Policy-based automation00 Ratings7.23 Ratings
Remote Access
Comparison of Remote Access features of Product A and Product B
Chrome Remote Desktop
-
Ratings
Syncro
7.3
3 Ratings
9% above category average
Attended device access00 Ratings8.73 Ratings
Unattended device access00 Ratings7.63 Ratings
Mobile device access00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Virtual device access00 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Multiple-display support00 Ratings4.52 Ratings
Multiple concurrent sessions00 Ratings7.83 Ratings
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User Ratings
Chrome Remote DesktopSyncro
Likelihood to Recommend
9.3
(21 ratings)
6.8
(5 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
7.0
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Usability
8.8
(7 ratings)
7.1
(4 ratings)
Support Rating
3.8
(7 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
10.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Chrome Remote DesktopSyncro
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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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
SyncroMSP is great for MSPs starting out or wanting to keep their costs low. Some RMM software will charge per install - and price breaks only available as your base grows to a significant number. As Syncro is a "per agent" cost, the costs for an MSP are (a) known and (b) easily to manage as the team grows. The third-party integration element is very useful for MSPs looking to be able to not only onsell additional services, but the management of these services is simple for anybody to use
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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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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
  • Due to the cloud based platform, we could scale the based on our needs relatively with ease.
  • We also utilized the auto billing features which were convenience.
  • The consolidation of both RMM and RSA decreased the amount of software we needed.
  • Also, the user friendliness of the platform allowed employees to use easy.
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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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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
  • Better project management
  • Ability to create teams
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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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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
No answers on this topic
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.
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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
Too expensive for what it is and the lack of support and bug fixes is annoying
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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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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
No answers on this topic
Implementation Rating
Google
None, its quick and easy
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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
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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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
Much easier to learn and use
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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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SyncroMSP Servably Inc
  • The integrated AV solution with Bitdefender is very cheap - yet very a very high quality NGAV solution. It allows us to ensure our clients have access to an NGAV solution at an affordable price
  • Syncro has allowed us to expend our business into new areas which were not able to be accessed previously. This means that we can now service our clients in different ways than previously.
  • The fixed cost pricing allows our teams to understand what their costs are - but also allow us to grow the business and customer base with no increase in costs until we increase our technical team.
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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.

Syncro Screenshots

Screenshot of the interface to monitor unlimited endpoints, run scripts, deploy patches, customize alerts, and proactively address potential issues before they become problems.Screenshot of Syncro’s intelligent Smart Ticket Management, which automatically routes tickets and gets information in front of techs, displays relevant context from prior tickets, and surfaces recommended remediation steps to speed up resolution times.Screenshot of where to securely access endpoints and resolve issues anytime, from anywhere, via Splashtop — included with the Syncro subscription at no extra cost.Screenshot of Syncro automating Entra ID tasks and admin work including user syncs, password resets, and license billing.Screenshot of the interface to benchmark M365 tenants against CIS-aligned best practices — offering guided configuration, centralized visibility, drift detection, and automated alerts to help maintain compliance.Screenshot of Microsoft 365 and Entra ID backup, which helps to safeguard against data loss, reinforce compliance, and ensure business continuity without compromise.