LogMeIn Pro by GoTo vs. VNC Connect

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
LogMeIn Pro by GoTo
Score 8.3 out of 10
N/A
N/A
$30
per month
VNC Connect
Score 7.6 out of 10
N/A
VNC® Connect is presented as a secure, simple remote desktop solution. It enables users to remotely access and control their devices wherever they are in the world, whenever they need to. VNC® Connect covers a wide range of remote access use cases with a single subscription, from remote working to IT support.
$3.39
per remote computer per month
Pricing
LogMeIn Pro by GoToVNC Connect
Editions & Modules
Individuals
$30.00
per month
Power Users
$70.00
per month
Small Businesses
$129.00
per month
Professional - Device Access
$3.39
per remote computer per month
Enterprise - Device Access
$4.59
per remote computer per month
Professional - Instant Support
$16.99
per named technician per month
Enterprise - Instant Support
$33.49
per named technician per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
LogMeIn Pro by GoToVNC Connect
Free Trial
YesYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsAll plans are billed annually.
More Pricing Information
Community Pulse
LogMeIn Pro by GoToVNC Connect
Considered Both Products
LogMeIn Pro by GoTo
Chose LogMeIn Pro by GoTo
LogMeIn works well for small number of devices that need unattended remote access. For cost, LogMeIn in similar to GoToMyPC - works about the same - has similar features for about same cost
VNC Connect
Chose VNC Connect
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.
Top Pros
Top Cons
Features
LogMeIn Pro by GoToVNC Connect
Remote Administration
Comparison of Remote Administration features of Product A and Product B
LogMeIn Pro by GoTo
7.6
15 Ratings
8% below category average
VNC Connect
7.7
31 Ratings
7% below category average
Screen sharing8.914 Ratings10.027 Ratings
File transfer7.814 Ratings8.314 Ratings
Instant message6.312 Ratings8.118 Ratings
Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication7.24 Ratings9.04 Ratings
Access to sleeping/powered-off computers7.014 Ratings6.09 Ratings
Over-the-Internet remote session9.115 Ratings9.129 Ratings
Initiate remote control from mobile6.610 Ratings8.118 Ratings
Remote management of servers & workstations8.413 Ratings4.76 Ratings
Remote Active Directory® management7.210 Ratings00 Ratings
Centralized management dashboard8.211 Ratings9.015 Ratings
Session record8.111 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Annotations6.37 Ratings5.36 Ratings
Monitoring and Alerts7.99 Ratings7.03 Ratings
Multi-platform remote control7.412 Ratings9.010 Ratings
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User Ratings
LogMeIn Pro by GoToVNC Connect
Likelihood to Recommend
8.9
(15 ratings)
9.0
(37 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
10.0
(1 ratings)
8.0
(8 ratings)
Usability
9.0
(2 ratings)
8.0
(3 ratings)
Availability
10.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Performance
9.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
10.0
(3 ratings)
8.0
(2 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
7.0
(2 ratings)
Implementation Rating
10.0
(1 ratings)
8.0
(2 ratings)
Configurability
8.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Product Scalability
5.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
LogMeIn Pro by GoToVNC Connect
Likelihood to Recommend
LogMeIn, Inc.
LogMeIn Pro is very well suited for small-to-medium sized organisations. The pricing is affordable and the implementation is easier. There are some concerns related to data privacy and security, hence I would not advise this to be used when your session handles PHI and PII kind of data, just to be compliant.
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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
LogMeIn, Inc.
  • Ease of connection. You can use their web login and connection through there. You can also install the client app and connect via it. Easy and fast.
  • Remote Control is fantastic. It scales the screens great. There is no lag in the screen refreshes.
  • Remote printing is good. You can be working on your PC at the office via LogMeIn and print to your local PC at your current location with ease.
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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
LogMeIn, Inc.
  • Slow customer service - we know more about their product than whoever we talk to whenever we call in
  • It does not always keep the settings during session unless we disconnect and reconnect with the new settings.
  • Troubleshooting using LogMeIn is minimal. It either works or doesn't, there is not a backup/alternative method for connectivity.
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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
LogMeIn, Inc.
It works great
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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
LogMeIn, Inc.
Only giving a 9 rather than 10 due to the occasional issue after LogMeIn runs updates, and sometimes I have to walk end-user (on Macs) through "allowing" access to services - have not encountered that on PCs
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RealVNC
VNC Connect is a solid product and our techs are very confident that they can get the job done using it. Reliability is key for us since we have a small support team and many users to support. It also helps keep us in the background more allowing the end-users to multi-task. VNC supports our goal of providing quick and efficient services.
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Reliability and Availability
LogMeIn, Inc.
Always there as long as there is an internet connection
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RealVNC
No answers on this topic
Performance
LogMeIn, Inc.
It loads quickly,
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RealVNC
No answers on this topic
Support Rating
LogMeIn, Inc.
My calls and e-mails to tech support have been few and far between, but those rare interactions were always pleasant and handled professionally. Most support can be accessed electronically, but when the need arises to actually speak to a human being, LogMeIn's customer service reps are clearly well-trained and knowledgeable. Another plus: there isn't the language barrier that I've experienced with other technology companies' support centers.
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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
LogMeIn, Inc.
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
LogMeIn, Inc.
Be aware if you have dual monitors on the host, you can only view one at a time on remote, but it is easy to toggle back and forth
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RealVNC
No problem at all, love the product.
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Alternatives Considered
LogMeIn, Inc.
ConnectWise is a much easier program to use. The end-user either types in a code or you send an email with a link to the session. A small applet is installed on their computer so you can connect. And this applet is removed when the session is over. Constant remote access capabilities are about the same since both programs allow you to install a program that runs as a service on the client system. This gives you access to that system at any time.
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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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Scalability
LogMeIn, Inc.
The view is a little blurry. The resolution could be better
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RealVNC
No answers on this topic
Return on Investment
LogMeIn, Inc.
  • Save time
  • Improve customer satisfaction as we can involve the entire team any time and from any place to solve clients' problems
  • It effects clients' satisfaction negatively if the internet is not strong enough, as we can't connect to solve their problems
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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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