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AnyViewer alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave AnyViewer: no Linux client, and fewer IT management features than larger rivals. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces AnyViewer, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. AnyDesk currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1RustDesk logoRustDeskOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +34 of 459.6
  1. RustDesk logo

    1. RustDeskTop pick

    Best for: Admins and privacy-minded users who want TeamViewer-style access on their own server

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Self-hosted

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from AnyViewer

    Free, open-source and self-hostable with no paid plan needed.

    Pros

    • Free, open-source client and server
    • Traffic can stay entirely on your own relay
    • Familiar ID-and-password workflow
    • Affordable Pro server for teams

    Cons

    • Self-hosting the server takes some setup and upkeep
    • Admin console and user management need the paid Pro server
    • No vendor-hosted SaaS option
    Visit RustDesk Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is RustDesk a good AnyViewer alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    AGPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free self-hosting
    $0/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rustdesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Individual Pro server
    $11.88/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rustdesk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Hosted service
    No, self-hosted only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rustdesk.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best AnyViewer alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

AnyDesk logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for most people

AnyDesk

Better-known client with Linux support and a free personal tier.

RustDesk logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for a free option

RustDesk

Free, open-source and self-hostable with no paid plan needed.

TeamViewer logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

TeamViewer

Broader platform support and IT add-ons, free for personal use.

RustDesk logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for open source

RustDesk

Free, open-source and self-hostable with no paid plan needed.

AnyDesk logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for self-hosting

AnyDesk

Better-known client with Linux support and a free personal tier.

Chrome Remote Desktop logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for Mac

Chrome Remote Desktop

Free with no device limits, using just a Google account.

Supremo logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for Windows

Supremo

Similarly priced with an install-free support client.

AnyDesk logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for Linux

AnyDesk

Better-known client with Linux support and a free personal tier.

AnyDesk logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for iPhone and Android

AnyDesk

Better-known client with Linux support and a free personal tier.

TeamViewer logo

Best AnyViewer alternative for working in the browser

TeamViewer

Broader platform support and IT add-ons, free for personal use.

AnyViewer alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to AnyViewer?

AnyDesk ranks first right now. Better-known client with Linux support and a free personal tier. TeamViewer and RustDesk follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to AnyViewer?

Yes. AnyDesk (free plan + paid), TeamViewer (free plan + paid), RustDesk (open source) and Chrome Remote Desktop (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to AnyViewer?

Yes: RustDesk. RustDesk can also be self-hosted.

Which AnyViewer alternatives work on Linux?

AnyDesk, TeamViewer, RustDesk and Chrome Remote Desktop run on Linux.

Why do people switch from AnyViewer?

The complaints we hear most: no Linux client; fewer IT management features than larger rivals; best discounts require multi-year prepayment.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces AnyViewer, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.