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Apollo alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Apollo: windows-only host, and smaller project than Sunshine. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Apollo, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Sunshine currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Parsec logoParsecFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 552.2
  1. Parsec logo

    1. ParsecTop pick

    Best for: Gamers and creative teams who need smooth, high-frame-rate remote sessions

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, Android, Web

    52.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apollo

    Simpler setup with its own clients and built-in remote co-op.

    Pros

    • Very low latency and high frame rates
    • Free personal tier works well for remote gaming
    • Drawing-tablet and multi-monitor support on paid plans

    Cons

    • Hosting requires Windows or macOS, not Linux
    • Needs a decent GPU and connection on the host
    • Team plans cost more than general remote access tools
    Visit Parsec Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.352
    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 Parsec a good Apollo alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Personal use
    Checked Oct 25, 2026parsec.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Warp (individual) price
    $8.33 per user/month, paid annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026parsec.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Teams price
    $30 per user/month, paid annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026parsec.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Host OS
    Windows 10+ or macOS 10.15+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026parsec.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Frame rate
    Up to 240 FPS (60 FPS at 4K)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026parsec.app(opens source in a new tab)

The best Apollo alternative for…

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

Sunshine logo

Best Apollo alternative for most people

Sunshine

The upstream project, with Linux and macOS support and a larger maintainer team.

Steam logo

Best Apollo alternative for a free option

Steam

Steam Remote Play needs almost no configuration for games in your Steam library.

Parsec logo

Best Apollo alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Parsec

Simpler setup with its own clients and built-in remote co-op.

Sunshine logo

Best Apollo alternative for open source

Sunshine

The upstream project, with Linux and macOS support and a larger maintainer team.

Sunshine logo

Best Apollo alternative for self-hosting

Sunshine

The upstream project, with Linux and macOS support and a larger maintainer team.

Sunshine logo

Best Apollo alternative for Mac

Sunshine

The upstream project, with Linux and macOS support and a larger maintainer team.

Sunshine logo

Best Apollo alternative for Windows

Sunshine

The upstream project, with Linux and macOS support and a larger maintainer team.

Sunshine logo

Best Apollo alternative for Linux

Sunshine

The upstream project, with Linux and macOS support and a larger maintainer team.

Steam logo

Best Apollo alternative for iPhone and Android

Steam

Steam Remote Play needs almost no configuration for games in your Steam library.

Parsec logo

Best Apollo alternative for working in the browser

Parsec

Simpler setup with its own clients and built-in remote co-op.

Apollo alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Apollo?

Sunshine ranks first right now. The upstream project, with Linux and macOS support and a larger maintainer team. Parsec and Steam follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Apollo?

Yes. Sunshine (open source), Parsec (free plan + paid) and Steam (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Apollo?

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

Which Apollo alternatives work on Linux?

Sunshine, Parsec and Steam run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Apollo?

The complaints we hear most: windows-only host; smaller project than Sunshine; some features need the Artemis client.

How is this list ranked?

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