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Remmina alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Remmina: linux only, and client only, with no relay or attended-support mode. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Remmina, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Remote Desktop Manager currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Windows App logoWindows AppFreeNoWindows, macOS, iOS +24 of 459.6
2Apache Guacamole logoApache GuacamoleOpen sourceYesWeb, Self-hosted3 of 355.3
  1. Windows App logo

    1. Windows AppTop pick

    Best for: People and companies connecting to Windows PCs, Azure Virtual Desktop or Windows 365

    FreeWindows, macOS, iOS, Android, Web

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Remmina

    Microsoft's own RDP client on Windows, Mac and mobile.

    Pros

    • Free client using native RDP for smooth Windows sessions
    • One app for Cloud PCs, virtual desktops and regular PCs
    • Available on desktop, mobile, web and VR headsets

    Cons

    • Only connects to Windows targets
    • Personal Microsoft accounts can't sign in to the cloud features
    • Not designed for ad-hoc support of someone else's machine
    Visit Windows App 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 Windows App a good Remmina alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Connects to
    Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, Dev Box, RDS, PCs
    Checked Oct 25, 2026learn.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOS, Android/ChromeOS, web, Meta Quest
    Checked Oct 25, 2026learn.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Replaces
    Microsoft Remote Desktop client
    Checked Oct 25, 2026learn.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Account for sign-in
    Work or school account
    Checked Oct 25, 2026learn.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Apache Guacamole logo

    2. Apache Guacamole

    Best for: Admins who want browser-based access to internal RDP, VNC and SSH hosts through one gateway

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Remmina

    Browser-based gateway to the same protocols for a whole team.

    Pros

    • Nothing to install for end users beyond a browser
    • One gateway for RDP, VNC and SSH
    • Free under the Apache licence
    • Supports MFA, LDAP and session recording

    Cons

    • You must run and secure the server yourself
    • Targets still need RDP, VNC or SSH enabled
    • Setup and configuration are fiddly for beginners
    Visit Apache Guacamole Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    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 Apache Guacamole a good Remmina alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    License
    Apache-2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Protocols
    VNC, RDP, SSH
    Checked Oct 25, 2026guacamole.apache.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Client install
    None, browser only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026guacamole.apache.org(opens source in a new tab)

The best Remmina alternative for…

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

Remote Desktop Manager logo

Best Remmina alternative for most people

Remote Desktop Manager

Cross-platform connection manager with shared vaults for teams.

Windows App logo

Best Remmina alternative for a free option

Windows App

Microsoft's own RDP client on Windows, Mac and mobile.

Royal TS logo

Best Remmina alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Royal TS

Polished connection manager for Windows and Mac with team sharing.

Apache Guacamole logo

Best Remmina alternative for open source

Apache Guacamole

Browser-based gateway to the same protocols for a whole team.

Apache Guacamole logo

Best Remmina alternative for self-hosting

Apache Guacamole

Browser-based gateway to the same protocols for a whole team.

NoMachine logo

Best Remmina alternative for Mac

NoMachine

Its own fast protocol with easy access over the internet.

Remote Desktop Manager logo

Best Remmina alternative for Windows

Remote Desktop Manager

Cross-platform connection manager with shared vaults for teams.

Remote Desktop Manager logo

Best Remmina alternative for Linux

Remote Desktop Manager

Cross-platform connection manager with shared vaults for teams.

Remote Desktop Manager logo

Best Remmina alternative for iPhone and Android

Remote Desktop Manager

Cross-platform connection manager with shared vaults for teams.

Windows App logo

Best Remmina alternative for working in the browser

Windows App

Microsoft's own RDP client on Windows, Mac and mobile.

Remmina alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Remmina?

Remote Desktop Manager ranks first right now. Cross-platform connection manager with shared vaults for teams. Royal TS and Windows App follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Remmina?

Yes. Remote Desktop Manager (free plan + paid), Royal TS (free plan + paid), Windows App (free) and Apache Guacamole (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Remmina?

Yes: Apache Guacamole. Apache Guacamole can also be self-hosted.

Which Remmina alternatives work on Linux?

Remote Desktop Manager and NoMachine run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Remmina?

The complaints we hear most: linux only; client only, with no relay or attended-support mode; plugin quality varies between protocols.

How is this list ranked?

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