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ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave ConnectWise ScreenConnect: no free plan, and self-hosted servers need prompt security patching. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces ConnectWise ScreenConnect, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Splashtop currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1MeshCentral logoMeshCentralOpen sourceYesWeb, Self-hosted, Windows +23 of 357.2
  1. MeshCentral logo

    1. MeshCentralTop pick

    Best for: Small IT teams and home-labbers wanting a free self-hosted remote management portal

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted, Windows, macOS, Linux

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from ConnectWise ScreenConnect

    Free self-hosted alternative for shops comfortable running their own server.

    Pros

    • Free with no per-device or per-technician fees
    • Remote desktop, terminal and files in one web console
    • Agents for Windows, Linux, macOS and FreeBSD

    Cons

    • You run, secure and update the server
    • Interface is dated and dense
    • Less polished mobile support than commercial tools
    Visit MeshCentral Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    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 MeshCentral a good ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    License
    Apache-2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Agent platforms
    Windows, Linux, macOS, FreeBSD
    Checked Oct 25, 2026meshcentral.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Distribution
    Free on npm
    Checked Oct 25, 2026meshcentral.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for…

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

Splashtop logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for most people

Splashtop

Splashtop's support plans cost less for small MSPs and include unattended access.

MeshCentral logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for a free option

MeshCentral

Free self-hosted alternative for shops comfortable running their own server.

GoTo Resolve logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

GoTo Resolve

Combines remote support with monitoring and patching in one per-endpoint plan.

MeshCentral logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for open source

MeshCentral

Free self-hosted alternative for shops comfortable running their own server.

BeyondTrust Remote Support logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for self-hosting

BeyondTrust Remote Support

Enterprise-grade auditing and privileged access controls for regulated industries.

Zoho Assist logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for Mac

Zoho Assist

Cheaper per-technician pricing with a permanent free tier to start.

TeamViewer logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for Windows

TeamViewer

Broader brand familiarity among end users being supported.

Splashtop logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for Linux

Splashtop

Splashtop's support plans cost less for small MSPs and include unattended access.

Splashtop logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for iPhone and Android

Splashtop

Splashtop's support plans cost less for small MSPs and include unattended access.

GoTo Resolve logo

Best ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternative for working in the browser

GoTo Resolve

Combines remote support with monitoring and patching in one per-endpoint plan.

ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to ConnectWise ScreenConnect?

Splashtop ranks first right now. Splashtop's support plans cost less for small MSPs and include unattended access. BeyondTrust Remote Support and GoTo Resolve follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to ConnectWise ScreenConnect?

Yes. Splashtop (free plan + paid), GoTo Resolve (free plan + paid), MeshCentral (open source) and Zoho Assist (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to ConnectWise ScreenConnect?

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

Which ConnectWise ScreenConnect alternatives work on Linux?

Splashtop, BeyondTrust Remote Support, MeshCentral, Zoho Assist and TeamViewer run on Linux.

Why do people switch from ConnectWise ScreenConnect?

The complaints we hear most: no free plan; self-hosted servers need prompt security patching; console takes time to learn and customise.

How is this list ranked?

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