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TeamViewer alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave TeamViewer: free users can be flagged for suspected commercial use, and business plans are annual only and add up quickly with add-ons. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces TeamViewer, 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
1Chrome Remote Desktop logoChrome Remote DesktopFreeNoWeb, Windows, macOS +33 of 357.2
2Zoho Assist logoZoho AssistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 455.3
  1. Chrome Remote Desktop logo

    1. Chrome Remote DesktopTop pick

    Best for: Home users who want free, simple access to their own computers

    FreeWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from TeamViewer

    Completely free with a Google account and no commercial-use checks.

    Pros

    • Free with no commercial-use restrictions
    • Works from any modern browser
    • One-time codes make quick help sessions easy

    Cons

    • Few admin, logging or team features
    • Basic file transfer and multi-monitor support
    • Requires a Google account on both ends
    Visit Chrome Remote Desktop Compare with TeamViewerDetails 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 Chrome Remote Desktop a good TeamViewer alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Host platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Support codes
    Single-use access codes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Unattended access
    PIN-protected
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Zoho Assist logo

    2. Zoho Assist

    Best for: Help desks wanting inexpensive cloud remote support, especially those already using Zoho

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from TeamViewer

    Lower-priced remote support with a lasting free plan, handy for small IT teams.

    Pros

    • Permanent free edition
    • Low per-technician pricing
    • Supports customers on desktop and mobile platforms
    • Ties into Zoho Desk and other help desks

    Cons

    • Attended and unattended plans are sold separately
    • Interface feels utilitarian
    • Free edition is limited to basic sessions
    Visit Zoho Assist 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 Zoho Assist a good TeamViewer alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    15 days, no credit card
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, lifetime free version
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Supported devices
    Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Chromebook
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Remote Support sessions
    Unlimited ad-hoc sessions per technician
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best TeamViewer alternative for…

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

AnyDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for most people

AnyDesk

The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier.

RustDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for a free option

RustDesk

Open-source and self-hostable, so connections go through your own relay instead of a vendor's cloud.

Splashtop logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Splashtop

Usually much cheaper per user for the same unattended access and support features.

RustDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for open source

RustDesk

Open-source and self-hostable, so connections go through your own relay instead of a vendor's cloud.

ConnectWise ScreenConnect logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for self-hosting

ConnectWise ScreenConnect

Popular with managed service providers and available as an on-premises install.

Chrome Remote Desktop logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for Mac

Chrome Remote Desktop

Completely free with a Google account and no commercial-use checks.

Zoho Assist logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for Windows

Zoho Assist

Lower-priced remote support with a lasting free plan, handy for small IT teams.

AnyDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for Linux

AnyDesk

The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier.

AnyDesk logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for iPhone and Android

AnyDesk

The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier.

Chrome Remote Desktop logo

Best TeamViewer alternative for working in the browser

Chrome Remote Desktop

Completely free with a Google account and no commercial-use checks.

TeamViewer alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to TeamViewer?

AnyDesk ranks first right now. The closest like-for-like rival, with a lighter client and its own free personal tier. RustDesk and Splashtop follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to TeamViewer?

Yes. AnyDesk (free plan + paid), RustDesk (open source), Splashtop (free plan + paid) 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 TeamViewer?

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

Which TeamViewer alternatives work on Linux?

AnyDesk, RustDesk, Splashtop, Chrome Remote Desktop and Zoho Assist run on Linux.

Why do people switch from TeamViewer?

The complaints we hear most: free users can be flagged for suspected commercial use; business plans are annual only and add up quickly with add-ons; interface has become crowded as the product widened.

How is this list ranked?

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