AnyDesk

A fast, lightweight remote desktop client with a free personal tier and tiered business licences.

Free plan + paidSelf-hostableRemote desktop software

Verified facts: 5 of 5
Alternatives ranked: 5
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About AnyDesk

AnyDesk is a remote desktop app built around its own low-latency codec, so sessions tend to feel responsive even on slower connections. You install a small client, share an ID or address, and the other side accepts; unattended access with a password is also available for your own machines. It is a common pick for small IT shops and freelancers who find TeamViewer pricey, and the free version covers personal use with some session limits. Paid licences come in Solo, Standard, Advanced and Ultimate tiers that add more users, simultaneous sessions, address books, custom-branded clients and management features. The top Ultimate tier can run on an on-premises appliance for organisations that cannot route traffic through AnyDesk's cloud. Clients cover Windows going back to XP, macOS, Linux, Raspberry Pi, iOS and Android. AnyDesk is a frequent tool of phone scammers posing as tech support, so only accept sessions from people you contacted yourself.

Best for: Freelancers and small IT teams wanting a quick, light client at a lower price than TeamViewer.

What works

Small client that starts quickly and stays responsive on weak links
Free tier for personal use
Supports very old Windows versions
On-premises option on the top tier

Why people leave

Free sessions time out and need restarting
Many useful management features sit in higher tiers
Widely abused by tech-support scammers, so some firms block it

Top AnyDesk alternatives

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1
TeamViewer
The more established option with more add-ons, if broader IT features matter more than price.
66.5
2
RustDesk
Open-source with a similar ID-based workflow, and you can run the relay server yourself.
62.6
3
Splashtop
Comparable speed with straightforward annual pricing for individuals and teams.
59.6
4
Supremo
Another light, install-free client with low prices and free non-professional use.
57.2
5
HelpWire
Free remote support that allows commercial use, for small shops that only need the basics.
55.3

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AnyDesk: common questions

Is AnyDesk free?

AnyDesk has a free plan and paid plans. Free version limits: Session timeouts (checked on AnyDesk's own site).

Is AnyDesk open source?

No, AnyDesk is not open source. Open-source alternatives include RustDesk.

What platforms does AnyDesk run on?

AnyDesk is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.

What are the best alternatives to AnyDesk?

The highest-ranked AnyDesk alternatives right now are TeamViewer, RustDesk and Splashtop. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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AnyDesk facts

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Licence tiers: Solo, Standard, Advanced, Ultimate; Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab); “AnyDesk offers the following licenses: Solo Standard Advanced Ultimate”
On-premises: Yes, with the Ultimate licence; Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab); “License: Ultimate The AnyDesk On-Premises lets you host your own AnyDesk appliance server on your internal network, using either physical or virtual hardware.”
Oldest Windows supported: Windows XP SP2; Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab); “Desktop operating systems Operating System Supported Versions Notes Windows Windows XP SP2 and later”
macOS support: macOS 11 Big Sur and later; Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab); “macOS 11 Big Sur and later”
Free version limits: Session timeouts; Checked Oct 25, 2026support.anydesk.com(opens source in a new tab); “If you want to avoid session timeouts altogether, consider upgrading to a paid license.”