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AnyDesk vs NoMachine

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

AnyDesk

6.5
Communication

Allows connection to a computer remotely

NoMachine

7.0
Communication

Remote desktop software

Metric AnyDesk NoMachine
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 6.5 7.0
30-day Installs 1.7K 405
90-day Installs 5.2K 1.1K
365-day Installs 17.9K 3.0K
Version 9.7.0 9.4.14_1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 260
GitHub Forks 37
Open Issues 4
License Unlicense
Language Batchfile
Last GitHub Commit 10mo ago
First Seen Apr 24, 2017 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

AnyDesk

AnyDesk is a peer-to-peer remote desktop tool known for its low-latency connections and real-time screen sharing. It supports cross-platform use and benefits IT professionals and remote workers who need efficient and reliable access to remote systems.

Enables remote access to other computers via a P2P connection.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform support
  • + Low-latency specialized codec
  • + Lightweight and efficient

Cons

  • - No auto-updates
  • - Recent security incidents

NoMachine

NoMachine offers a lightweight remote desktop solution ideal for accessing Linux and other operating systems. It excels in performance and ease of use, making it suitable for both personal and team collaboration needs.

Enables remote access to desktops and applications across different operating systems.

Pros

  • + Lightweight and efficient remote desktop experience
  • + Strong support for Linux and cross-platform compatibility
  • + High performance with low bandwidth usage
  • + Free tier available with sufficient features for many users
  • + Integration with cloud and virtualization services

Cons

  • - Interface may be less intuitive for some users
  • - Free version has limitations in features