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AnyDesk vs Parsec

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

AnyDesk

6.5
Communication

Allows connection to a computer remotely

Parsec

6.0
Productivity

Remote desktop

Metric AnyDesk Parsec
Category Communication Productivity
AI Score 6.5 6.0
30-day Installs 1.7K 524
90-day Installs 5.2K 1.7K
365-day Installs 17.9K 5.3K
Version 9.7.0 150-103a
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 260 881
GitHub Forks 37 99
Open Issues 4 53
License Unlicense NOASSERTION
Language Batchfile Haskell
Last GitHub Commit 10mo ago 10mo ago
First Seen Apr 24, 2017 Jan 27, 2018

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

Parsec

Parsec is a remote desktop application that offers open-source solutions for remote access, particularly beneficial for users preferring open-source tools. It supports remote control of other computers, enhancing productivity for remote work scenarios.

Parsec allows users to remotely access and control other computers, facilitating remote work and collaboration.

Pros

  • + Open-source
  • + Remote desktop functionality
  • + Acquired by Unity

Cons

  • - No auto-updates
  • - Potential performance issues