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Moonlight vs RustDesk
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Moonlight
8.0GameStream client
RustDesk
8.0Open source virtual/remote desktop application
| Metric | Moonlight | RustDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Communication |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2.3K | 3.5K |
| 90-day Installs | 5.1K | 9.3K |
| 365-day Installs | 12.9K | 28.3K |
| Version | 6.1.0 | 1.4.9 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 16.4K | 109.0K |
| GitHub Forks | 993 | 16.2K |
| Open Issues | 511 | 99 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | Rust |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6mo ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | May 28, 2022 |
Reviews
Moonlight
Moonlight is a GameStream client enabling gamers to stream games from a remote server to their devices. It supports multiple platforms, including macOS, Linux, Windows, and Steam Link, making it ideal for cross-platform gaming experiences.
Streams games from a remote server to your device.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support for various devices
- + Active development with regular updates
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some ongoing issues on macOS
RustDesk
RustDesk is an open-source remote desktop application designed as a self-hosted alternative to TeamViewer. It offers secure, cross-platform remote access and control, making it ideal for users seeking privacy and flexibility.
Enables remote access and control of other computers, providing a secure and efficient alternative to proprietary solutions.
Pros
- + Open-source and self-hostable, ensuring privacy and control
- + Written in Rust, offering performance and security advantages
- + Active and large community with high GitHub engagement
- + Regular updates and strong development activity
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Potential privacy concerns with Chinese root certificates