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Petal vs AnyDesk
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Petal
7.0Multi-window screen sharing where each shared window becomes a native window
AnyDesk
6.5Allows connection to a computer remotely
| Metric | Petal | AnyDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Communication | Communication |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 6 | 1.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 6 | 4.3K |
| 365-day Installs | 6 | 18.8K |
| Version | 0.9.32 | 9.8.1 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 325 | 260 |
| GitHub Forks | 12 | 37 |
| Open Issues | 17 | 4 |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Unlicense |
| Language | Rust | Batchfile |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2d ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Oct 16, 2026 | Apr 24, 2017 |
Reviews
Petal
Petal is a multi-window screen-sharing tool that transforms shared windows into native desktop windows, ideal for remote collaboration and teamwork.
Enables multi-window screen sharing where each shared window becomes a native window on participants' desktops.
Pros
- + Open-source and built with Rust for performance and safety.
- + Active development with a responsive community.
- + Ideal for remote collaboration and teamwork.
Cons
- - Low installation count suggests limited testing and adoption.
- - Past issues with stability and compatibility.
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