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TeamViewer Host vs RustDesk

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

TeamViewer Host

7.5
Communication

Remote connectivity solution

RustDesk

8.0
Communication

Open source virtual/remote desktop application

Metric TeamViewer Host RustDesk
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 7.5 8.0
30-day Installs 22 2.7K
90-day Installs 88 8.3K
365-day Installs 524 21.2K
Version 15 1.4.6
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 109.0K
GitHub Forks 16.2K
Open Issues 99
License AGPL-3.0
Language Rust
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago
First Seen May 2, 2017 May 28, 2022

Reviews

TeamViewer Host

TeamViewer Host enables remote access and control of devices, offering features like screen sharing, file transfer, and remote support. It's ideal for users needing remote device management or providing technical assistance.

Enables remote access and control of other computers.

Pros

  • + Ease of use and reliability
  • + Compatibility with multiple platforms
  • + Comprehensive feature set

Cons

  • - No open-source version
  • - Potential complexity for advanced configurations

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