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VLC Remote Setup Helper vs Jump Desktop

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

VLC Remote Setup Helper

6.0
Utilities

Set up VLC for VLC Remote

Jump Desktop

6.0
Utilities

Remote desktop application

Metric VLC Remote Setup Helper Jump Desktop
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 6.0 6.0
30-day Installs 10 170
90-day Installs 32 436
365-day Installs 204 1.8K
Version 3.70 9.1.9,90109
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars — 2
GitHub Forks — -
Open Issues — -
License — GPL-3.0
Language — C++
Last GitHub Commit — 7y ago
First Seen Dec 29, 2021 Oct 22, 2017

Reviews

VLC Remote Setup Helper

VLC Remote Setup Helper simplifies the process of configuring VLC media player for remote control using VLC Remote. It streamlines setup, making it easier for users to control VLC from other devices.

Sets up VLC to be controlled remotely via VLC Remote.

Pros

  • + Streamlines the setup process for VLC Remote control
  • + Integrates VLC with mobile devices for remote access
  • + Useful for users seeking remote media control capabilities

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature available
  • - Limited community support and discussion

Jump Desktop

Jump Desktop offers a comprehensive remote desktop experience with support for RDP, VNC, and Fluid protocols, making it ideal for users needing seamless access to multiple devices. Its performance and ease of use are highlighted in user reviews, though its inactive development status raises concerns.

Enables remote desktop access via various protocols, allowing users to connect to multiple devices.

Pros

  • + Supports multiple remote access protocols (RDP, VNC, Fluid)
  • + User-friendly interface with good performance
  • + Positive feedback on ease of use and reliability

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - High cost relative to alternatives