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Also covers open source and self hosted
Sunshine hosts game streams for devices connecting through a Moonlight client.
Alternatives
The Best RustDesk Alternatives in 2026
10 alternatives2 free · 9 open source
Looking for something like RustDesk? Here are 10 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 2 are free or have a free plan and 9 are open source.
RustDesk offers open-source remote desktop access with options to host a server yourself.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionSunshineSunshine hosts game streams for devices connecting through…Free or freemium optionAspiaAspia provides remote desktop control and file transfer…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunshine | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | Aspia | Free | Yes | Android, macOS, Web |
| 3 | Tigervnc | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 4 | Kasm Vnc | — | Yes | — |
| 5 | Screensy | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | Artemis | — | Yes | Android, Windows |
| 7 | Bananas | — | Yes | — |
| 8 | Server | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | Apollo | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | AnyDesk | Freemium | Not stated | — |
All RustDesk alternatives
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Also covers open source · same kind of website · free
Aspia provides remote desktop control and file transfer, with NAT traversal, system information, audio, and chat features.
3
Also covers linux and open source
TigerVNC provides a multi-platform VNC client and server for remote display and desktop interaction.
4
Also covers open source
KasmVNC combines a web-based VNC server and client for remote desktop access.
5
Also covers open source
Screensy combines a server-side rendezvous component with a website for peer-to-peer screen sharing.
6
Also covers open source
Stream a Windows PC game library to Android through Apollo or Sunshine using Artemis.
7
Also covers open source
p2p.kiwi supports screen sharing between devices through a cross-platform peer-to-peer connection.
8
Also covers open source
Screego provides screen sharing for developers and teams working remotely.
9
Also covers open source
Apollo forks Sunshine to stream games using the native resolution of the client device.
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Free plan
Remote desktop software with free personal use and paid professional licensing and management options.
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Alternatives to similar tools
Artemis10 alternativesServer15 alternativesApollo12 alternativesScreensy16 alternativesSunshine11 alternativesAspia13 alternatives
What is the best alternative to RustDesk?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to RustDesk are Sunshine, Aspia, and Tigervnc.
Is there a free alternative to RustDesk?
Yes. Aspia and AnyDesk are free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to RustDesk?
Yes: Sunshine, Aspia, Tigervnc, and Kasm Vnc.
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