Chrome Remote Desktop vs ShowMyPC

Struggling to choose between Chrome Remote Desktop and ShowMyPC? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

Chrome Remote Desktop is a Remote Work & Education solution with tags like remote-desktop, screen-sharing, remote-control.

It boasts features such as Screen sharing, Remote desktop access, Cross-platform - works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Easy setup - just need a Google account, Secure connections - uses TLS, Remote printing, File transfer, Audio support, Mobile apps available and pros including Free, Easy to use, No installation or configuration required on client side, Works through web browser, Secure remote access.

On the other hand, ShowMyPC is a Remote Work & Education product tagged with remote-access, screen-sharing, remote-support, file-transfer.

Its standout features include Remote desktop access, Screen sharing, Remote control, File transfer, Chat, Multi-monitor support, Recording sessions, Unattended access, Mobile apps, and it shines with pros like Easy to use, Fast performance, Secure encrypted connections, Mobile access, Affordable pricing.

Feature	Chrome Remote Desktop	ShowMyPC
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Remote Work & Education	Remote Work & Education

Product Overview

Chrome Remote Desktop

Description: Chrome Remote Desktop is a remote access software that allows users to remotely connect to another computer through Chrome browser or Chromebook. It facilitates remote control and screen sharing between computers.

ShowMyPC

Description: ShowMyPC is a remote access software that allows users to remotely connect to computers to provide remote support and access files and applications. It enables screen sharing, remote control, and file transfers.

Key Features Comparison

Chrome Remote Desktop Features

• Screen sharing
• Remote desktop access
• Cross-platform - works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS
• Easy setup - just need a Google account
• Secure connections - uses TLS
• Remote printing
• File transfer
• Audio support
• Mobile apps available

ShowMyPC Features

• Remote desktop access
• Screen sharing
• Remote control
• File transfer
• Chat
• Multi-monitor support
• Recording sessions
• Unattended access
• Mobile apps

Pros & Cons Analysis

Chrome Remote Desktop

Pros

• Free
• Easy to use
• No installation or configuration required on client side
• Works through web browser
• Secure remote access

Cons

• Limited customization options
• Requires Chrome browser
• No multi-monitor support
• Can be slower than other RDP solutions

ShowMyPC

Pros

• Easy to use
• Fast performance
• Secure encrypted connections
• Mobile access
• Affordable pricing

Cons

• Limited customization options
• No webcam sharing
• Maximum of 5 concurrent sessions in basic plan

Pricing Comparison

Chrome Remote Desktop

• Free

ShowMyPC

• Freemium
• Subscription-Based