RealVNC Connect vs Xpra

RealVNC Connect

Description: RealVNC Connect is a remote access and remote control software that allows users to securely access and control computers over the internet or local network. It utilizes the VNC protocol for remote access.

Type: software

Pricing: Freemium

Xpra

Description: Xpra is an open source tool that allows you to run graphical applications remotely over a network. It is designed for low latency and allows you to access applications with high interactivity, even over low bandwidth connections.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

RealVNC Connect Features

• Remote desktop access
• File transfer
• Multi-monitor support
• Encrypted connections
• Cross-platform support (Windows, Mac, Linux, Raspberry Pi, iOS, Android)
• Unattended access
• Remote printing

Xpra Features

• Remote access to GUI applications
• Session sharing - allows multiple clients to connect to the same session
• Tabbed user interface
• Audio support - forwards sound from the remote application to the client
• Clipboard synchronization between client and server
• Compression of images sent over the network
• Encryption of data stream using SSL/SSH
• Cross-platform - clients and servers available for Linux, Windows and macOS

RealVNC Connect

• Freemium

Xpra

• Open Source