Remote.it vs Chrome Remote Desktop

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

Remote.it is a Remote Work & Education solution with tags like remote-access, remote-support, it-management, screen-sharing.

It boasts features such as Screen sharing, Unattended remote access, Remote printing, File transfer, Remote reboot, Remote command prompt, Mobile device support, Multi-platform support (Windows, Mac, Linux), Remote monitoring, Chat, Annotations and pros including Easy to use interface, No client software required, Works through firewalls and proxies, Secure encrypted connections, Mobile apps available, Integrates with help desk platforms.

On the other hand, Chrome Remote Desktop is a Remote Work & Education product tagged with remote-desktop, screen-sharing, remote-control.

Its standout features include 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 it shines with pros like Free, Easy to use, No installation or configuration required on client side, Works through web browser, Secure remote access.

Feature	Remote.it	Chrome Remote Desktop
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Primary Category	Remote Work & Education	Remote Work & Education

Product Overview

Remote.it

Description: Remote.it is a remote access and remote support software that allows IT professionals to remotely connect to computers and mobile devices to fix issues, provide support, and manage devices. It offers features like screen sharing, unattended access, multi-platform support, and mobile device support.

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.

Key Features Comparison

Remote.it Features

• Screen sharing
• Unattended remote access
• Remote printing
• File transfer
• Remote reboot
• Remote command prompt
• Mobile device support
• Multi-platform support (Windows, Mac, Linux)
• Remote monitoring
• Chat
• Annotations

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

Pros & Cons Analysis

Remote.it

Pros

• Easy to use interface
• No client software required
• Works through firewalls and proxies
• Secure encrypted connections
• Mobile apps available
• Integrates with help desk platforms

Cons

• Limited free plan
• Can be expensive for larger teams
• Lacks some advanced features of competitors

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

Pricing Comparison

Remote.it

• Freemium
• Subscription-Based

Chrome Remote Desktop

• Free