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RealVNC Connect vs Chrome Remote Desktop Comparison (2026)

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RealVNC Connect

Chrome Remote Desktop

Overview

Enjoy seamless, instant connectivity with VNC Connect. No software install. Zero footprint. Cross-platform screen sharing, end-to-end encryption, simple session code authorization, user consent warning, reboot & automatic resume, transfer files, print & chat. Branding and customization available.

Chrome Remote Desktop is a remote support and access solution that utilizes Google's secure infrastructure to connect to any remote device such as phone, computer, or tablet.

Platforms supported

Web-based
iPhone app
Android app
Windows Phone app

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Customer support

Phone
Online
Knowledge base
Video tutorials

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Platforms supported

Web-based
iPhone app
Android app
Windows Phone app

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Customer support

Phone
Online
Knowledge base
Video tutorials

view more detailsview details

Video & Screenshots

No videos yet

Pricing

Starting from

8.25

Per month

Free trial available
Credit cardless trial
Free account
Subscription based

Starting from

Free

Free trial available
Credit cardless trial
Free account
Subscription based

User reviews

4.4

167

100

Value for money

Ease of use

Features

Customer support

74%

would recommend this app

4.5

107

Value for money

Ease of use

Features

Customer support

82%

would recommend this app

Pros

“Transferring files should have a default path automatically go into the downloads folder instead of picking a path manually and vise versa for getting files transferred back to me.”

Leah T.

IT Coordinator

“Allows us to easily connect to machines on our network when we need to offer remote assistance”

John B.

Systems Administrator

“Not too much, the login of the account ( not remote access) is a little bit complicated because of security reason, I guess”

Ark L.

Reseacher

Pros

“It helps me to be able to log in to the work computer to pull reports, troubleshoot and train those struggling with something in the office.”

Michelle D.

Admin, Marketing, Webmaster, Bookkeeper, Other

“The user interface is very simple, and the learning curve is almost nonexistent, making it accessible even for beginners.”

Brooks L.

Education and Learning Administrator

“Chrome Remote Desktop is an amazing application designed by Google that allows users to access another device that is connected to the internet. ”

Parker W.

Teacher

Cons

“Then, at renewal time, I was unable to change my subscription unless I wanted to add on, was concerned about getting over charged but couldn't turn off auto-renew or remove my card or even see what I would be charged until the day before my card was charged, even though I had attempted to contact support multiple times already with no response.”

Patrick R.

Owner, Consultant

“HORRIBLE, no technical support, very poor customer service, cannot depend on the application or their support, other options to choose from, not recommended.”

PAul C.

Owner

“RealVNC Connect can sometimes be detected as a virus by some anti-virus software.”

Yohan S.

Engineer

Cons

“I use a lot of CRM tools like different motive, DAT, and realtime monitoring sites for my work and it crashes quiet a bit too often for my liking which is an inconvenience”