AnyDesk vs RustDesk
RustDesk wins on self-hosting and open source; AnyDesk wins on a polished, low-latency client and a custom branded build.
| AnyDesk | RustDesk | |
|---|---|---|
| status | paid · trial desktop download | open source desktop download |
| platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, web, mobile, Raspberry Pi, FreeBSD | Windows, macOS, Linux, web, mobile |
| licence | Paid (trial) · proprietary; free for personal use | Open source · AGPL-3.0 |
| price | Free for personal use; business from ~$15/mo (billed yearly) | Free; optional paid Pro / self-hosted server |
| summary | Low-latency remote desktop built around the DeskRT codec. | Open-source remote desktop you can host entirely on your own infrastructure. |