Distant Desktop vs DWService
Distant Desktop
distantdesktop.com
DWService
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| Figure | Distant Desktop | DWService |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $2.41/mo | $3.33/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | Yes |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 10 |
| Spec score · Work From Home Software | 8.8 (#6) | 9.4 (#2) |
| Spec score · Remote desktop software | 8.4 (#46) | 9.1 (#11) |
| Access mode | both | both |
| File transfer | Users can send files and folders between their computer and the remote host. | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Security | The vendor says it uses AES-based protection and SRTP for video, audio, and file transfer. | The service says communications use TCP port 443 and are encrypted using an SSL certificate, and that passwords are stored as hashes. |
| Support | Support options include an FAQ, a user manual, and direct contact; the About page says they usually respond within an hour. | The company says its activities include supporting and assisting customers and users. |
| Supported platforms | Windows,macOS | Windows,Linux,macOS,Android,web browser |
Plans
Distant Desktop
- Solo$3.33 a month
- Pro$4.16 a month
- 3 Pro Licenses$3.31 a month
- 5 Pro Licenses$2.90 a month
- 10 Pro Licenses$2.41 a month
- FreeFree
DWService
- FreeFree
- Entry$4 a month
- Lite$6 a month
- Basic$12 a month
- Advanced$30 a month
- Professional$60 a month
- Premium$120 a month
- Entry$40 a year
- Lite$60 a year
- Basic$120 a year
In their own words
Distant Desktop
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