dualmon vs MeshCentral

dualmon provides remote access and remote support for computers, along with browser-based online meetings. It supports Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and web access, with file transfer, session recording, and mobile apps. Remote users can connect at any time, and the system can reconnect after a remote reboot. Support providers can deploy dualmon remotely to connect to users and assist them. Meeting tools include screen annotation, shared control, calendar integration, meeting history, and presentation recording; the maker says meetings integrate with Outlook, Google Calendar, and others. Security controls include two-factor authentication, IP whitelisting, screen blanking, and input locking. The maker says data transfers use SSL encryption. A free account is offered for personal or business use, and there is also a 14-day trial. Paid choices include individual and small-office options, Remote Assist at $99/year with 20 user accounts and five unattended computers, and enterprise plans sized by remote computer count. Listed enterprise prices run from $99/year for 10 computers to $999/year for 1,000 computers, with intermediate capacities also listed. Enterprise plans include unlimited user accounts. The company describes itself as independent, privately held, and headquartered in Southern California.

MeshCentral is an open-source, self-hosted web application for remote management of computers. From a browser, users can reach managed systems’ desktops and terminals, and download, upload, rename, or organize their files. Support sessions can include text chat and, when WebRTC is available, video chat. Administration tools include Wake-on-LAN, remote power management, TCP and UDP port forwarding, and activity logs. Multiple users and tenants can work with separate permissions across device groups. With Intel AMT, supported computers can be powered on remotely, accessed at BIOS level, and managed while their operating system is unavailable. MeshCentral supports Windows, Linux, macOS, FreeBSD, Android, and web browsers, with file transfer, session recording, and mobile apps. Installation uses Node.js and npm; the default database is NeDB, while MongoDB is suggested for advanced users. Security options listed include two-factor authentication, FIDO2 hardware keys, TLS 1.3, and optional database record encryption. It can retrieve configuration and secrets from HashiCorp Vault. The project uses the Apache 2.0 license and offers a free plan.