DWService vs MeshCentral
DWService
dwservice.net
MeshCentral
meshcentral.comSide by side
| Figure | DWService | MeshCentral |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3.33/mo | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 10 | 1 |
| Spec score · Remote support tools | 9.5 (#1) | 8.7 (#10) |
| Spec score · Unattended Remote Access Software | 9.3 (#1) | 8.4 (#7) |
| Spec score · Remote Desktop Access Software | 9.3 (#1) | 8.4 (#7) |
| Spec score · Remote Support Software | 9.3 (#2) | 8.4 (#15) |
| Spec score · Remote desktop software | 9.1 (#11) | 8.7 (#26) |
| Access mode | both | both |
| File management | Files and Folders supports remote upload and download plus configurable shared-folder permissions. | Users can remotely download, upload, rename, and organize files on managed systems. |
| File transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile apps | Yes | Yes |
| Remote access | DWService enables remote access to systems through a standard web browser after installing DWAgent on the remote device. | It provides browser-based remote desktop and terminal access to managed computers. |
| Security | The service says communications use TCP port 443 and are encrypted using an SSL certificate, and that passwords are stored as hashes. | The security features page lists two-factor authentication, FIDO2 hardware keys, TLS 1.3, and optional database record encryption. |
| Supported platforms | Windows,Linux,macOS,Android,web browser | Windows,Linux,macOS,FreeBSD,Android,web browser |
Plans
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
MeshCentral
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.