GoToMyPC vs MeshCentral

GoToMyPC remotely connects users to a home or office computer’s files, applications, programs, and network. It supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and web browsers, with both app and browser access. Browser connections are zero-download on all three listed plans, and mobile apps support iOS and Android. Remote capabilities include file transfer, multi-monitor support, remote sound, remote printing, guest invitations, and session diagnostics. Security features listed by the maker include multifactor authentication, host access codes, antivirus, security scoring, and 256-bit AES encryption. Each plan is marked compliant with SOC 2, GDPR, PCI, and HIPAA. Personal is for one user, Pro adds shared-device and account administration, and Corporate adds multiple administrators, remote deployment, granular settings, single sign-on, APIs, RADIUS Server, and real-time chat. A seven-day trial requires no credit card or commitment; there is no free plan.

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.