Most remote desktop comparison posts are thinly disguised marketing. This one tries not to be. We'll compare three tools — EasyRemote, TeamViewer, AnyDesk — across the dimensions that actually matter, and call out where each is strong and where it isn't.
Disclosure: this post is on EasyRemote's site, so I'm biased. I've tried to flag that bias where it shows up and keep the facts checkable.
The Quick Take
| EasyRemote | TeamViewer | AnyDesk | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | P2P-first, relay fallback | Relay-first | Hybrid, leans P2P |
| End-to-end encryption | Yes (DTLS-SRTP) | Yes (within session) | Yes (TLS 1.2 + AES-256) |
| Free tier | Yes, full features | Free for personal use | Free for personal use |
| Per-user pricing | Yes | Per-channel (concurrent) | Per-license |
| Self-hostable signaling | Yes | No | No (TURN only on Enterprise) |
| Open API for content/admin | Yes | Limited | Limited |
| Founded | 2024 | 2005 | 2014 |
Architecture & Latency
TeamViewer evolved from a relay-first design. It's mature and "just works," but every session by default traverses TeamViewer's global server fleet. If you're in Asia and remoting into an Asian server, your traffic still goes through TeamViewer's chosen route. Latency reflects that.
AnyDesk sits in the middle. Its DeskRT codec is excellent, and it attempts P2P when possible, falling back to relay. Direct connection rate in friendly networks is solid.
EasyRemote is P2P-first. The signaling layer hands off as fast as possible; relay is reserved for genuine NAT traversal failure. For real-time work — design, gaming, dev — the difference is noticeable.
Pricing Models
The pricing model matters more than the headline price.
- TeamViewer sells "channels" (concurrent sessions). Predictable for service desks; expensive for teams where many people remote in occasionally.
- AnyDesk is per-license, with tiers based on session count and features. Reasonable for individuals; complex for orgs.
- EasyRemote is straightforward per-user. Free tier is full-featured (not a crippled demo).
If you're a 10-person engineering team with 6 of you connecting once a week, EasyRemote and AnyDesk are usually cheaper than TeamViewer.
Cross-Platform Parity
| Platform | EasyRemote | TeamViewer | AnyDesk |
|---|---|---|---|
| macOS | Native | Native | Native |
| Windows | Native | Native | Native |
| Linux | Native | Native | Native |
| iOS | (planned) | Yes | Yes |
| Android | (planned) | Yes | Yes |
| Web | Yes | Yes (limited) | Yes (limited) |
TeamViewer and AnyDesk have a 10-year head start on mobile. EasyRemote is desktop-first for now.
Where Each Tool Genuinely Wins
TeamViewer wins when you need:
- Enterprise mobile device management features
- A vendor with two decades of compliance paperwork
- Polished consumer-facing remote support (your IT helping non-technical users)
AnyDesk wins when you need:
- The smoothest possible video over poor links (DeskRT codec is genuinely good)
- A balance of features and price
- Strong individual / freelancer tooling
EasyRemote wins when you need:
- Low latency above everything else
- Self-hosted control (signaling can be self-hosted)
- An open API for automation, content sync, admin workflows
- Straightforward per-user pricing
- Privacy-first defaults (E2EE, no traffic through vendor by default)
Honest Weaknesses
For balance:
- EasyRemote has the smallest community, no mobile yet, and the youngest codebase. If you need a tool with 15 years of corner cases ironed out, this isn't it yet.
- TeamViewer has had public security incidents (2016) and ongoing licensing complexity that frustrates customers.
- AnyDesk had a notable security breach in early 2024 that required password resets for all customers.
How to Decide
Try the free tier of each on your real network with your real machines. Measure:
- Time from "Connect" to first frame
- Subjective lag when dragging windows or typing in a code editor
- Stability over a 30-minute session
- How easy it is to set up unattended access for your own machines
The right tool is the one that disappears from your awareness. Anything you have to fight with isn't it.
What to Read Next
- Why P2P matters: The Complete Guide to P2P Remote Desktop
- The engineering: P2P vs Relay-Based Remote Desktop
- Setup for teams: How to Set Up Remote Desktop Access for Your Team