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Remote access compared: RuDesk and 6 alternatives
Compare RuDesk with six other products by remote support features, platforms, infrastructure and cost.
Data checked on 20 September 2026
At a glance
RuDesk is free, with no time, device or commercial-use limits, using our servers in Russia. RuDesktop’s published cloud offer includes a free mode limited to two hours a day. The free editions of AnyDesk and TeamViewer are for personal, non-commercial use. RustDesk Server OSS is free to self-host, but its deployment, updates and administration remain your responsibility.
You only pay for the work we do: if you need a server within your own network, installation, configuration and ongoing support are quoted separately. The product itself remains free.
Work tools without an app subscription: remote desktop, file transfer, shared clipboard, unattended access, multiple monitors, address book, terminal and TCP tunnelling. Individual modes depend on the platform and device settings.
What does the first year cost?
01A scenario with 5 concurrent connections: a typical support team. First-year costs, with the cost basis stated for each option.
| Product | Cost | Free-version conditions |
|---|---|---|
| RuDesk App and our hosted infrastructure | $0 | No time, device or commercial-use limits |
| RustDesk (OSS) Own server; hosting and administration are extra | $0 + hosting | Self-hosted deployment, updates and administration are your responsibility |
| RustDesk Server Pro Basic Annual licence; hosting is extra | From USD 23.88/month, annual billing | Current plan terms and hosting are listed by the vendor |
| RuDesktop cloud Published cloud tariff | From ≈$25 per connection/month | Free mode: up to 2 hours a day |
| Assistent Corporation Cloud; 5 connections; perpetual licence | Quote from the vendor or partner | Free for personal, educational and non-commercial use |
| RuDesktop on-premises Published on-premises offer | From ≈$1,886 plus connections | — |
| AnyDesk Standard Standard, annual billing; terms vary by region | From USD 39.92/month, annual billing | Personal non-commercial use only |
| TeamViewer Availability and price depend on the vendor or reseller | Sales discontinued in Russia | Personal use; suspected commercial use can restrict connections |
Prices and plan limits change regularly. We show public starting prices where the vendor publishes them; for products sold by quotation, request a current commercial offer. Hosting, taxes, extra connections and support may be charged separately. We do not convert currencies using an arbitrary exchange rate.
Data checked on 20 September 2026
The full comparison
027 products. 23 criteria: application features, platforms and terms of use.
| Criterion | RuDesk | AnyDesk | TeamViewer | RustDesk | RuDesktop | Assistent | PRO32 Connect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remote desktop control | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| File transfer | Yes, file manager | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes; up to 50 MB on free plan |
| Shared clipboard | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Unattended access | Yes, once configured | Yes, once configured | Yes, once configured | Yes, once configured | Yes, once configured | Yes, once configured | Yes; 1 device on free plan |
| Multiple monitors | Yes, display selection | Yes | Yes | Yes; OS-dependent | Yes | Yes, one or all displays | Confirm for the agent version |
| Address book and device list | Yes, contacts and tags | Yes; plan limits apply | Yes, device management | Address book: Server Pro | Yes, address book and tags | Yes, devices and groups | Yes, devices in the dashboard |
| TCP tunnelling | Yes, port forwarding | Yes | Not confirmed | Yes | Yes | Yes; edition-dependent | Not confirmed |
| Terminal | Yes | Not stated | Tensor | Since version 1.4.1 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Browser access | Account area; full browser session is not yet released | Not verified | Yes | Yes | Not stated | Not stated | Yes, WebRTC |
| Developer | AKERNEL LLC, Russia | AnyDesk Software GmbH, Germany | TeamViewer SE, Germany | Purslane Tech Pte. Ltd. | Advanced Technologies LLC, Moscow | SAFIB LLC, Voronezh | Pro32 Connect LLC, Moscow |
| Free for business | Yes, without licence limits | No | No | Yes (AGPL-3.0 OSS) | Free mode: up to 2 hours a day | No: free for non-commercial use | 1 device |
| Free-session time limit | None | — | — | None | Free mode: up to 2 hours a day | No time limit | No time limit |
| 5 connections / first year | $0 | From USD 39.92/month, annual billing | Sales discontinued in Russia | Free OSS or Pro from USD 23.88/month | From ≈$25 per connection/month | Request a current quote | Request a current quote |
| Server location | Russia | Hosting in Russia not stated | Vendor infrastructure | Self-hosted or vendor infrastructure | Not disclosed | Russia | Not disclosed |
| Buying from Russia | No purchase required | Confirm with seller | Withdrawal announced 5 May 2022 | Confirm payment options with vendor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Russian software register | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | No. 15913, 9 December 2022 | No. 3173, 29 March 2017 | Claimed by seller; entry not verified |
| FSTEC certification | Not certified | Not certified | Not certified | Not certified | Status requires verification | No. 4162 until 26 August 2029; specific editions | Not stated |
| Astra Linux | Build for Astra Linux SE 1.8 | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | .deb build | Astra SE/CE | Compatibility certificate claimed |
| ALT Linux | Build for ALT Linux p11 | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | .rpm build | ALT 8+ | Not stated |
| On-premises server | Deployment by arrangement | Ultimate on-premises | Vendor quotation | Free OSS; Pro from USD 23.88/month | From ≈$1,886 plus connections | Separate server edition | Seller offer from ≈$1,565 |
| Encryption | Encrypted connection | AES-256, TLS 1.3, RSA 2048 | AES-256, TLS 1.3 | Built in | TLS | Encrypted connection | Encryption stated |
| Mobile apps | Android; no stable iOS client published | Android, iOS | Android, iOS | Android, iOS (no control of iOS) | Android | Android; iOS in development | Android |
| Russian interface / support | Both | Interface | Interface | Community localisation | Both | Both | Both |
RuDesk
- Remote desktop control
- Yes
- File transfer
- Yes, file manager
- Shared clipboard
- Yes
- Unattended access
- Yes, once configured
- Multiple monitors
- Yes, display selection
- Address book and device list
- Yes, contacts and tags
- TCP tunnelling
- Yes, port forwarding
- Terminal
- Yes
- Browser access
- Account area; full browser session is not yet released
- Developer
- AKERNEL LLC, Russia
- Free for business
- Yes, without licence limits
- Free-session time limit
- None
- 5 connections / first year
- $0
- Server location
- Russia
- Buying from Russia
- No purchase required
- Russian software register
- Not listed
- FSTEC certification
- Not certified
- Astra Linux
- Build for Astra Linux SE 1.8
- ALT Linux
- Build for ALT Linux p11
- On-premises server
- Deployment by arrangement
- Encryption
- Encrypted connection
- Mobile apps
- Android; no stable iOS client published
- Russian interface / support
- Both
AnyDesk
- Remote desktop control
- Yes
- File transfer
- Yes
- Shared clipboard
- Yes
- Unattended access
- Yes, once configured
- Multiple monitors
- Yes
- Address book and device list
- Yes; plan limits apply
- TCP tunnelling
- Yes
- Terminal
- Not stated
- Browser access
- Not verified
- Developer
- AnyDesk Software GmbH, Germany
- Free for business
- No
- Free-session time limit
- —
- 5 connections / first year
- From USD 39.92/month, annual billing
- Server location
- Hosting in Russia not stated
- Buying from Russia
- Confirm with seller
- Russian software register
- Not listed
- FSTEC certification
- Not certified
- Astra Linux
- Not stated
- ALT Linux
- Not stated
- On-premises server
- Ultimate on-premises
- Encryption
- AES-256, TLS 1.3, RSA 2048
- Mobile apps
- Android, iOS
- Russian interface / support
- Interface
TeamViewer
- Remote desktop control
- Yes
- File transfer
- Yes
- Shared clipboard
- Yes
- Unattended access
- Yes, once configured
- Multiple monitors
- Yes
- Address book and device list
- Yes, device management
- TCP tunnelling
- Not confirmed
- Terminal
- Tensor
- Browser access
- Yes
- Developer
- TeamViewer SE, Germany
- Free for business
- No
- Free-session time limit
- —
- 5 connections / first year
- Sales discontinued in Russia
- Server location
- Vendor infrastructure
- Buying from Russia
- Withdrawal announced 5 May 2022
- Russian software register
- Not listed
- FSTEC certification
- Not certified
- Astra Linux
- Not stated
- ALT Linux
- Not stated
- On-premises server
- Vendor quotation
- Encryption
- AES-256, TLS 1.3
- Mobile apps
- Android, iOS
- Russian interface / support
- Interface
RustDesk
- Remote desktop control
- Yes
- File transfer
- Yes
- Shared clipboard
- Yes
- Unattended access
- Yes, once configured
- Multiple monitors
- Yes; OS-dependent
- Address book and device list
- Address book: Server Pro
- TCP tunnelling
- Yes
- Terminal
- Since version 1.4.1
- Browser access
- Yes
- Developer
- Purslane Tech Pte. Ltd.
- Free for business
- Yes (AGPL-3.0 OSS)
- Free-session time limit
- None
- 5 connections / first year
- Free OSS or Pro from USD 23.88/month
- Server location
- Self-hosted or vendor infrastructure
- Buying from Russia
- Confirm payment options with vendor
- Russian software register
- Not listed
- FSTEC certification
- Not certified
- Astra Linux
- Not stated
- ALT Linux
- Not stated
- On-premises server
- Free OSS; Pro from USD 23.88/month
- Encryption
- Built in
- Mobile apps
- Android, iOS (no control of iOS)
- Russian interface / support
- Community localisation
RuDesktop
- Remote desktop control
- Yes
- File transfer
- Yes
- Shared clipboard
- Yes
- Unattended access
- Yes, once configured
- Multiple monitors
- Yes
- Address book and device list
- Yes, address book and tags
- TCP tunnelling
- Yes
- Terminal
- Yes
- Browser access
- Not stated
- Developer
- Advanced Technologies LLC, Moscow
- Free for business
- Free mode: up to 2 hours a day
- Free-session time limit
- Free mode: up to 2 hours a day
- 5 connections / first year
- From ≈$25 per connection/month
- Server location
- Not disclosed
- Buying from Russia
- Yes
- Russian software register
- No. 15913, 9 December 2022
- FSTEC certification
- Status requires verification
- Astra Linux
- .deb build
- ALT Linux
- .rpm build
- On-premises server
- From ≈$1,886 plus connections
- Encryption
- TLS
- Mobile apps
- Android
- Russian interface / support
- Both
Assistent
- Remote desktop control
- Yes
- File transfer
- Yes
- Shared clipboard
- Yes
- Unattended access
- Yes, once configured
- Multiple monitors
- Yes, one or all displays
- Address book and device list
- Yes, devices and groups
- TCP tunnelling
- Yes; edition-dependent
- Terminal
- Yes
- Browser access
- Not stated
- Developer
- SAFIB LLC, Voronezh
- Free for business
- No: free for non-commercial use
- Free-session time limit
- No time limit
- 5 connections / first year
- Request a current quote
- Server location
- Russia
- Buying from Russia
- Yes
- Russian software register
- No. 3173, 29 March 2017
- FSTEC certification
- No. 4162 until 26 August 2029; specific editions
- Astra Linux
- Astra SE/CE
- ALT Linux
- ALT 8+
- On-premises server
- Separate server edition
- Encryption
- Encrypted connection
- Mobile apps
- Android; iOS in development
- Russian interface / support
- Both
PRO32 Connect
- Remote desktop control
- Yes
- File transfer
- Yes; up to 50 MB on free plan
- Shared clipboard
- Yes
- Unattended access
- Yes; 1 device on free plan
- Multiple monitors
- Confirm for the agent version
- Address book and device list
- Yes, devices in the dashboard
- TCP tunnelling
- Not confirmed
- Terminal
- Yes
- Browser access
- Yes, WebRTC
- Developer
- Pro32 Connect LLC, Moscow
- Free for business
- 1 device
- Free-session time limit
- No time limit
- 5 connections / first year
- Seller offer from ≈$240
- Server location
- Not disclosed
- Buying from Russia
- Yes
- Russian software register
- Claimed by seller; entry not verified
- FSTEC certification
- Not stated
- Astra Linux
- Compatibility certificate claimed
- ALT Linux
- Not stated
- On-premises server
- Seller offer from ≈$1,565
- Encryption
- Encryption stated
- Mobile apps
- Android
- Russian interface / support
- Both
Work features come first, followed by platforms, infrastructure and terms of use. “Yes” means the product offers the feature, not that every plan or version includes it. Availability depends on the OS, edition and granted permissions; unconfirmed features are marked separately.
Data checked on 20 September 2026
RuDesk for support and administration
03RuDesk combines remote support tools with ready-to-use infrastructure in Russia. The app is free for personal and business use.
Desktop and files. Control a device, transfer files and use the shared clipboard in one working session.
Administration tools. Terminal access and port forwarding help with maintenance tasks without a separate app subscription.
Device organisation. Address book contacts and tags help organise devices, while unattended access lets you connect after initial setup.
Ready-to-use infrastructure. Get started with RuDesk servers in Russia. Deployment within your network and ongoing support are available by arrangement.
Windows, macOS, Linux and Android, including dedicated Astra Linux and ALT Linux builds. Free use at home, in technical support and for business.
Why is it free? What is the catch?
04There is no catch. There is a clear boundary, and we explain it openly.
Free: the full app and connections through our servers in Russia. No time limits, device limits or distinction between personal and commercial use. No payment card is needed. The address book and account features use a user account. If RuDesk helps you at work, you can support the project with a voluntary donation; it does not change your access.
Paid: hands-on services only. If you need a RuDesk server within your own network, we install, configure and maintain it. The cost depends on the scale and is discussed individually. The product remains free: you pay for deployment and support, not for the right to use the software.
How to try RuDesk in 10 minutes
05- Download RuDesk on two computers — it takes about a minute.
- Connect using the ID and temporary password.
- Test what matters to you: speed on your connection, your corporate NAT, a large file transfer and the terminal.
- If something does not work, email hello@rudesk.pro or contact @rudeskpro on Telegram.
Frequently asked questions
06What is the catch with free RuDesk?
There is no catch. The app and connections through our servers are free, with no time, device or commercial-use limits. Only hands-on services are paid: installing and supporting a RuDesk server within your network, if needed. Voluntary donations support development.
Is RuDesk a fork of RustDesk?
Yes. The client codebase historically grew out of RustDesk, and we say so openly. RuDesk supplies tested packages, Russian-language interface and support, and ready-to-use infrastructure in Russia. RustDesk OSS can be self-hosted for free; deployment, updates and administration are the responsibility of the infrastructure owner. Server Pro adds separately licensed central-management features.
Where are RuDesk servers located?
RuDesk’s server infrastructure is located in Russia. Our privacy policy describes the processing of personal data and the services used by the website.
Is RuDesk in the Russian software register or FSTEC-certified?
Not currently. If your procurement specifically requires registration or certification, consider RuDesktop or the applicable certified edition of Assistent. We prefer to explain this before deployment.
Why does Windows show a SmartScreen warning?
Download the installer only from rudesk.pro over HTTPS. SmartScreen considers file and publisher-signature reputation, so new or unsigned builds may trigger a warning. A warning alone proves neither that a file is safe nor that it is malicious. A publisher signature does not guarantee that warnings disappear immediately. If in doubt, scan the file with antivirus software and contact support.
Does RuDesk work behind NAT and corporate firewalls?
RuDesk uses NAT traversal and relay servers for internet connections. Outgoing connections must be allowed by your corporate network policy; coordinate the setup with your administrator if the network is tightly restricted.
Can RuDesk be deployed on our own servers?
Yes. We can install, configure and maintain a server in your own network. The cost is discussed individually and depends on the scale. Contact hello@rudesk.pro.
Which operating systems are supported?
Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, Debian, Astra Linux, ALT Linux and Android have published RuDesk 1.0.27 packages. Compatibility depends on the distribution, desktop session and device settings; test the required target before rollout. A stable iOS client is not published.
How current is the competitor information?
Prices, free-use conditions and key terms were checked on 20 September 2026 against vendor public pages. Terms may change: confirm the current price, country availability and plan limits with the seller before purchase. Found a discrepancy? Email hello@rudesk.pro and we will correct it.
