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# AnyDesk vs Chrome Remote Desktop Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**AnyDesk** [

4.5/5(1,101)

](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews#reviews)

**Chrome Remote Desktop** [

4.2/5(53)

](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**AnyDesk**
Free Trial

**$22.90** · Solo

**Chrome Remote Desktop**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**AnyDesk**
2 months

Based on 59 responses

**Chrome Remote Desktop**
2 months

Based on 7 responses

Return on Investment

**AnyDesk**
14 months

Based on 48 responses

**Chrome Remote Desktop**
5 months9 months sooner

Based on 5 responses

Perceived Cost

**AnyDesk**
$$$$$

**Chrome Remote Desktop**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**AnyDesk**
10%

**Chrome Remote Desktop**
Not enough reviews yet

 ![AnyDesk](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/3188fa6e676a4d59bcc012231f4b06c3/anydesk.svg "AnyDesk")

 ![Chrome Remote Desktop](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/2db80efe8d336fb5a20cfc902b6f01ff/chrome-remote-desktop.svg "Chrome Remote Desktop")

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Pros & Cons

**AnyDesk**
[
Ease of Use (29)
](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1103736&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Remote Control (16)
](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1103873&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Connection Issues (9)
](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1103784&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Remote Access Issues (8)
](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1104275&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

**Chrome Remote Desktop**
[
Ease of Use (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2306640&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Easy Setup (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1068260&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Chat (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2266935&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Remote Access Issues (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2266917&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Integrations

**AnyDesk**
[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_2d6ad309a447dee0d5abbbd90062d20b/adobe-after-effects.png "Product Avatar Image")

After Effects

](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-after-effects/reviews)[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_8eac408c131f013530178efd9a9ca600/freshdesk.png "Product Avatar Image")

Freshdesk

](https://www.g2.com/products/freshdesk/reviews)[
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](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/integrations)

**Chrome Remote Desktop**
Not enough data

Screenshots

**AnyDesk**
 ![AnyDesk screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/99563/Windows.png)

**Chrome Remote Desktop**
No screenshot available

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**AnyDesk**

9.2

9.2917

**Chrome Remote Desktop**

8.5

8.544

Ease of Use

**AnyDesk**

9.3

9.3929

**Chrome Remote Desktop**

9.2

9.245

Ease of Setup

**AnyDesk**

9.4

9.4221

**Chrome Remote Desktop**

9.3

9.320

Ease of Admin

**AnyDesk**

9.1

9.1143

**Chrome Remote Desktop**

9.0

9.019

Quality of Support

**AnyDesk**

8.8

8.8815

**Chrome Remote Desktop**

8.7

8.733

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**AnyDesk**

8.7

8.7130

**Chrome Remote Desktop**

9.0

9.015

Product Direction (% positive)

**AnyDesk**

9.2

9.2882

**Chrome Remote Desktop**

9.2

9.243

Features

Remote Desktop[Hide 61 FeaturesShow 61 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.9

856

8.3

27

Administration

Usage Information

9.0(won by 0.2)

700

8.8

23

Active Directory Integration

8.8(won by 0.3)

624

8.5

22

Session Recording

8.8(won by 0.9)

653

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.9

21

Session Transfer

8.9(won by 0.6)

660

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.3

20

Unattended Access

8.8

683

8.9(won by 0.1)

22

File Sharing

9.0(won by 0.6)

720

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.4

20

Diagnostics

Feature Not Available

8.3(won by default)

24

Screen Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Platform

Cross-Platform Access

9.0(won by 0.5)

684

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.5

24

Mobile Device Access

8.7(won by 0.1)

672

8.6

23

Remote Access/Control

9.2(won by 1.0)

741

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.2

25

Applications Management

Feature Not Available

8.6(won by default)

22

Communication Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multiple Monitor Access

Not enough data

Not enough data

Security

Remote Wipe

Feature Not Available

7.7(won by default)

20

Device Management

Feature Not Available

8.1(won by default)

21

Device Enrollment

Feature Not Available

8.0(won by default)

22

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Monitoring & Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Meeting Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Print Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Role-Based Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Chat/Messaging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Whiteboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Two-Factor Authentication

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Data Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Printing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Server Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Desktop Virtualization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Update/Installation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Event Logs

Not enough data

Not enough data

Performance Metrics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Login

Not enough data

Not enough data

Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Uptime Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Live Chat

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Authentication

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Chat

Not enough data

Not enough data

Diagnostics Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Summary Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Drag & Drop

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multiple User Accounts

Not enough data

Not enough data

Troubleshooting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Updates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Support[Hide 57 FeaturesShow 57 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.9

351

Not enough data

Administration

Screen Sharing

9.4(won by default)

321

Not enough data

File Sharing

9.0(won by default)

314

Not enough data

Session Recording

9.0(won by default)

281

Not enough data

Unattended Remote Access

8.8(won by default)

287

Not enough data

Multi - Session Handling

8.8(won by default)

274

Not enough data

Multi-Monitor Support

8.9(won by default)

261

Not enough data

Maintenance

Remote Reboot

8.8(won by default)

270

Not enough data

Remote Printing

8.7(won by default)

249

Not enough data

Communication 

Text Chat

8.9(won by default)

283

Not enough data

VoIP

8.4(won by default)

222

Not enough data

Video Conference Call

8.4(won by default)

229

Not enough data

Screen Annotations

8.7(won by default)

251

Not enough data

Security

Data Encryption

8.9(won by default)

268

Not enough data

Compliance

8.9(won by default)

259

Not enough data

Device Support

Mobile Device Access

8.9(won by default)

276

Not enough data

Multi-Platform Support

9.0(won by default)

280

Not enough data

Cross-Platform

9.0(won by default)

279

Not enough data

Video Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

Performance

Reporting

8.9(won by default)

265

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Remote Monitoring & Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

SSL Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Two-Factor Authentication

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Summary Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Chat/Messaging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Session Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Update/Installation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audit Trail

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Server Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Updates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Troubleshooting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multiple User Accounts

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Channel Communication

Not enough data

Not enough data

CRM

Not enough data

Not enough data

Surveys & Feedback

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Support Ticket Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Access/Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Video Conferencing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Diagnostic Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![AnyDesk](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/3188fa6e676a4d59bcc012231f4b06c3/anydesk.svg "AnyDesk")](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews)

AnyDesk

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

41.4%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

41.2%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

17.4%

[![Chrome Remote Desktop](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/2db80efe8d336fb5a20cfc902b6f01ff/chrome-remote-desktop.svg "Chrome Remote Desktop")](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews)

Chrome Remote Desktop

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

52.9%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

31.4%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

15.7%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

41.4%

52.9%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

41.2%

31.4%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

17.4%

15.7%

Reviewers' Industry

[![AnyDesk](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/3188fa6e676a4d59bcc012231f4b06c3/anydesk.svg "AnyDesk")](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews)
AnyDesk

Information Technology and Services

22.0%

Computer Software

13.7%

Computer & Network Security

4.2%

Marketing and Advertising

3.6%

Telecommunications

3.0%

Other

53.5%

[![Chrome Remote Desktop](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/2db80efe8d336fb5a20cfc902b6f01ff/chrome-remote-desktop.svg "Chrome Remote Desktop")](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews)
Chrome Remote Desktop

Computer & Network Security

13.7%

Information Technology and Services

13.7%

Computer Software

11.8%

Marketing and Advertising

5.9%

Internet

5.9%

Other

49.0%

FAQs

## AnyDesk vs Chrome Remote FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 14, 2026

### What is the difference between AnyDesk vs Chrome Remote?

AnyDesk stands out for its higher reviewer rating, broader review base, and more frequent mentions of advanced remote desktop features, while Chrome Remote is praised for its simplicity and ease of use.

| [AnyDesk](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews) | [Chrome Remote](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.5/5 (1,104 reviews) | 4.2/5 (53 reviews) |
| Mid-Market | Small-Business |
| 9.3 | 9.3 |
| 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Ease of Use (29 all-time mentions) | Simplicity (recent reviews) |

### How do the pricing models of AnyDesk and Chrome Remote compare?

AnyDesk is rated higher for value, with reviewers expressing greater satisfaction with its pricing compared to Chrome Remote.

- **AnyDesk:** Reviewers highlight its affordability, especially for the free version, and appreciate the value for remote access and support, though some note confusion around licensing tiers.
- **Chrome Remote:** Reviewers consistently praise its free offering and effortless setup, but mention that it lacks advanced features found in paid competitors.
- **Switching reasons:** Recent reviewers cite moving to AnyDesk or other paid solutions when they require more advanced features or better session management than Chrome Remote provides.

### What are the best alternatives to AnyDesk and Chrome Remote?

The top three alternatives to AnyDesk and Chrome Remote are TeamViewer, Zoho Assist, and RemotePC.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [AnyDesk](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews) | 4.5/5 (1,104 reviews) | Mid-Market | Affordable, strong free tier | Ease of Use (29 all-time mentions) |
| [Chrome Remote](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-remote-desktop/reviews) | 4.2/5 (53 reviews) | Small-Business | Free, easy setup | Simplicity (recent reviews) |
| [TeamViewer](https://www.g2.com/products/teamviewer/reviews) | 4.5/5 (4,153 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [Zoho Assist](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-assist/reviews) | 4.7/5 (719 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [RemotePC](https://www.g2.com/products/remotepc/reviews) | 4.7/5 (669 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |

### Which Remote Desktop features should I prioritize when comparing AnyDesk and Chrome Remote?

Buyers should prioritize Ease of Use, Screen Sharing, File Transfer, Security, and Performance when comparing AnyDesk and Chrome Remote.

- **Ease of Use:** AnyDesk (9.3, 29 all-time mentions), Chrome Remote (9.2, recent reviews highlight simplicity).
- **Screen Sharing:** AnyDesk (11 all-time mentions), Chrome Remote (recent reviews highlight remote sharing and collaboration).
- **File Transfer:** AnyDesk (14 all-time mentions), Chrome Remote (recent reviews mention basic file transfer, but fewer advanced options).
- **Security:** AnyDesk (10 all-time mentions for security focus), Chrome Remote (recent reviews cite secure connections, but fewer advanced controls).
- **Performance:** AnyDesk (10 all-time mentions for performance and connection speed), Chrome Remote (recent reviews note reliability but mention lag on poor connections).

### What are the pros and cons of AnyDesk vs Chrome Remote?

AnyDesk's headline strength is its robust feature set and performance, while Chrome Remote is most praised for its simplicity and ease of use.

- **AnyDesk strengths:** Ease of Use (29 all-time mentions), Remote Control (16), Remote Support (15), File Transfer (14), Screen Sharing (11), Security Focus (10), Performance (10), Connection Speed (8), Mobile Compatibility (8).
- **AnyDesk trade-offs:** Connection Issues (9), Remote Access Issues (8), session management complexity, advanced features restricted to paid tiers, occasional confusion around licensing.
- **Chrome Remote strengths:** Simplicity (recent reviews), Ease of Use, Easy Setup, Free access, User-friendly experience.
- **Chrome Remote trade-offs:** Lacks chat (1 all-time mention), limited advanced features, occasional lag or disconnections, basic mobile experience, and fewer customization options.

### Is AnyDesk or Chrome Remote better for small businesses?

AnyDesk is the stronger fit for small businesses, supported by its high small-business segment share and positive reviewer sentiment.

- **AnyDesk:** Mid-Market is the largest segment, but recent reviews from small-business users highlight its affordability, ease of use, and value for remote support and troubleshooting.
- **Chrome Remote:** Small-Business is the largest segment, with reviewers praising its free access and simplicity, but noting limitations for more advanced business needs.

### Which Remote Desktop platform has better integrations?

AnyDesk is favored for integrations, with reviewers mentioning integration with third-party tools, while Chrome Remote has no reviewer-cited integrations.

- **AnyDesk:** Adobe After Effects (recent reviews mention integration).
- **Chrome Remote:** No integrations are cited by reviewers.

### How do AnyDesk and Chrome Remote compare on customer support?

AnyDesk and Chrome Remote are rated in near-parity for Quality of Support, with scores of 8.8 and 8.7 respectively, which is below the materiality threshold for a clear winner.

- **AnyDesk:** Reviewers describe support as generally responsive, with higher satisfaction among paid users and consistent ratings of 6-7 in recent reviews.
- **Chrome Remote:** Reviewers note that support is mostly community-driven, with some citing limited direct support from Google, but overall satisfaction remains high in recent reviews.

### Which is easier to implement, AnyDesk or Chrome Remote?

AnyDesk and Chrome Remote are rated equally for Ease of Setup, both scoring 9.3, indicating parity in implementation experience.

- **AnyDesk:** Reviewers consistently highlight straightforward setup, minimal technical knowledge required, and quick onboarding for non-technical users.
- **Chrome Remote:** Reviewers praise its effortless setup, browser-based installation, and ease of use for both technical and non-technical users.

### Which product has better Screen Sharing?

AnyDesk is more frequently cited for its Screen Sharing capabilities, with 11 all-time mentions, while Chrome Remote is praised for remote sharing and collaboration in recent reviews.

- **AnyDesk:** Screen Sharing (11 all-time mentions), Ease of Use (9.3), consistently positive feedback on screen sharing quality and performance.
- **Chrome Remote:** Recent reviews highlight ease of remote sharing and collaboration, with high Ease of Use (9.2), but fewer advanced screen sharing features are mentioned.

Alternatives

**AnyDesk Alternatives**

 ![TeamViewer](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/2d6f572fdd0b0f850dce61e168209cb2/teamviewer.svg "TeamViewer")

[
TeamViewer
](/products/teamviewer/reviews)

 ![Zoho Assist](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_7ee2cab523a7147547566ed433736ac6/zoho-assist.png "Zoho Assist")

[
Zoho Assist
](/products/zoho-assist/reviews)

 ![RemotePC](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_070fa14924179867f32d49326026477e/remotepc.png "RemotePC")

[
RemotePC
](/products/remotepc/reviews)

 ![ISL Online](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/8c66fd40d1423b27dff117a73a614d7c/isl-online.svg "ISL Online")

[
ISL Online
](/products/isl-online/reviews)

**Chrome Remote Desktop Alternatives**

 ![TeamViewer](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/2d6f572fdd0b0f850dce61e168209cb2/teamviewer.svg "TeamViewer")

[
TeamViewer
](/products/teamviewer/reviews)

 ![RemotePC](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_070fa14924179867f32d49326026477e/remotepc.png "RemotePC")

[
RemotePC
](/products/remotepc/reviews)

 ![RealVNC](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/f99a60229ef0f9debd7c31835afd8ed9/vnc-connect.svg "RealVNC")

[
RealVNC
](/products/realvnc/reviews)

 ![GoToMyPC](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_fc8af354178458629278067458ebdd7f/gotomypc.png "GoToMyPC")

[
GoToMyPC
](/products/gotomypc/reviews)