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# AnyDesk vs SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support 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)

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support** [

4.3/5(68)

](https://www.g2.com/products/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**AnyDesk**
Free Trial

**$22.90** · Solo

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**
Free Trial

No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**AnyDesk**
2 months

Based on 59 responses

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**
2 months

Based on 20 responses

Return on Investment

**AnyDesk**
14 months

Based on 48 responses

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**
14 months

Based on 14 responses

Perceived Cost

**AnyDesk**
$$$$$

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**AnyDesk**
10%

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**
10%

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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)

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**
[
Ease of Use (2)
](https://www.g2.com/products/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2049487&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Affordable (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2439023&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

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**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**
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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)

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**
 ![SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support 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/139802/drs-internet-session.png)

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**AnyDesk**

9.2

9.2917

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**

9.1

9.160

Ease of Use

**AnyDesk**

9.3

9.3929

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**

9.0

9.060

Ease of Setup

**AnyDesk**

9.4

9.4221

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**

8.8

8.841

Ease of Admin

**AnyDesk**

9.1

9.1143

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**

9.0

9.040

Quality of Support

**AnyDesk**

8.8

8.8815

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**

8.2

8.248

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**AnyDesk**

8.7

8.7130

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**

8.7

8.738

Product Direction (% positive)

**AnyDesk**

9.2

9.2882

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support**

7.1

7.157

Features

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

8.9

351

7.7

6

Administration

Screen Sharing

9.4(won by 1.1)

321

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

8.3

5

Unattended Remote Access

8.8(won by 0.8)

287

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

8.0

5

Multi - Session Handling

8.8(won by 1.5)

274

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

7.3

5

Multi-Monitor Support

8.9(won by 1.6)

261

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

7.3

5

File Sharing

9.0(won by default)

314

Not enough data

Session Recording

9.0(won by default)

281

Not enough data

Maintenance

Remote Reboot

8.8(won by default)

270

Not enough data

Remote Printing

8.7(won by default)

249

Feature Not Available

Communication 

Text Chat

8.9(won by default)

283

Not enough data

VoIP

8.4(won by default)

222

Feature Not Available

Video Conference Call

8.4(won by default)

229

Feature Not Available

Screen Annotations

8.7(won by default)

251

Feature Not Available

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

Feature Not Available

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

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

8.9

856

8.6

19

Administration

Usage Information

9.0

700

9.1(won by 0.1)

15

Active Directory Integration

8.8(won by 0.1)

624

8.7

13

Session Recording

8.8(won by 1.7)

653

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

7.1

7

Unattended Access

8.8

683

9.4(won by 0.6)

17

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

Diagnostics

Feature Not Available

8.7(won by default)

15

Session Transfer

8.9(won by default)

660

Feature Not Available

File Sharing

9.0(won by default)

720

Feature Not Available

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 0.2)

684

8.8

13

Remote Access/Control

9.2

741

9.6(won by 0.4)

19

Mobile Device Access

8.7(won by default)

672

Feature Not Available

Applications Management

Feature Not Available

Feature Not Available

Communication Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multiple Monitor Access

Not enough data

Not enough data

Security

Remote Wipe

Feature Not Available

7.2(won by default)

6

Device Management

Feature Not Available

Feature Not Available

Device Enrollment

Feature Not Available

Feature Not Available

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

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%

[![SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/af917f02e5d5dda08cf58d16d36f6a8d/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support.svg "SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support")](https://www.g2.com/products/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support/reviews)

SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

14.7%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

50.0%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

35.3%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

41.4%

14.7%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

41.2%

50.0%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

17.4%

35.3%

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%

[![SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/af917f02e5d5dda08cf58d16d36f6a8d/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support.svg "SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support")](https://www.g2.com/products/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support/reviews)
SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support

Information Technology and Services

11.8%

Education Management

7.4%

Government Administration

5.9%

Automotive

4.4%

Oil & Energy

4.4%

Other

66.2%

FAQs

## AnyDesk vs SolarWinds DameWare Remote... FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 15, 2026

### What is the difference between SolarWinds DameWare Remote... vs AnyDesk?

AnyDesk stands out for its higher G2 rating, broader reviewer base, and stronger Ease of Setup and Quality of Support scores compared to SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support.

| | [SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support](https://www.g2.com/products/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support/reviews) | [AnyDesk](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| G2 Rating (reviews) | 4.3/5 (68 reviews) | 4.5/5 (1104 reviews) |
| Largest Segment | Mid-Market | Mid-Market |
| Ease of Setup score | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| Quality of Support score | 8.2 | 8.8 |
| Top Reviewer-Cited Strength | Ease of Use | Ease of Use (29 all-time mentions) |

### How do the pricing models of SolarWinds DameWare Remote... and AnyDesk compare?

AnyDesk is rated as the stronger value on price and cost satisfaction, with reviewers consistently highlighting its affordability and flexible free tier.

- **SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support:** Reviewers describe the price as attractive for enterprise use, but some note the licensing can be pricy per technician.
- **AnyDesk:** Reviewers frequently cite its affordability, lightweight nature, and generous free tier as key value drivers, though some mention confusion around licensing tiers.
- **Switching reasons:** Recent reviews mention switching to AnyDesk for its lower cost and easier setup, especially for small businesses and remote support scenarios.

### What are the best alternatives to SolarWinds DameWare Remote... and AnyDesk?

According to G2 reviewers, the top three alternatives to SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support and AnyDesk are TeamViewer, BeyondTrust Remote Support, and Zoho Assist.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support](https://www.g2.com/products/solarwinds-dameware-remote-support/reviews) | 4.3/5 (68 reviews) | Mid-Market | Reviewers highlight attractive pricing for enterprise, but note per-admin licensing can be pricy. | Ease of Use |
| [AnyDesk](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews) | 4.5/5 (1104 reviews) | Mid-Market | Reviewers cite affordability, a strong free tier, and flexible pricing as key strengths. | Ease of Use (29 all-time mentions) |
| [TeamViewer](https://www.g2.com/products/teamviewer/reviews) | 4.5/5 (4155 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [BeyondTrust Remote Support](https://www.g2.com/products/beyondtrust-remote-support/reviews) | 4.7/5 (388 reviews) | Enterprise | — | — |
| [Zoho Assist](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-assist/reviews) | 4.7/5 (719 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |

### Which Remote Support features should I prioritize when comparing SolarWinds DameWare Remote... and AnyDesk?

Buyers should prioritize Ease of Setup, Unattended Access, File Transfer, and Mobile Device Access when comparing SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support and AnyDesk.

- **Ease of Setup:** SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support scores 8.8; AnyDesk scores 9.3.
- **Unattended Access:** Both products are frequently cited for this feature, with AnyDesk highlighted in recent reviews for its straightforward unattended access setup.
- **File Transfer:** AnyDesk is cited in 14 all-time reviews for file transfer, while SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support is less frequently mentioned for this feature.
- **Mobile Device Access:** AnyDesk offers mobile device access, with 8 all-time mentions for mobile compatibility; SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support does not highlight this feature.

### What are the pros and cons of SolarWinds DameWare Remote... vs AnyDesk?

AnyDesk's headline strength is ease of use and fast setup, while SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support is praised for its feature set and affordability for enterprise use.

- **SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support strengths:** Reviewers highlight ease of use, automation, remote access, remote control, and affordable pricing for enterprise.
- **SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support trade-offs:** Some reviewers note the interface is outdated, licensing per technician can be pricy, and setup can be less straightforward compared to competitors.
- **AnyDesk strengths:** 29 all-time mentions for ease of use, 16 for remote control, 14 for easy setup, 14 for file transfer, 12 for remote access, 10 for performance, and 8 for mobile compatibility. Reviewers also praise its lightweight nature and fast, stable connections.
- **AnyDesk trade-offs:** 9 all-time mentions for connection issues, 8 for remote access issues, and some reviewers cite confusion around licensing tiers and limitations in the free version.

### Is SolarWinds DameWare Remote... or AnyDesk better for small businesses?

AnyDesk is the better fit for small businesses, with reviewers consistently citing its affordability, ease of setup, and strong free tier.

- **SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support:** Largest reviewer segment is Mid-Market; reviewers note attractive pricing for enterprise but mention licensing can be pricy for smaller teams.
- **AnyDesk:** Largest reviewer segment is Mid-Market; reviewers highlight its affordability, lightweight setup, and suitability for small businesses and remote support scenarios.

### Which Remote Support platform has better integrations?

AnyDesk is favored for integrations, with reviewers mentioning integration with Adobe After Effects.

- **SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support:** No recent reviewer-cited integrations.
- **AnyDesk:** Reviewers mention integration with Adobe After Effects in recent reviews.

### How do SolarWinds DameWare Remote... and AnyDesk compare on customer support?

AnyDesk and SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support are rated within 0.6 points on Quality of Support, with AnyDesk scoring 8.8 and SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support at 8.2.

- **SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support:** Reviewers describe support as generally responsive, with several citing helpful documentation and support resources, though a few mention slower response times.
- **AnyDesk:** Reviewers consistently report positive support experiences, with many noting fast responses and helpful assistance, especially for paid users.

### Which is easier to implement, SolarWinds DameWare Remote... or AnyDesk?

AnyDesk leads on Ease of Setup with a 0.5-point advantage (9.3 vs 8.8), and reviewers highlight its straightforward installation and minimal technical requirements.

- **SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support:** Reviewers describe setup as generally easy but note a steeper learning curve and more complex configuration for advanced features.
- **AnyDesk:** Reviewers consistently praise its fast, simple setup process, lightweight installation, and minimal technical barriers for both admins and end users.

### Which product has better Unattended Access?

AnyDesk is more frequently cited for Unattended Access, with reviewers highlighting its straightforward setup and reliability for this feature.

- **SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support:** Reviewers mention unattended access as a key benefit, with a Meets Requirements score of 9.1 and several positive comments on remote access capabilities.
- **AnyDesk:** Reviewers frequently cite unattended access as a core strength, with a Meets Requirements score of 9.2 and multiple recent reviews praising its ease of use and reliability for unattended sessions.

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")

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

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

**SolarWinds DameWare Remote Support Alternatives**

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

[
TeamViewer
](/products/teamviewer/reviews)

 ![BeyondTrust Remote Support](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_2c5a5e2af6feeb1a04990f760101d58a/beyondtrust-remote-support.png "BeyondTrust Remote Support")

[
BeyondTrust Remote Support
](/products/beyondtrust-remote-support/reviews)

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

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RealVNC
](/products/realvnc/reviews)

 ![ScreenConnect](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/0bca4a557cfe6bea5f4fb24eaee6b1d8/screenconnect.svg "ScreenConnect")

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ScreenConnect
](/products/screenconnect/reviews)