Compare Distant Desktop and Splashtop Remote Access 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (100.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (82.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$8.25 1 User Per Month
Distant Desktop
Star Rating
(15)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (100.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Distant DesktopSplashtop Remote Access
Star Rating
(509)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (82.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$8.25 1 User Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Splashtop Remote Access excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to Distant Desktop. Users appreciate its reliability, with one noting, "This is a reliable product, and I really appreciate being able to have three screens open at once."
- According to verified reviews, Splashtop Remote Access offers a seamless experience for users needing to connect to multiple monitors. Reviewers highlight the ease of connecting to computers with multiple screens, making remote work feel just like being in the office.
- Users say that Distant Desktop stands out for its simplicity and cost-effectiveness, being completely free. One user mentioned, "It is simple, secure, and effective," which can be a significant advantage for small businesses looking to minimize expenses.
- Reviewers mention that while Distant Desktop provides good video quality and handy integrated voice and text chats, it lacks the robust features and user support that Splashtop Remote Access offers. Users of Splashtop appreciate the quality of support, with one stating, "It's also easy to use, which is a big plus for me."
- G2 reviewers highlight that Splashtop Remote Access has a strong market presence, with a large number of reviews indicating a well-established user base. This contrasts with Distant Desktop, which has significantly fewer reviews, suggesting less user feedback and potentially less reliability in its performance.
- According to recent user feedback, Splashtop Remote Access is praised for its ease of setup and administration, with users noting a quick implementation process. In contrast, Distant Desktop, while effective for basic needs, may not meet the more complex requirements of users who need advanced features.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Distant Desktop
No pricing availableSplashtop Remote Access
Splashtop Remote Access Pro
$8.25
1 User Per Month
Billed annually at $99.
For individuals and small teams who need remote work productivity
- Access up to 10 computers per license
- Two users can remote into the same computer
- Manage multiple users in teams
Free Trial
Distant Desktop
No trial information availableSplashtop Remote Access
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
Not enough data
9.6
409
Ease of Use
Not enough data
9.7
413
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.3
296
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.5
246
Quality of Support
Not enough data
9.3
273
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.6
229
Product Direction (% positive)
Not enough data
9.1
391
Features by Category
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Productivity Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Presenter Tools
Not enough data
8.7
22
Not enough data
8.0
22
Not enough data
9.7
25
Not enough data
8.0
22
Conferencing Options
Not enough data
7.4
22
Not enough data
7.4
21
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Application Tools
Not enough data
8.7
25
Not enough data
8.3
23
Not enough data
9.0
24
Agentic AI - Screen Sharing
Not enough data
5.6
6
Administration
Not enough data
9.1
73
Not enough data
8.9
74
Not enough data
8.0
67
Not enough data
9.3
72
Not enough data
8.4
68
Not enough data
8.9
74
Maintenance
Not enough data
8.4
71
Not enough data
8.4
65
Communication
Not enough data
8.5
68
Not enough data
6.2
64
Not enough data
6.1
64
Not enough data
6.8
65
Security
Not enough data
8.3
66
Not enough data
8.2
65
Device Support
Not enough data
8.2
70
Not enough data
8.4
73
Not enough data
8.4
71
Performance
Not enough data
8.3
67
Administration
Not enough data
9.0
217
Not enough data
8.9
157
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
146
Not enough data
8.5
151
Not enough data
9.3
229
Not enough data
9.2
227
Platform
Not enough data
9.3
217
Not enough data
8.7
205
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.5
257
Security
Not enough data
7.9
125
Not enough data
8.9
190
Not enough data
8.9
176
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Distant Desktop and Splashtop Remote Access are categorized as Remote Desktop
Unique Categories
Distant Desktop has no unique categories
Splashtop Remote Access is categorized as Screen Sharing and Remote Support
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Distant Desktop
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Splashtop Remote Access
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Education Management
100.0%
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Other
0.0%
Accounting
10.4%
Information Technology and Services
10.0%
Computer Software
4.3%
Hospital & Health Care
3.7%
Retail
3.5%
Other
68.2%
Discussions
Distant Desktop has no discussions with answers
How do I print from my clients computer to my printer
3 Comments
JJ
https://support-splashtopbusiness.splashtop.com/hc/en-us/articles/212725383-REMOTE-PRINTRead more
What is the network traffic like for the streamers?
2 Comments
RN
Minimal. I am connected all day and it barely up-ticks my bandwidth. They do some tricks with only transmitting the portions of the screen that have...Read more
Connection
1 Comment
TD
If you open the Splashtop Streamer on your laptop (from the icon tray in the lower right of your screen), select Security on the left side of the Streamer...Read more
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