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Verified User in Financial Services
AF
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"free remote tool for internal connection"
What do you like best about TightVNC?

product is free can use for remote support in internal network Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

lack of chat while supporting remote connection Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

HK
Senior Principle engineer
Computer Software
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Usefull Portable Remote Desktop Tool"
What do you like best about TightVNC?

Tight vnc is very easy to install and use. it connects to the remote desktop in less than a second so performance is good.. It is very secure as it requires a password to connect to the remote system, and that password can be set manually in a remote system. Tight vnc supports Windows and Mac, Linux desktops, and Linux Servers. can take multiple connections at the same time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

There is no option to chat in tight vnc like other apps and configuring for public network is kind of difficult configurations and some times it is not working at all Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Akshayakumar H.
AH
Quality Engineering Specialist
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Best tool to access remote machine without any issue."
What do you like best about TightVNC?

TightVNC is a popular remote desktop software that allows users to access and control a computer desktop remotely over a network connection. Some of the features that users appreciate about TightVNC include:

Cross-Platform Support: TightVNC is available on various platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it versatile and widely accessible.

Free and Open Source: TightVNC is distributed under an open-source license, meaning it's free to use, modify, and distribute, which is appealing to many users and organizations.

Reliable Performance: The software is known for its reliable performance and relatively low resource consumption, which makes it suitable for various hardware configurations and network conditions.

Encryption and Security: TightVNC supports encryption of data transmission, providing a level of security when accessing remote desktops over unsecured networks.

File Transfer: The software allows users to transfer files between the local and remote computers during a remote session, enhancing its usability for various purposes.

Clipboard Sharing: TightVNC supports clipboard sharing between the local and remote computers, making it easy to copy and paste text or other data.

Customizable Settings: Users can configure various settings according to their preferences and network environment, allowing for a more personalized experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

Performance over Slow Networks: While TightVNC performs well on local networks and decent internet connections, its performance may suffer over slower or congested networks, leading to lag and lower image quality.

Security Concerns: While TightVNC does support encryption for data transmission, some users might prefer more robust security features found in other remote desktop solutions.

Limited Features: Compared to some commercial remote desktop applications, TightVNC might have fewer advanced features and functionalities, which might be important for specific use cases.

Complex Network Configurations: Setting up TightVNC to work over the internet or across different networks might require some networking knowledge, and it could be challenging for less tech-savvy users.

Platform Limitations: Although TightVNC is cross-platform, some users might find that certain features work better on specific operating systems, leading to a slightly inconsistent experience.

Connection Issues: Some users may encounter difficulties with establishing or maintaining connections, especially when dealing with firewalls or routers that require port forwarding.

Lack of Ongoing Development: As of my last update in September 2021, TightVNC's development had been relatively slow compared to some other remote desktop solutions, leading to potential concerns about future updates and enhancements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

RM
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Good Remote control tool with in Private Network"
What do you like best about TightVNC?

By default, we will have to set up a password to access the system, which is secure. the cursor is very responsive and there is no lag in controlling it. It is the best tool to use in a Private network. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

To operate through Public internet, we need to do some configurations like port forwarding, which is very uncomfortable Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Karmavir J.
KJ
Co-Founder
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great and easy to setup vnc server"
What do you like best about TightVNC?

Tight VNC has all the things that you need to remotely access the GUI of a server or a remote device.

The best part is the configuration to get it up and running takes only a little time if you know what you are doing.

Compared to Paid VNC services, if you set up your firewall and tunnel to use it, this works better than most. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

For someone setting up tightvnc on a server espacially and AWS or Azure engine , the chances of misconfiguration are high and a real pain. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
AH
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"TightVNC Clients and Servers"
What do you like best about TightVNC?

TightVNC is a free, lightweight client that has makes connecting to non-critical machines near effortless. Even walking a non-technical person through the installer is relatively easy. Even changing settings are a breeze. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

The only items I dislike about TighVNC are the lack of end-to-end encryption standards. From what I read, it's still exploitable, so we would never trust it on machines that require privacy or server environments which is a shame because it's the fastest way for us to reach a device without using an RDP session. Another (minor, for us) dislike is the lack of granularity of settings and options compared to other paid programs, but again, it's free and works for us as-is. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Parker R.
PR
Temp IT Analyst
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"TightVNC Gets The Job Done"
What do you like best about TightVNC?

In emergency situations when things need to be done urgently, instead of walking back over to your pc you can remote to your pc instead. Saves alot of time and hassle. I work in a few different buildings so I always need to be in and out of them, Tightvnc saves me alot of time.I work in a few different buildings so I always need to be in and out of them, Tightvnc saves me alot of time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

Not much downsides in my opinion, I have been using TightVNC for 3 years and it is extremely helpful every time I use it. Literally trying to think of anything i dislike about it and I cant think of any. Very great product, I would recommend this product to anyone in an work office environment. Great product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Civil Engineering
AC
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great remote application if you don’t need UAC"
What do you like best about TightVNC?

It's a fast, low resource remote application for accessing remote systems on a network. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

Windows User Account Control limits what you can do if the work you are doing requires administrative approval. The screen blanks out, and unable to see the credential prompt/confirmation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Zyren Christian D.
ZD
IT Support Specialist
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"TightVNC is so easy to use, you can manage multiple computers at the same time, makes our job easier"
What do you like best about TightVNC?

Easy to use, UI is user friendly. Can do remote multiple devices, and its free Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

I can't think of any downside yet for this app. Overall this app is great Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Imran S.
IS
Software Developer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Very versatile and easy to use. Boosted our development process significantly and our team liked it."
What do you like best about TightVNC?

The user friendly-ness and the time it takes for one to learn to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about TightVNC?

No t quite sure if we ave one if I am honest. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Time to Implement

2 months

Perceived Cost

$$$$$
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