Compare RealVNC and TeamViewer 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (42.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $3.69 1 Managed Device Per Month
Starting at $24.90
RealVNC
Star Rating
(437)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $3.69 1 Managed Device Per Month
Browse all 8 pricing plansTeamViewer
Star Rating
(3,461)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (42.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $24.90
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that TeamViewer excels in "Unattended Remote Access" with a score of 9.1, making it a preferred choice for those needing reliable access to devices without supervision. In contrast, RealVNC's score of 8.9 indicates it may not be as robust in this area.
- Reviewers mention that TeamViewer's "Quality of Support" is rated at 8.6, which some users find lacking compared to RealVNC's higher score of 9.1. This suggests that RealVNC may provide more responsive and helpful customer service.
- G2 users highlight TeamViewer's "Multi-Monitor Support" with a score of 9.0, which is particularly beneficial for users who work with multiple screens. RealVNC, scoring 8.3, may not offer the same level of functionality for multi-monitor setups.
- Users on G2 say that TeamViewer's "Session Recording" feature, rated at 9.0, is a significant advantage for those needing to document remote sessions. RealVNC's lower score of 6.8 indicates that its session recording capabilities may not meet the same standards.
- Reviewers mention that TeamViewer's "File Sharing" feature scores 9.1, making it a strong option for users who frequently transfer files during remote sessions. RealVNC's score of 8.5 suggests it may not be as efficient in this regard.
- Users report that TeamViewer's "Ease of Use" is rated at 9.1, which many find intuitive and user-friendly. In comparison, RealVNC's score of 9.4 indicates it may have a slight edge in usability, appealing to those who prioritize a seamless experience.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
RealVNC
Essentials (per device)
Starting at $3.69
1 Managed Device Per Month
For individuals needing access to a handful of devices.
- Up to 3 managed devices
- 1 licensed user
- Unlimited concurrent connections (to managed devices)
TeamViewer
Remote Access
Starting at $24.90
Ideal for on-the-go professionals looking for an economical, easy remote work solution.
- 1 Licensed User
- 1 Concurrent connection (channel)
- 3 Managed devices
Free Trial
RealVNC
Free Trial is available
TeamViewer
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
370
9.1
2,842
Ease of Use
9.4
373
9.1
2,888
Ease of Setup
9.0
244
9.1
783
Ease of Admin
9.2
240
8.9
636
Quality of Support
9.1
281
8.6
2,428
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
232
8.6
593
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
368
8.7
2,738
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
Administration
Not enough data
9.6
35
Not enough data
9.3
35
Not enough data
9.3
34
Monitoring and Management
Not enough data
9.2
34
Not enough data
9.4
34
Not enough data
9.0
35
Not enough data
9.4
35
Organization
Not enough data
9.4
34
Service Management
Not enough data
9.0
35
Not enough data
9.8
35
Not enough data
9.5
35
Presenter Tools
Not enough data
8.9
807
Not enough data
8.5
730
Not enough data
9.2
876
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
778
|
Verified
Conferencing Options
Not enough data
8.7
741
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
753
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
737
|
Verified
Application Tools
Not enough data
8.9
813
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
771
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
750
|
Verified
Scope
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Functionality
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.8
8
Monitoring - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
9.8
8
Analytics - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Network Performance - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Automation - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Asset Inventory
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.4
6
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
9.3
16
9.3
436
8.5
16
9.1
432
6.8
11
9.0
387
8.9
17
9.1
413
8.7
13
9.0
398
8.3
17
9.1
406
Maintenance
8.9
16
9.1
402
8.8
14
9.0
370
Communication
8.3
14
9.0
401
Feature Not Available
8.8
349
Feature Not Available
8.9
352
Feature Not Available
8.9
374
Security
8.6
16
9.1
366
7.9
14
9.1
371
Device Support
8.5
11
9.1
396
8.7
14
9.2
408
8.9
14
9.2
405
Performance
6.5
12
9.0
380
Administration
Not enough data
9.6
16
Not enough data
9.6
15
Not enough data
9.7
16
Security
Not enough data
9.7
15
Not enough data
9.5
14
Platform - Mobile Device Management (MDM)
Not enough data
8.6
20
Operating System
Not enough data
9.5
21
Not enough data
9.1
20
Not enough data
8.7
21
Management
Not enough data
8.8
21
Not enough data
8.7
21
Not enough data
8.9
19
Not enough data
8.3
19
Not enough data
8.9
21
Security
Not enough data
8.6
19
Not enough data
8.9
21
Analysis
Not enough data
9.3
10
Platform
Not enough data
9.7
10
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
9.4
8
Security
Not enough data
9.1
9
Not enough data
9.3
9
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
9.8
7
Not enough data
9.3
9
Administration
8.8
143
8.8
1323
8.4
116
8.7
1235
8.3
113
8.6
1229
7.7
54
8.6
1216
Feature Not Available
8.7
1251
9.1
149
8.7
1324
8.7
144
8.9
1391
Platform
9.3
154
8.9
1339
9.2
94
8.7
1300
Feature Not Available
8.7
1267
9.5
179
9.1
1428
Security
Feature Not Available
8.6
1129
Feature Not Available
8.8
1272
Feature Not Available
8.7
1217
ServiceNow Apps
Not enough data
9.3
132
Not enough data
9.3
133
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
RealVNC and TeamViewer are categorized as Remote Desktop and Remote Support
Unique Categories
RealVNC has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
RealVNC
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
TeamViewer
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
Information Technology and Services
12.3%
Computer Software
6.3%
Hospital & Health Care
3.4%
Accounting
2.9%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
2.7%
Other
72.5%
Information Technology and Services
16.7%
Computer Software
10.3%
Marketing and Advertising
4.5%
Telecommunications
3.2%
Consumer Services
3.0%
Other
62.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
RealVNC
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Oscar M.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Best thing of VNC is the multiplatform ability, I use it to connect windows to windows, or windows to linux, for several platforms, it's is simple awesome. Also I really love the support for those small details like copy passwords, small files, details and...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
The remote connection can lag pretty badly. This makes the usefulness level go down a bit since the experience can get choppy.
TeamViewer
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Shubham K.
Verified User
I like that it is so easy to share the computing device remotely, just by using giving the ID and password and voila, its interface is secure and very comfortable, sending files in actual time is effortless and the audio and video first-class is very high....
Most Helpful Critical Review
Jeremy M.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Teamviewer is not subtle in finding ways to take more of your money. For hundreds of remote users to accidentally click on a flashing pop up to update their teamviewer, only to have the tech lose connectivity to that user is an outrageous waste of time and...
Oscar M.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Best thing of VNC is the multiplatform ability, I use it to connect windows to windows, or windows to linux, for several platforms, it's is simple awesome. Also I really love the support for those small details like copy passwords, small files, details and...
Shubham K.
Verified User
I like that it is so easy to share the computing device remotely, just by using giving the ID and password and voila, its interface is secure and very comfortable, sending files in actual time is effortless and the audio and video first-class is very high....
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
The remote connection can lag pretty badly. This makes the usefulness level go down a bit since the experience can get choppy.
Jeremy M.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Teamviewer is not subtle in finding ways to take more of your money. For hundreds of remote users to accidentally click on a flashing pop up to update their teamviewer, only to have the tech lose connectivity to that user is an outrageous waste of time and...
Discussions
Is there an easy way to transfer files between server and viewer computers. currently i use email.
3 comments
PS
This functionality is built into the software. From the toolbar, click on the "Double Arrows" which is for File Transfers. Note that file transfer isn’t...Read more
How can I automatically start VNC Server on a Mac to enable remote login after restart?
3 comments
JR
This has been driving me crazy since around when you posted this question originally. In case you never figured it out, or others find this post (it was the...Read more
Is either an iPhone or Android OS version available? Can I show clients my screen?
2 comments
JM
There is a VNC client available on iPhone and Android. Although it works only one direction. You can control a computer running VNC Server, but you cannot...Read more
Can i access the mobile phone devices through remote desktop ?
5 comments
AZ
Yes, you can generally remote in to mobile devices, but the connection (at least in the case of iOS devices) is view only. You cannot control the mobile...Read more
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