AnyDesk vs TeamViewer: which to choose in 2026
AnyDesk and TeamViewer are the two best-known remote desktop programs. They're more alike than they seem: both charge per licensed user, limit simultaneous connections by plan and are paid by the year. Here are the differences that matter, and an alternative if you'd rather pay per connection and month by month.
AnyDesk and TeamViewer, head to head
| Feature | AnyDesk | TeamViewer |
|---|---|---|
| Entry planPer month, billed yearly | Solo: about $28.90 | Remote Access: about $24.90 (your own computers only) |
| Team planPer month, billed yearly | Standard: about $49.90 · Advanced: about $111.90 | Business: about $50.90 · Premium: over $110 |
| License model | Per user, with connections depending on the plan | Per user, with connections and devices depending on the plan |
| Monthly billing | No | No |
| Free for personal use | Yes | Yes |
| Systems | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and more | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and more |
| Strengths | Light and simple | Enterprise features and device management |
Which one suits you?
AnyDesk is a good choice if you work alone or in a small team, value a light program and one or two connections at a time are enough.
TeamViewer fits companies that, besides remote control, want to manage and monitor many devices and can afford its higher plans.
RemoteBite is the option if your team needs several connections at once without paying per person, you want to be able to pay month by month and Mac, Windows and Linux are enough: Pro includes 3 connections for $29 a month and Team 10 for $69.
What they have in common (and why you're looking for an alternative)
Both are free only for personal use and watch for commercial use: if they detect you're using them for work, they show warnings or limit sessions. On paid plans, the price grows with every person and every extra connection, and the subscription renews by the year.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, AnyDesk or TeamViewer?
It depends on what you need. AnyDesk is usually lighter and cheaper for one person; TeamViewer offers more enterprise features and device management, at a higher price. Both charge per licensed user with a yearly subscription.
Which one is cheaper?
Their entry plans are close: AnyDesk Solo is around $28.90/month and TeamViewer Remote Access around $24.90/month (the latter for your own computers only). For teams, AnyDesk Standard is around $49.90/month and TeamViewer Business around $50.90/month, always billed yearly.
Are they free?
Both have a free version for personal use only and warn you or limit connections if they suspect commercial use.
Is there an alternative with monthly billing?
Yes. RemoteBite can be paid monthly or yearly, at a flat price per plan: Pro ($29 a month) includes 3 simultaneous connections and Team ($69) 10 for the whole team.
Not fully convinced by either?
Try RemoteBite for free on Mac, Windows and Linux.
Third-party prices in US dollars per month, billed yearly and before taxes, according to their websites and public comparison sites checked in November 2026. They may change: always check each vendor's website. AnyDesk, TeamViewer, Splashtop, RustDesk and Chrome Remote Desktop are trademarks of their respective owners; RemoteBite isn't affiliated with any of them.
Sources: AnyDesk pricing · AnyDesk commercial use · CostBench: AnyDesk pricing · TeamViewer pricing · TeamViewer: commercial use suspected · CostBench: TeamViewer pricing