Best Remote Access Software · 2026

Splashtop logoSplashtop vs TeamViewer logoTeamViewer

Splashtop vs TeamViewer: on our data-weighted scoring, Splashtop edges ahead (8.1 vs 8.1/10). Splashtop starts at $5/user/mo and is best for msps/it wanting affordable high-performance remote access; TeamViewer starts at Free tier available and is best for cross-platform remote support with broad device reach. Choose Splashtop for the stronger overall track record; consider TeamViewer if its pricing model or fit matches your environment better. Side-by-side table below.

Our pick

Splashtop

8.3/10
MSP Compared score
Starting price
$5/user/mo
Reviews
4.7/5 (~1k G2 reviews)
Free trial
7 days
Deployment
Cloud
Best for
MSPs/IT wanting affordable high-performance remote access
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TeamViewer

8.0/10
MSP Compared score
Starting price
Free tier available
Reviews
4.5/5 (~4k G2 reviews)
Free trial
Free tier + free trial
Deployment
Cloud
Best for
Cross-platform remote support with broad device reach
Visit TeamViewer →

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Strengths at a glance

Six criteria, each scored 0–10 on the same scale from real review data, public pricing and feature coverage. See our methodology →

EditorialUser reviewsAdoptionAffordabilityFeature breadthEase of trial
SplashtopTeamViewer
CriterionSplashtopTeamViewer
Editorial 8.1 8.1
User reviews 9.4 9.0
Adoption 7.9 9.5
Affordability 6.4 9.5
Feature breadth 5.0 5.0
Ease of trial 6.0 10.0

Splashtop vs TeamViewer: head-to-head

Splashtop vs TeamViewer — specs and pricing
SplashtopTeamViewer
Starting price $5/user/mo Free tier available
Pricing model per user per license
Free trial / tier 7 days Free tier + free trial
Best for MSPs/IT wanting affordable high-performance remote access Cross-platform remote support with broad device reach
Deployment Cloud Cloud
G2 rating 4.7/5 (1000) 4.5/5 (4000)
Capterra rating
Our score 8.1 8.1

Choose Splashtop if…

You need msps/it wanting affordable high-performance remote access.

Pros

  • Great performance for price
  • Easy to use
  • Good MSP support tiers

Cons

  • Tiers/SKUs confusing
  • Some features add-ons
  • Support hours vary

Splashtop pricing · review

Choose TeamViewer if…

You need cross-platform remote support with broad device reach.

Pros

  • Works everywhere
  • Reliable
  • Free personal tier

Cons

  • Business pricing high
  • Licensing strict
  • Quote tiers

TeamViewer pricing · review

In depth

Pricing: TeamViewer vs Splashtop

TeamViewer bills on a per license model from Free tier available (free tier available), while Splashtop uses a per user model from $5/user/mo (7 days trial). Because the models differ, the cheaper option flips depending on your fleet size — model both at your seat/endpoint count.

Features & deployment

TeamViewer ships 5 headline capabilities (Cross-platform remote control, Unattended access, File transfer, Mobile support) and deploys Cloud. Splashtop ships 5 (High-performance remote control, Unattended access, Remote support (SOS), Cross-platform), deploying Cloud.

Ratings & verdict

TeamViewer holds 4.5/5 (~4k G2 reviews); Splashtop holds 4.7/5 (~1k G2 reviews). On our data-weighted score, TeamViewer edges ahead (8.1 vs 8.1/10). Pick Splashtop instead when msps/it wanting affordable high-performance remote access. See TeamViewer alternatives or Splashtop alternatives.

Frequently asked questions

Splashtop vs TeamViewer: which is better?
Splashtop vs TeamViewer: on our data-weighted scoring, Splashtop edges ahead (8.1 vs 8.1/10). Splashtop starts at $5/user/mo and is best for msps/it wanting affordable high-performance remote access; TeamViewer starts at Free tier available and is best for cross-platform remote support with broad device reach.
Is Splashtop cheaper than TeamViewer?
Splashtop starts at $5/user/mo and TeamViewer starts at Free tier available (see the pricing rows for models and limits).
Data as of June 16, 2026. Sources: splashtop.com, teamviewer.com. Figures are pulled from public vendor and security data and refreshed automatically.