HopToDesk vs AnyDesk
AnyDesk is a widely used remote desktop application known for its speed and performance. It provides flexible remote access solutions for various use cases, from personal support to large-scale IT management.
Where HopToDesk fits
AnyDesk competes on session performance, and both products give you fast, low-latency remote control. HopToDesk's difference is what sits around the session: a free client with no account required to connect, plus a Dashboard that turns ad-hoc access into a managed fleet with monitoring, ticketing and reporting.
AnyDesk and HopToDesk side by side
| Feature | HopToDesk | AnyDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free | Free for personal use; paid plans start at US$28.90/month, billed annually (US$346.80/year) |
| Use Without an Account | Yes | Yes (for basic interactive access) |
| Platform Support | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS, Chromebook, Raspberry Pi | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS, FreeBSD, Raspberry Pi, Chrome OS |
| Single App for Control/Share | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Share | Yes | Yes |
| File Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes (Text Chat) |
| Audio Support | Yes | Yes |
| Traffic Security | End-to-End Encryption | TLS 1.2 with AES-256 Encryption |
| ? | Yes | Yes (through security settings and permissions) |
| 2FA Login | Yes | Yes (for unattended access) |
| Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Session Recording | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Restart | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Wakeup (WOL) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Clipboard Sync | Yes | Yes |
| Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Session Support | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Monitor Support | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Hosting / On-Premise | Yes | Yes (with Ultimate plan) |
| Built-in Help Desk & Ticketing | Included on all plans, with a customer portal, email intake and assignment | No native help desk; CRM and ITSM integrations available on Ultimate |
| Device Monitoring & Alerts | Included | Not offered |
| Session Reports & Audit Trail | Session history, connection durations, audit trail, CSV export | Session History (limited on lower tiers) |
AnyDesk plan details verified 5 August 2026 against AnyDesk pricing. Vendors change packaging, so check current terms before deciding.
What the Dashboard adds
The HopToDesk client is free. The Dashboard is the paid tier, and it turns remote access into a managed platform, from your first three devices free to 500 and beyond on the Business plan.
Switching from AnyDesk
- Run the free HopToDesk client alongside AnyDesk. It works portable, so nothing needs uninstalling to test it.
- Sign up for the free Dashboard tier and add three devices to see live status, session history and the built-in help desk.
- Roll out to the fleet with your existing deployment tooling, or ship a custom-branded client so end users see your name.
- Bring the team across with roles, invites and SSO once you are happy with the device list.
On the Business plan you can also import the device list exported from your current tool. Each imported group becomes a deployment with its own enroll link, and the Dashboard checks off each machine as it enrolls, so you always know what is left to move. Read the migration guide
Common questions
Do I need an account to connect?
No. HopToDesk connects without an account. An account is only needed for the Dashboard, which is where fleet management, ticketing and reporting live.
How does pricing compare?
The HopToDesk client is free for personal and business use. You pay only for the Dashboard, and only when you want fleet management on top of remote access.
Can I self-host?
Yes. You can run your own HopToDesk network on-premises or on Cloudflare Workers, free.
Try it on your own devices
Install the client, add a few devices and see how it handles your estate before you move anything across.
Managing devices for clients? HopToDesk for MSPs covers multi-tenant separation, per-tenant branding and volume pricing.