Splashtop vs HopToDesk
Splashtop is a remote desktop software solution that was originally developed for consumers who wanted to access their home computers remotely from a different location. It quickly gained popularity due to its ease of use, fast performance, and affordability.
Where HopToDesk fits
Splashtop sells remote access as a subscription per user or per computer. HopToDesk keeps the remote session free and charges for the Dashboard, so the cost scales with how much fleet management you want rather than with how many people need to connect.
Splashtop and HopToDesk side by side
| Feature | HopToDesk | Splashtop |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free app. Dashboard from $15/month | Starts at US$6/month, billed annually (US$72/year) |
| Technicians Included | Unlimited on Pro and Business | 1 per license, extra users cost more |
| Use Without an Account | Yes | Not offered |
| Platforms and setup | ||
| Platform Support | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS, Chromebook, Raspberry Pi | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS, Chromebook, Raspberry Pi |
| Mobile Technician App | Yes | Yes |
| Web Browser Access | Yes | Enterprise plan only |
| Single App for Control/Share | Yes | Not offered |
| Language Support | About 44 | About 11 |
| Mass Deployment (MSI, GPO, Intune) | YesBusiness plan | Yes |
| Self-Hosting / On-Premise | Yes | Yes |
| Connecting | ||
| Connect with an ID and Password | Yes | YesWith Splashtop SOS |
| Unattended Access | Yes | Yes |
| Access Without Port Forwarding | Yes | Yes |
| Direct Access | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Wakeup (WOL) | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Session Support | Yes | Yes |
| In a session | ||
| Screen Share | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Monitor Support | Yes | Yes |
| File Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Clipboard Sync | Yes | Yes |
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Support | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Terminal | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Restart | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Session Recording | Yes | Yes |
| Security | ||
| Traffic Security | End-to-End Encryption | End-to-End Encryption |
| Secure Session Verification | Yes | Not offered |
| 2FA Login | Yes | Yes |
| SSO Login | Yes | YesEnterprise plan |
| Business tools | ||
| Custom-Branded Clients | Yes | YesSplashtop SOS |
| Built-in Help Desk & Ticketing | YesAll plans | Not offered |
| Device Monitoring & Alerts | Yes | YesRemote Support Premium |
| Session Reports & Audit Trail | Yes | Yes |
| Session Notes & Billable Flag | Yes | No billable tagging |
| AI Agent Support (MCP) | Yes | Not offered |
Splashtop plan details verified 5 August 2026 against Splashtop 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 2,000 on the Business plan and beyond.
Switching from Splashtop
- Install the free client on the machines you support. Portable mode means no commitment to test it.
- Start a free Dashboard account, add three devices, and check the monitoring and ticket views against your own machines.
- Deploy at scale with GPO, Intune, SCCM, Jamf or Ansible, or with a branded client.
- Add your team, set roles, and connect SSO from the Dashboard.
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
FAQ
Is there a free tier?
Yes. The client is free for personal and business use, and the Dashboard free plan covers three devices with no time limit.
Does HopToDesk do unattended access?
Yes. Unattended access is available for devices you manage, and the Dashboard adds live status and monitoring on top.
Can I brand it for my customers?
Yes. Custom-branded clients with your own name, logo and colours are generated from the Dashboard.
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.