foreword
An excellent remote control software pursues a reliable sense of security, smooth connection, clear picture quality, simple operation, millisecond-level senseless delay, and a full range of functions. In addition, the remote control software should also have independent innovative technology, have a forward-looking market that competitors cannot surpass, keep pace with the world, and be able to integrate various scenarios in life and maximize the solution to user needs.
In the mainstream remote control software, on domestic and foreign platforms, in the personal daily office environment, is there a higher transcendence after satisfying the remote basic functions? What about the product performance, individual performance and level of the remote software of the mainstream brands in the market? For this reason, I prepared this cross-test and searched for the 5 most popular remote control software.
1. What are the common remote control software?
【scenes to be used】
Since the outbreak of the flu, attendance from physical to personal offices has become non-essential for most areas. Meetings can be completed through remote video, and documents, data information, application levels, etc. can also be quickly obtained through secure remote services. The new model of remote and hybrid office is subtly changing our lives. If we want to subdivide its Use scenarios can be planned into the following two categories:
The first is the office scene, which can be divided into remote home office, product testing, operation and maintenance monitoring, user service, IT technical support, etc. according to different occupational needs.
Divided according to life scenarios, it can help parents or friends complete the installation and use of mobile devices, and conduct remote synchronous teaching; remote acquisition of emergency materials when they are not around; remote control of multiple computers; remote printing of orders and courier orders from multiple stores for e-commerce ;Remote supervision of minors surfing the Internet or remote supervision of candidates' cheating behavior, etc.
The service scenarios of remote software have penetrated into all walks of life, government agencies, Internet companies, financial securities, real estate, intelligent manufacturing, medical care, education and other fields, providing remote assistance, remote operation and maintenance, remote office, IT support, IOT, after-sales customer service And other technical and service support.
【Remote software】
At present, compared with other functional software, there are not many remote control software commonly used in the market. According to the classification at home and abroad, the mainstream remote control software in China includes ToDesk and Sunflower, while the foreign ones are mainly TeamViewer, Splashtop and AnyDesk . .
Second, what is a good remote software?
First, it is fast and convenient , with second-level real-time transmission performance, and can enjoy professional remote services anytime and anywhere; second, it is stable and smooth , able to resist network fluctuations, and will not cause problems such as broadband congestion, delay, or packet loss; third, high-definition low-latency , you can Automatically adjust the encoding method, intelligently plan the optimal line, reduce network delay, and achieve the best balance between smooth operation and high image quality. In addition, more marginalized value-added services can be obtained from hardware facilities to meet daily needs while optimizing interactions to achieve popular promotion effects.
Therefore, this horizontal test will focus on the detailed explanation of the product interface design, software installation, remote control performance, value-added services, and evaluation of pros and cons in the order of the 2 models with the largest number of domestic users + 3 models commonly used abroad .
We can prepare a laptop (PC) and a mobile phone (Apple or Android phone) first, and install the clients of each remote software on the computer and mobile phone respectively. The specific software versions are as follows:
1、ToDesk
As a dark horse in the domestic remote control industry, ToDesk supports cross-platform remote control. The personal version has more comprehensive functions, supports downloading and interoperability of five major systems, and has a wide range of applications. According to the latest data from the official website, ToDesk supports 85 million+ users, 300,000+ cooperative enterprises, and over 4 billion (min) of safe connection time per month.
【interface design】
ToDesk has a very eye-catching corporate blue and pure white, giving people a clean and comfortable feeling. The main remote function, so you can see the device code and temporary password that occupy a large space when you enter for the first time. The input box for the device code that requires remote control is also very conspicuous. Novices can open the remote control without a teacher, and the experience is more in line with domestic Software interaction habits.
【Software Installation】
ToDesk Windows client fully supports Win11, Win10, Win8, Win7, XP and other operating systems. In addition, it also provides a simplified version that only supports accused and does not require installation. The current v4.7.0.1 version can be installed in less than 1 minute.
[remote control performance]
ToDesk focuses on three innovative technologies, namely OTT SD-WAN intelligent network optimization, RTC (real-time communication technology) and a new generation of RT-Play engine, which successively realize network stability, no sense of delay, and high-definition display functions. When I use ToDesk, after entering the device code and temporary password to the controlled end, it is basically connected in seconds, and there are few delays and freezes when the remote control is turned on. The picture quality is clear and adjustable. Select the office mode+ HD is also good enough.
Then I tested functions such as file transfer, online screen projection, and remote gaming. The image quality frame rate is 30fps, and the millisecond-level delay is really nothing to brag about. The file transfer speed is as high as 12.0M/s, and small files can be transferred successfully in just a few seconds.
Screen projection is a relatively basic function in daily work. ToDesk’s cross-platform screen projection operation is also relatively simple. It supports horizontal and vertical screen playback. The visual clarity is similar to that of the original device. It is the normal image quality of the personal version. , upgrade to the game version to support up to 4K60FPS, 2K144FPS (requires v4.7.0.1 and above).
Use ToDesk to play games, support independent setting of virtual buttons, and customize button size, position, transparency, button combination, etc. Xbox can support somatosensory, plug and play, pointing at whichever to play, and the screen can also be presented in 1:1 , running smoothly. If the configuration of the computer at home is low, you can consider remote company computers to play games with high configuration.
【Value-added services】
ToDesk products are divided into personal version, professional version, game version and enterprise version. The value-added part is allocated on demand. The personal version is suitable for the general public. Basic remote functions should be available. It can also support 100 devices for free. The price of other versions Relatively cost-effective, you can choose according to your personal needs.
In addition, ToDesk also has additional plug-in services, such as multi-channel, root-free Android control, true color mode, multi-screen display, virtual screen, etc., as well as other hardware plug-ins, such as game control, supporting PC game controllers/mobile game keyboards ;Support access to designer-specific digital boards.
【Pros and cons evaluation】
Advantages: The most free functions, stable and smooth, clear picture quality, more user-friendly design, can easily cope with daily work, and enjoy instant entertainment.
Disadvantages: Due to network fluctuations, there are a small number of reconnections, but the customer service work order has been delivered, and the feedback is very timely.
2. Sunflower
Sunflower is a relatively old remote control software in China with a high reputation. It also supports remote office, remote design and remote games, with a total of more than 70 million registered users.
【interface design】
The picture is very heavy, and the black and red color scheme is relatively deep, which is not at all like my name "Sunflower". The interface is also mainly displayed with connection functions. Commonly used devices and mobile phone projection screens are placed on the left sidebar. There are many charging points on the inner page, and the tips are all for purchasing matching hardware or upgrading VIP. Relatively speaking, ToDesk hardly has any advertisements.
【Product Installation】
The installation package of Sunflower is small, only 32.3MB, and the installation speed of the Win client is also very fast. However, after my roommate installed Sunflower for the first time using Mac OS, the software cannot be opened when the screen is locked, restarted, or shut down. This problem cannot be solved at present.
[remote control performance]
Sunflower provides office, high-definition, game, ultra-definition true color, and extreme speed modes. The delay is basically more than 25ms, and the frame rate is also low. In office mode, the bandwidth is as high as 63KB/s, and the CPU usage is high.
Unlike ToDesk, the file transfer is not displayed on the controlled end, but the remote file transfer interface will pop up on the master end, and there will be a prompt when the file transfer is completed. The transfer speed is comparable to ToDesk.
【Value-added services】
On the whole, Sunflower has many payment mechanisms. The personal version only supports connection and file transfer functions, and the price/performance ratio is relatively not that high. The upgraded version has the same connection speed as before. After the software is restored.
【Pros and cons evaluation】
Advantages: High popularity, many hardware products, and whiteboard function.
Disadvantages: The interface is relatively traditional, the CPU usage rate is large, there are many payment services, and the delay in playing games is serious.
3、TeamViewer & Splashtop & AnyDesk
Both TeamViewer and AnyDesk were founded in Germany. TeamViewer was founded as early as 2005, Splashtop was founded the following year, and AnyDesk was founded in 2014. These three remote software created abroad all support Chinese, support mobile app store downloads, and support free trials of the enterprise version.
However, after searching for a long time for the Splashtop Personal Edition Windows download portal, I couldn’t find it. The mobile download kept prompting an email sending verification (41403) error, and I couldn’t log in. Therefore, Splashtop Business Access was used as a reference for cross-testing.
【interface design】
The TeamViewer interface is also blue + white, and supports web client and desktop client. The web client can use TeamViewer through a web browser, which is convenient and fast. But the desktop side needs to download TeamViewerQS to open the session.
The personal version of Splashtop is light green, and the enterprise version is purple-gray. It can be installed on the master computer and mobile device. To customize it, you need to download a Streamer on the controlled computer. The first time I saw Splashtop's interface, it was a bit confusing. The search box was too small to be ignored, and the same was true for the mobile terminal.
AnyDesk uses orange and red as the theme color, which is relatively new, and the interface is also very simple. The design of the entire page is very "returning to the past". What's more special is that it not only retains the original connection device record, but also provides the "discovered" function, that is, you can check the surrounding users who are using AnyDesk, and click to connect directly.
【Product Installation】
The installation sizes of TeamViewer & Splashtop & AnyDesk are 77.3MB, 49.5MB, and 4 MB, respectively. Among them, TeamViewer supports web desktop client, you can start a remote session with a browser web page without downloading software separately. System compatible with AnyDesk > TeamViewer > Splashtop.
[remote control performance]
The remote functions of the personal version of the three software are relatively basic, and the connection method is relatively direct, but it does not highlight the code and password of the connected device like the domestic software. On the contrary, TeamViewer also shrinks this part and hides it under the remote session.
It is relatively smooth to experience the respective session connection, screen switching, screen casting, file transfer and screen quality control, and the touch of the mobile terminal is very smooth.
In addition, TeamViewer has the advantage of being able to see the information of the other party’s device in the session function; Splashtop supports customizing the layout of the touchpad, arrow keys and scrolling dynamic toolbar, and can be dragged to the desired position at will; AnyDesk mobile terminal connection Turning on the live broadcast directly is more efficient than turning on the live broadcast mode in China first.
【Value-added services】
The three softwares are very powerful in performance, and they are not relentless in charging. Even paid individual users can only access 2 to 3 devices at most, which is very limited.
【Pros and cons evaluation】
Advantages: The three softwares have been established for a long time, and the basic connection functions are particularly stable and smooth, and are applicable to various platforms around the world.
Disadvantages: The common point of foreign software is that they all require email registration, which is cumbersome and expensive. Among them, Splashtop’s mailbox registration is the most troublesome, and there are so many verification points, one operation may receive N emails, and you must click on the verification before you can connect, and even the controlled screen needs to be unlocked every time the connection is successful; and TeamViewer needs to download TeamViewerQS, which is prone to the disadvantage of being restricted and forced to disconnect during use; the problem of continuous error reporting occurs during the use of AnyDesk.
3. Summary of this article
Based on the evaluation of the above 5 softwares, I prefer ToDesk as the domestic remote control software. It has comprehensive functions, excellent image quality and delay, and you can log in by scanning the code on your mobile phone, which fully meets my daily work habits. If there is no free experience for the other three foreign software, I will choose TeamViewer, but it limits the number of devices and can only be used point-to-point alone.