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Compare Work From Home Software
Work-from-home software helps people track work activity, monitor employees or access a computer remotely; the choice depends on the job to be done and the platforms a team uses.
Compare free plans and starting prices, deployment type, employee monitoring and remote access. The signal score is out of 10; marks show whether a tool has a public API, open-source code or a free tier.
- 26 platforms
- 3 with a public API on this page
- 12 with a free tier
- Checked 28 Sept 2026
- 1 D
DWServicedwservice.netOpen-source remote access software for computers and mobile devices, with an API and free plan.
- 2 P
Parsecparsec.appRemote access software for Windows, macOS, Ubuntu Linux, Android, and Chromium web.
- 3 AActivTrakactivtrak.com
Workforce analytics software showing digital activity, productivity trends, schedules, and work locations.
- 4 TR
TeamViewer Remoteteamviewer.com - 5 JDJump Desktopjumpdesktop.com
Remote access software with file transfer for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and web.
- 6 DDDistant Desktopdistantdesktop.com
Remote desktop software for macOS and Windows, with free and paid plans.
- 7 LPLogMeIn Prologmein.com
Remote access software for computers, phones, and browsers, with an API.
- 8 W
WorkAdventureworkadventu.reA virtual team space with private text, audio, and video chats, plus listed app integrations.
- 9 G
GoToMyPCget.gotomypc.comRemote access software for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and the web.
- 10 D
DeskTimedesktime.comDeskTime describes itself as automatic time tracking and management software for teams.
- 11 I
Insightfulinsightful.ioWorkforce analytics software recording app use and activity logs to help assess remote work.
- 12 RURemote Utilitiesremoteutilities.com
Remote access software with file transfer for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- 13 R
RustDeskrustdesk.comRemote access software for computers, phones, and the web, with a free plan.
- 14 RRemotePCremotepc.com
Remote access software for desktop and mobile devices, with file exchange and session records.
- 15 MMonitaskmonitask.com
Employee monitoring and time tracking with project timesheets, reports, and timed screenshots.
- 16 S
SpatialChatspatial.chatA web space for virtual events and meetings with conversations shaped by who is nearby.
- 17 IO
ISL Onlineislonline.comRemote support software for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.
- 18 TDTeramind Data Loss Preventionteramind.co
Data loss prevention software that monitors activity and scans data as it moves.
- 19 TD
Time Doctortimedoctor.comTime Doctor tracks work hours and app activity, with optional screenshots and screen recording.
- 20 WWorkTimeworktime.com
- 21 KKumospaceKumospace
Virtual workspace offering shared rooms, a whiteboard, and tools for team conversations.
- 22 H
Hubstaffhubstaff.comProject time-tracking software with billable hours, timesheet approvals, and desktop and mobile apps.
- 23 N
NoMachinenomachine.comRemote access software with file transfer for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- 24 GGathergather.town
Virtual work software combining video meetings, team chat, and a whiteboard.
- 25 SSococosococo.com
Virtual office software for online meetings and collaboration with invited guests.
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How to choose
Which platforms does it need to run on?
Start with the computers and phones people already use. The platforms compared here are Windows, macOS, web, Linux, Android and iOS.
For example, Katmai is listed for web. Check a tool’s supported platforms against your team’s devices before choosing.
Do you need activity tracking or remote access?
Choose based on the work you need the software to support. The board compares employee monitoring, remote device access and activity reporting, so check which of those matter to your team.
Can you start with a free plan or trial?
Check whether a tool offers a free plan, a time-limited trial or paid access. A free plan and a free trial are different: the trial lasts for a set period.
Pricing examples include DeskTime from $6.42 per user per month with annual billing and a 14-day trial, while Jump Desktop lists a free plan and paid access from $7.49 per user per month.
What should you check about team limits and reports?
Compare the free-plan team limit and activity reporting if you need to track work across a team. Confirm that a plan includes the reporting and team size you need before signing up.
How should you compare remote device access?
Check the remote device access details when staff need to reach another computer from home. Compare deployment type as well, since it affects how the software is provided.
Questions
What does work-from-home software do?
It can support employee monitoring, activity reporting or remote access to a device. Compare tools by the tasks and platforms your team needs.
Which platforms should I check before choosing work-from-home software?
Compare support for Windows, macOS, web, Linux, Android and iOS with the devices your team uses.
Is there free work-from-home software?
Some options have a free plan, and some offer a free trial. Check the plan details and free-plan team limit before choosing.
How much does work-from-home software cost?
Paid starting prices vary. Examples include DeskTime at $6.42 per user per month with annual billing and Hubstaff at $4.99 per user per month with annual billing.
How do I compare employee monitoring software?
Check employee monitoring, activity reporting, free-plan team limits and supported platforms to see whether a tool fits your team.
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