Splashtop vs ConnectWise Control

Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business. Last verified June 20, 2026.

The short answer

Splashtop ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for IT teams and remote workers needing secure remote desktop and support access. Top-tier performance and security features at a highly competitive price point for businesses of all sizes.

At a glance

SplashtopConnectWise Control
Top 11 rank#1 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business#3 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business
Score (out of 9.4)9.28.8
Best forBest overall value and performanceBest for MSPs and customization
Pricing$ ($60 to $480/yr)$$ ($348 to $660/yr)
HQSan Jose, USATampa, USA
Founded20061982

Splashtop

Top-tier performance and security features at a highly competitive price point for businesses of all sizes.

www.splashtop.com

See full entry in The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business

ConnectWise Control

A highly powerful and customizable tool favored by MSPs, with a steeper learning curve.

www.connectwise.com/platform/unified-monitoring-and-management/control

See full entry in The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business

Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.