Splashtop vs VNC Connect
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 #8) 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
| Splashtop | VNC Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business | #8 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 7.8 |
| Best for | Best overall value and performance | Best for secure direct connections |
| Pricing | $ ($60 to $480/yr) | $ ($44 to $600/yr) |
| HQ | San Jose, USA | Cambridge, UK |
| Founded | 2006 | 2002 |
Splashtop
Top-tier performance and security features at a highly competitive price point for businesses of all sizes.
www.splashtop.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business
VNC Connect
A highly secure and flexible tool offering both cloud-brokered and direct P2P connections.
www.realvnc.com/en/connect/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.