Zoho Assist 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
Zoho Assist ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #3) for IT teams and remote workers needing secure remote desktop and support access. A powerful, secure support tool that shines within the Zoho ecosystem and offers great standalone value.
At a glance
| Zoho Assist | ConnectWise Control | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business | #3 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 8.8 |
| Best for | Best for integrated IT support | Best for MSPs and customization |
| Pricing | $ ($120 to $288/yr) | $$ ($348 to $660/yr) |
| HQ | Chennai, India | Tampa, USA |
| Founded | 1996 | 1982 |
Zoho Assist
A powerful, secure support tool that shines within the Zoho ecosystem and offers great standalone value.
www.zoho.com/assist/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/controlSee 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.