G2 Vendor Directory

Apple Remote Desktop vs. ISL Online

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricApple Remote Desktop

by Apple

ISL Online

by PDQ

Overall rating4.34.6
Review count53625
Ease of use8.89.4
Ease of setup8.49.2
Quality of support8.39.3
Meets requirements8.69.1
NPS45.28301975.369458
Small Business35.8%51.7%
Mid-Market30.2%26.0%
Enterprise34.0%22.3%
Total page views129703
Total LLM citations1,2143,394

Apple Remote Desktop

Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) is a comprehensive remote management software developed by Apple Inc., designed to facilitate the administration of Mac computers over a network. First introduced in 2002, ARD enables system administrators and educators to efficiently control, monitor, and manage multiple Mac systems from a central location. This tool is particularly beneficial in environments such as educational institutions and businesses, where managing numerous devices is essential.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • File Transfer

ISL Online

ISL Online is a remote desktop and remote support software solution that enables IT support teams, managed service providers (MSPs), and enterprise IT departments to securely access, control, and troubleshoot Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices (iOS and Android), with or without an end user present. ISL Online is used for attended remote support, unattended remote access, and help desk support across distributed IT environments.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Customer Support
  • Remote Support
  • Easy Setup
  • Remote Access
  • Simple