G2 Vendor Directory

Splashtop Remote Access vs. Apple Remote Desktop

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

MetricSplashtop Remote Access

by Splashtop Inc.

Apple Remote Desktop

by Apple

Overall rating4.84.3
Review count54353
Ease of use9.78.8
Ease of setup9.58.4
Quality of support9.48.3
Meets requirements9.68.6
NPS89.11819945.283019
Small Business82.1%35.8%
Mid-Market15.8%30.2%
Enterprise2.1%34.0%
Total page views1,053129
Total LLM citations17,8711,214

Splashtop Remote Access

Splashtop Remote Access provides secure, high-performance remote desktop connections for business professionals and teams to work from anywhere, using any device. With security and advanced productivity features, users get seamless access to files and applications, while enabling IT administrators to centrally deploy and control permissions, ensuring both efficiency and security.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Easy Setup
  • Remote Access
  • Easy Access
  • Simplicity
  • Remote Support

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