NoMachine

nomachine.com
IT Service Management
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Free Remote Desktop for Everybody

How to Replace NoMachine

Overview

NoMachine is a fast and secure remote desktop application that enables users to access and control computers from anywhere in the world. It provides high-quality remote access for individuals, small businesses, and enterprises with support for multiple operating systems and devices. The platform includes both free personal use and paid enterprise solutions with advanced security and management features.

Features

19 features across 12 categories

Access(1)

Browser-Based Access

Work on corporate remote desktop from anywhere with no client-side requirements other than a web browser

Administration(2)

Centralized Access ManagementPremium

Provide centralized access point and easy management of entire remote desktop infrastructure with NoMachine Cloud Server

Remote AdministrationPremium

Remotely administer settings of NoMachine Enterprise servers through Server Admin tool for convenient remote configuration management

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Smartsheet

Collaboration(1)

Guest Desktop Sharing

Remote desktop sharing with peers by authorizing guests to connect in view or interactive mode

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Obsidian

Compatibility(1)

Cross-Platform Support

Support for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome OS, and Raspberry Pi platforms

Core Functionality(2)

Anywhere Access

Effortless remote access to any desktop and unattended machine using NoMachine Network

NoMachine Network

Additional service allowing access to computers even if they are behind a firewall or don't have a public IP address

Enterprise(1)

Multi-Simultaneous User ConnectionsPremium

Support for multiple simultaneous user connections to the desktop in Enterprise products

File Management(1)

File Sharing & Printing

Effortlessly print documents, transfer files and share folders from mapped drives between computers

Also in: Ironclad, monday.com, Smartsheet

Media(2)

H.264/AVC Support

Support for H.264/AVC codec for video compression and quality

Multi-Media Support

Edit and play back smooth, high-resolution video and audio from PC or Mac with support for high-definition media devices

Also in: Unbounce, Tome, WordPress.com

Monitoring(1)

Screen Recording

Capture both remote and local desktop activity with automatic recording of remote sessions for monitoring or audit purposes

Performance(3)

Connection Load-BalancingPremium

NoMachine Clusters feature automatic load-balancing to maximize the number of sessions that can be run by the setup

NX Protocol

Native high-performance protocol providing fast user experience even with graphics-intensive applications

VirtualGL Integration

Built-in support for VirtualGL enabling 3D acceleration and graphics-intensive application performance

Reliability(1)

Failover CapabilitiesPremium

Use NoMachine Cluster products to get high-available setup with automatic failover in case of node malfunction

Security(3)

Encryption & Security

Native NX protocol uses OpenSSL, TLS/AES 128 encryption for traffic between devices, with support for two-factor authentication and SSH tunneling

Two-Factor Authentication

Enable 2FA to add an additional layer of security to protect desktop from unauthorized access

Virtual Private NetworkPremium

Tunnel all traffic through NoMachine Enterprise server to protect privacy online

Pricing

Personal (Free)

Free
  • NoMachine free remote desktop
  • IP-based connections
  • File sharing and printing
  • Guest desktop sharing
  • Screen recording

NoMachine Network Subscription

Custom
  • Access from unlimited devices
  • Publish unlimited machines on Network
  • One week evaluation period
  • Multiple subscription tiers based on connection needs

Enterprise Products

Custom
  • Self-hosted solutions
  • Built-in VPN service
  • Multi-simultaneous user connections
  • Enterprise support (Premium and Mission Support available)
  • Remote desktop, terminal server, cloud server, and workstation options
  • VirtualGL integration
  • Clustering and failover capabilities

Cost Calculator

Pricing data not available for NoMachine. Check their website for current pricing.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a NoMachine alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 19 features.

Buy NoMachine

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying NoMachine saves ~$18,480 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 19 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

1 known integrations

VirtualGL