Splashtop
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Features
52 features across 14 categories
Access Control(4)
Fine-grained control over who can access what resources with detailed permission settings
Temporary access provisioning for secure third-party access
Assign user roles with specific permissions and access levels
Set up, manage, and monitor a schedule allowing access to permitted on-site computers at predetermined times using centralized admin console
Collaboration(2)
Share screens with annotation capabilities for classroom and training use
Highlight, draw, or write over presentations using tablet to increase interactivity while presenting, training, or teaching
Communication(1)
Send and receive messages to a remote computer before, during, or after remote access sessions
Endpoint Management(5)
Automate patching and software updates for streamlined IT operations
Gain centralized control over multiple endpoints with minimal manual intervention
Monitor device health in real time for proactive issue resolution
Real-time patching and software management for endpoint devices
Manage and deploy software across endpoints with deployment and policy controls
File Management(1)
Transfer files between computers across a remote connection with drag-and-drop capability
IT Support(1)
IT service desk tools for ticket management and support operations
Input Devices(2)
Support for remote stylus and pen input devices
Integration with Wacom tablets for professional input
Integration(1)
API access for integration with third-party tools and custom development
Management(1)
Invite users, set permissions, adjust security settings, schedule access, and organize users and computers into groups
Network Security(2)
Cloud Public Key Infrastructure for certificate management and authentication
Cloud-based RADIUS authentication for Wi-Fi and network security with identity and certificate-based authentication
Performance(4)
High frame rate support for smooth remote desktop experience
Advanced color accuracy for professional graphics and design work
Access resource-intensive workstations remotely as if sitting in front of them with optimized performance
Superior audio quality for remote sessions
Recording & Monitoring(3)
Record remote sessions to cloud for secure storage and compliance
Real-time monitoring of remote sessions and activities
Record remote support sessions to show end-users how to perform tasks or teach IT technicians troubleshooting techniques
Remote Access(13)
Remotely control Windows, Mac, and Android devices, with ability to remotely view iOS and Chromebook device screens in real time
Seamless experience with high-performance connections, HD-quality streaming and sound across different devices and operating systems
View multiple monitors on one screen while controlling a remote computer
Hear sound from a remote computer in real-time on local computer, tablet, or mobile device
Print anything from the remote computer onto your local printer
Reboot your remote computer from the Splashtop web console or from the Splashtop Business app
Remotely wake up your Windows or Mac computer using remote wake-on-LAN feature as long as another computer on the same network is awake
Mirror mobile or desktop screen to PC or Mac without cables
Share your desktop screen with remote viewers while remotely accessing another device for demonstrations, instructions, and information sharing
Allow two users to remotely access one computer at the same time
Access and control computers without an end-user present for ongoing support and monitoring
Remotely access and control Android devices from PC, iOS, or Android device even without end-user present
Pass through USB devices to remote computer for expanded functionality
Security & Compliance(12)
Two-factor authentication for enhanced security of remote access
Antivirus powered by Bitdefender to protect against viruses, malware, and ransomware
E2E encryption to secure remote access communications and data transfer
EDR solution to detect, analyze, and respond to advanced cyberthreats in real time
Multi-factor authentication at endpoint level for advanced security control
24/7 intrusion detection as part of secure infrastructure monitoring
Restrict remote access to specific IP addresses for enhanced security
Check logs for remote desktop connections, file transfers, chat sessions, and other history for audit and compliance purposes
MDR services for comprehensive threat detection and response
Comprehensive logging of all remote access sessions for compliance and security auditing
Integration with Security Information and Event Management systems for centralized logging
SSO integration using SAML 2.0 standard with all major identity providers
Pricing
Remote Access Solo
- ✓Unattended Access from Any Device
- ✓Easy Setup
- ✓File Transfer with Drag-and-Drop
- ✓Remote Reboot
- ✓Remote Wake
- ✓Remote Print
Remote Access Pro
- ✓Everything in Solo
- ✓Multi-Monitor Support
- ✓User Role and Access Management
- ✓Chat and Session Recording
- ✓Up to 3 Users into One Computer
- ✓Volume Discounts Available
Remote Access Performance
Popular- ✓Everything in Pro
- ✓4:4:4 Color Accuracy
- ✓240 FPS Capability
- ✓High-Fidelity Audio
- ✓Remote Stylus and Wacom Bridge
- ✓USB Passthrough
- ✓Volume Discounts Available
Remote Access Enterprise
- ✓Everything in Performance
- ✓SSO Integration
- ✓Granular Access Controls
- ✓Scheduled Access
- ✓SIEM logging
- ✓Android/IOT Unattended Access
- ✓APIs
- ✓IP Whitelist
- ✓Cloud Recording
- ✓Connector
- ✓On-Prem option available
Remote Support - SOS
- ✓Access unlimited attended computers and mobile devices
- ✓Access up to 10 unattended computers per license ($259 plan) or 300 ($399 plan)
- ✓Each license scales access (2 licenses = 20 or 600 computers)
- ✓Add on endpoint management capabilities
- ✓Real-time patching, monitoring, and remediation
Remote Support - Enterprise
- ✓Everything in SOS
- ✓SSO, granular access controls
- ✓IP whitelisting, cloud recording
- ✓Service desk
- ✓Unattended Android access
- ✓APIs
- ✓On-Prem option available
Autonomous Endpoint Management
- ✓Automate patching and software updates
- ✓Monitor device health in real time
- ✓Centralized control over multiple endpoints
- ✓Also available as add-on with SOS and Enterprise Remote Support licenses
Splashtop Antivirus
- ✓Protect against viruses, malware, and ransomware
- ✓Seamlessly deploy antivirus
- ✓Manage customized policies
- ✓Exclusive low pricing for Splashtop customers
- ✓Available as add-on only
EDR and MDR Add-Ons
- ✓Detect, analyze, and respond to advanced cyberthreats
- ✓EDR from Bitdefender GravityZone, SentinelOne, or CrowdStrike
- ✓MDR services from Bitdefender, SentinelOne, or CrowdStrike
- ✓Enhanced visibility across endpoints, networks, and cloud
Foxpass Cloud RADIUS and PKI
- ✓Full-featured Wi-Fi security solution
- ✓Identity and certificate-based authentication
- ✓Flexible and robust deployment
- ✓Password and passwordless authentication
Secure Workspace
- ✓Unified Secure Access Platform with SSE & SASE Services
- ✓Secure Third-Party Access
- ✓Just-in-time access
- ✓Session Recording
- ✓Live Monitoring
Classroom Cloud
- ✓Screen sharing and annotation software
- ✓Engage entire classroom
Mirroring360 Pro
- ✓Mirror mobile or desktop screen to PC or Mac
- ✓No cables required
Enterprise for Education
- ✓Solutions for students, teachers, and IT
- ✓Enhance remote and in-person learning experience
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Integrations
5 known integrations