ThinLinc
Stream powerful Linux desktops to any computer
Ranked #6 in Remote access software with a free plan, and on 1 more ranking.
ThinLinc is a Linux remote desktop solution that provides secure and effortless graphical access. It enables seamless usage across Windows, macOS, Linux devices, or any web browser.
At a glance
| Best for | teams of up to 10 concurrent users |
From ThinLinc's own website.
Company facts
| Social profiles | LinkedIn, X, Facebook, YouTube |
Facilities and features
Its website also mentions:
- Published pricing
What stands out
ThinLinc delivers a smoother GUI experience over long-distance connections than alternatives.
“ThinLinc is much smoother for the GUI experience over long-distance connections.”ThinLinc, own website
The product features built-in security that eliminates the need to secure insecure protocols like VNC.
“The built-in security in ThinLinc is a huge win,”ThinLinc, own website
Worth knowing
The server software supports only three concurrent users by default without a community license.
“The ThinLinc server software will work for 3 concurrent users by default.”ThinLinc, own website
How it ranks
ThinLinc is ranked 6th of 10 in Remote access software with a free plan (Lister Score 86.0) and 8th of 10 in Self-hosted remote access software (Lister Score 86.0).
#6 in Remote access software with a free plan · Lister Score 86.0
ThinLinc is a Linux remote desktop solution that provides secure and effortless graphical access. It enables seamless usage across Windows, macOS, Linux devices or any web browser.
Delivers a smooth GUI experience over long-distance connections.
How the score is made up: fit to this ranking's criteria 40; evidence on its own site 20; how complete its published information is 18; buying information on its own site 8.
“Stream powerful Linux desktops and apps to any computer Secure and effortless graphical remote access for all your needs.”ThinLinc, own website
“You are allowed to use ThinLinc for free for up to 10 users; the conditions for use of the 10 free you can read at other headings in this FAQ.”ThinLinc, own website
| Rank | Remote access software with a free plan | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RMMmax | 94.0 |
| 2 | Nexigon | 90.0 |
| 3 | TeamViewer | 90.0 |
| 4 | DeskIn | 88.0 |
| 5 | RustDesk | 86.0 |
| 6 | ThinLinc | 86.0 |
| 7 | LogMeIn | 82.0 |
| 8 | DWService | 78.0 |
| 9 | TightVNC | 76.0 |
| 10 | UltraVNC | 76.0 |
#8 in Self-hosted remote access software · Lister Score 86.0
Delivers a smoother GUI experience over long-distance connections than alternatives.
How the score is made up: fit to this ranking's criteria 40; evidence on its own site 20; how complete its published information is 18; buying information on its own site 8.
“Stream powerful Linux desktops and apps to any computer Secure and effortless graphical remote access for all your needs.”ThinLinc, own website
“Download the ThinLinc server software Install server Installing ThinLinc Download client Installing ThinLinc Install client”ThinLinc, own website
| Rank | Self-hosted remote access software | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Naverisk | 92.0 |
| 2 | ScreenConnect | 92.0 |
| 3 | NetBird | 90.0 |
| 4 | Teleport | 90.0 |
| 5 | Splashtop | 88.0 |
| 6 | NetSupport | 86.0 |
| 7 | RustDesk | 86.0 |
| 8 | ThinLinc | 86.0 |
| 9 | Remote Utilities | 82.0 |
| 10 | MeshCentral | 68.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How does ThinLinc rank on Lister?
ThinLinc is ranked 6th of 10 in Remote access software with a free plan (Lister Score 86.0) and 8th of 10 in Self-hosted remote access software (Lister Score 86.0).