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Best Screen Sharing Tools in 2026

Screen sharing and remote access tools

Key Takeaways
  • GoTo Meeting is our overall pick for screen sharing in 2026. Google Meet is our free pick. Overall pick: Cheapest paid plan Professional, $12/mo. Rated 4.3/5 across G2 and Capterra (28,658 ratings, Sep 2026). Free pick: Free plan; cheapest paid plan Business Starter, $7/mo (billed yearly). Rated 4.4/5 across G2 and Trustpilot (2,964 ratings, Sep 2026). Watch out: Storage limits can be restrictive for larger teams.
  • We evaluated 19 screen sharing tools to create this ranking.
  • 5 of the 10 tools listed here have a free plan.
Publications that cover the tools tracked here
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  • 19 tools evaluated
  • 10 top picks
  • 5 with a free plan

Screen sharing has been absorbed into video conferencing (Zoom, Teams, Meet). Dedicated tools (Tuple, Pop, Drovio) exist for pair-programming-specific use cases with low-latency mouse/keyboard handoff.

Top 3 screen sharing tools

  1. GoTo Meeting logo

    GoTo Meeting

    #1 Top pick

    Video conferencing for businesses

    Starting price

    From $12 /mo

    Cheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 2026

    4.3 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 28,658 ratings, Sep 2026

    Our take

    Best overall

  2. Google Meet logo

    Seamless video meetings for Google Workspace users

    Starting price

    From $7 /mo

    Cheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 2026

    4.4 /5 across G2 and Trustpilot · 2,964 ratings, Sep 2026

    Our take

    Best free tier

  3. AnyDesk logo

    Remote desktop for support and unattended access

    Starting price

    From $28.9 /mo

    Cheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 2026

    4.5 /5 across PeerSpot, G2 and Capterra · 2,899 ratings, Sep 2026

10 top screen sharing tools compared

Screen sharing tools compared on our take, starting price (cheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 2026), average user rating with each review site's own score, and the hidden cost to watch for.
GoTo Meeting logo
GoTo Meeting
Best overall Price: $12/mo 4.3 out of 5, from 28,658 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.2 · Capterra 4.4
Google Meet logo
Google Meet
Best free tier Price: $7/mo 4.4 out of 5, from 2,964 ratings across G2 and Trustpilot G2 4.6 · Trustpilot 3.8 Watch out: Storage limits can be restrictive for larger teams.
AnyDesk logo
AnyDesk
Price: $28.9/mo 4.5 out of 5, from 2,899 ratings across PeerSpot, G2 and Capterra Capterra 4.6 · G2 4.5
StreamYard logo
StreamYard
Most reviewed Price: $18.99/mo 4.7 out of 5, from 409 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.8 · Capterra 4.5
CrankWheel logo
CrankWheel
Highest rated Price: $29/mo 4.9 out of 5, from 311 ratings across SourceForge and G2 SourceForge 4.9 · G2 4.9 Watch out: Team plan meeting limits (100/month)
Acquire logo
Acquire
Price: $500/mo 4.6 out of 5, from 348 ratings across G2 and SourceForge G2 4.9 · SourceForge 4.3
Tuple logo
Tuple
Price: $30/mo 4.6 out of 5, from 49 ratings on Capterra Capterra 4.6
Chrome Remote Desktop logo
Chrome Remote Desktop
Price: Free 4.2 out of 5, from 53 ratings on G2 G2 4.2 Watch out: Advanced features like audio streaming not included
Parsec logo
Parsec
Price: $8/mo 4.7 out of 5, from 26 ratings on G2 G2 4.7
CoScreen logo
CoScreen
Price: Free + paid 4.4 out of 5, from 26 ratings across G2 and Capterra Capterra 4.7 · G2 3.8

Screen Sharing pricing compared

Screen Sharing pricing, as of November 2026
GoTo Meeting Cheapest paid plan: Professional, $12/mo Free plan: No Billing: Billed monthly
Google Meet Cheapest paid plan: Business Starter, $7/mo (billed yearly) Free plan: Yes Billing: Per user, billed yearly
AnyDesk Cheapest paid plan: Solo, $28.90/mo Free plan: No Billing: Billed monthly
StreamYard Cheapest paid plan: Essential, $18.99/mo Free plan: Yes Billing: Billed monthly
CrankWheel Cheapest paid plan: Solo, $29/mo Free plan: No Billing: Billed monthly
Acquire Cheapest paid plan: Self-Service, $500/mo Free plan: No Billing: Billed monthly
Tuple Cheapest paid plan: Teams, $30/mo Free plan: No Billing: Per user, billed monthly
Chrome Remote Desktop Cheapest paid plan: No paid plan Free plan: Yes Billing: Free
Parsec Cheapest paid plan: Warp, $8/mo Free plan: Yes Billing: Billed monthly
CoScreen Cheapest paid plan: Not published Free plan: Yes (Standard) Billing: Not published

Toolradar pricing data, last verified November 2026. Prices are the cheapest paid plan converted to a monthly figure; "Not published" means the vendor publishes no price for a self-serve paid plan. 8 of 10 tools publish a paid price; median cheapest paid plan $23.95/mo.

Toolradar data

The screen sharing tools market in numbers

Toolradar data: Toolradar tracks 19 screen sharing tools as of November 1, 2026. 74% of the screen sharing tools on Toolradar are free, freemium or open source. Toolradar re-checked the pricing of 79% of screen sharing tools in the last 90 days. Toolradar aggregates 35,749 public user reviews (G2, Capterra, Trustpilot and other review sites) across 11 rated screen sharing tools. The most cross-shopped screen sharing tool is Google Meet, listed as an alternative to 17 other tools on Toolradar. The most compared screen sharing tool on Toolradar over the last 90 days is Parsec, with 211 side-by-side comparisons. Computed from the Toolradar catalog and on-site activity.

  • 19 screen sharing tools tracked
  • 74% are free, freemium or open source
  • 79% of prices re-checked in the last 90 days
  • 35,749 public user reviews aggregated across 11 rated tools
Most cross-shopped screen sharing tools on Toolradar, as of November 2026 Listed as an alternative to the most other tools on Toolradar
Rank Tool Listed as an alternative to
1 Google Meet 17 tools
2 StreamYard 13 tools
3 Parsec 10 tools
Most compared screen sharing tools on Toolradar, last 90 days to November 2026 Side-by-side comparisons by visitors, last 90 days
Rank Tool Comparisons
1 Parsec 211
2 Google Meet 209
3 AnyDesk 170

Source and method: live screen sharing tools statistics

How the top screen sharing tools compare

5 of the 10 screen sharing tools listed here have a free plan (Google Meet, StreamYard, Chrome Remote Desktop, Parsec, CoScreen); the other 5 (GoTo Meeting, AnyDesk, CrankWheel, Acquire, Tuple) are paid only. Teams on a budget should start with Google Meet, our free pick.

Rankings are computed from G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions. Editorial policy

Top screen sharing tools

Order: Toolradar ranking score, which is the public review volume times the average rating on G2, Capterra, Trustpilot and other review sites, plus media mentions (recent ones count more). Paid placements are labelled and never change the score. How we rank.

1
GoTo Meeting logo

Video conferencing for businesses

4.3 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 28,658 ratings, Sep 2026

GoTo Meeting provides video conferencing for businesses. Schedule meetings, share screens, record sessions-reliable video calls without the fuss. The platform is mature and stable. Enterprise features exist. The experience is predictable. Organizations wanting straightforward video conferencing choose GoTo Meeting for reliable business meetings.

Used GoTo Meeting? Rate it
  • Pro: Reliable video conferencing
  • Pro: Good for business
  • Pro: Screen sharing
  • Con: Expensive
  • Con: UI dated
Good value

GoTo Meeting's pricing is competitive, especially the Professional tier at $12/month for 150 participants, which offers strong value.

2
Google Meet logo

Google Meet

Free plan

Seamless video meetings for Google Workspace users

4.4 /5 across G2 and Trustpilot · 2,964 ratings, Sep 2026

Google Meet is Google's video conferencing platform integrated with Google Workspace. Join meetings from Calendar or Gmail with one click. Live captions transcribe in real-time. Screen sharing and virtual backgrounds included. Enterprise features include recording and breakout rooms. Video meetings that work seamlessly for Google users.

Used Google Meet? Rate it
  • Pro: Free for personal use
  • Pro: Google integration
  • Pro: Simple interface
  • Con: Limited features on free
  • Con: Requires Google account
Good value

Google Meet's pricing is fair, especially with a robust free tier and competitive paid options.

Watch out

Storage limits can be restrictive for larger teams.

3
AnyDesk logo

AnyDesk

Paid

Remote desktop for support and unattended access

4.5 /5 across PeerSpot, G2 and Capterra · 2,899 ratings, Sep 2026

AnyDesk is a remote desktop client for support and unattended access. Official pricing on anydesk.com/en/pricing: a free personal-use license; Solo offers paid tiers for one business user; Standard offers paid tiers for one concurrent connection (add-on connections available); Advanced offers paid tiers for two connections (add-ons available). Ultimate is quote. Paid licenses are annual, paid up front, not month-to-month.

Used AnyDesk? Rate it
  • Pro: Free personal license for occasional home use
  • Pro: Public Solo / Standard / Advanced prices on anydesk.com/en/pricing
  • Pro: Add-on connections are a published price, not a hidden SKU
  • Con: Paid plans are annual, paid up front
  • Con: Standard starts with only one concurrent outgoing connection
Good value

Use Free at home.

4
StreamYard logo

StreamYard

Free plan

Live streaming studio in your browser

4.7 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 409 ratings, Sep 2026

StreamYard is a browser-based live streaming studio for professional broadcasts. Go live to YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and more simultaneously. Bring on guests, share screens, and display comments on screen. Brand with custom overlays, logos, and backgrounds. No downloads required - everything runs in your browser. Professional live streaming without the complexity of OBS or streaming software.

Used StreamYard? Rate it
  • Pro: Easy to use
  • Pro: Multi-platform streaming
  • Pro: No downloads
  • Con: Branding on free
  • Con: Recording limits
Good value

It's best for individuals and small to medium businesses looking for a reliable, feature-rich live streaming platform.

5
CrankWheel logo

Instantly share your screen with clients for sales calls, no downloads required.

4.9 /5 across SourceForge and G2 · 311 ratings, Sep 2026

CrankWheel is a screen sharing tool specifically designed for inside sales and telesales professionals. It enables agents to instantly share their screen with prospects on any device, including mobile phones, without requiring any downloads from the client's side. This eliminates the need for scheduling follow-up meetings or teaching clients how to use complex tools, allowing sales teams to close deals faster, often on the first call. The platform also includes features like remote control for collaborative form filling, engagement monitoring to track viewer attention, and a sales video platform for creating and tracking personalized screencasts. CrankWheel aims to simplify the visual presentation aspect of sales calls, making it easier for agents to demonstrate products and services effectively and keep prospects engaged.

Used CrankWheel? Rate it
  • Pro: Extremely easy for prospects to join screen shares (no downloads).
  • Pro: Significantly reduces friction in sales presentations.
  • Pro: Features like engagement monitoring help optimize sales pitches.
  • Con: Remote control for presenters is currently Windows-only.
  • Con: Meeting limits apply to Team plans, requiring stacking for more usage.
Good value

CrankWheel's pricing is fair, especially for solo users at $29/month, offering a robust feature set.

Watch out

Team plan meeting limits (100/month)

6
Acquire logo

Acquire

Paid

Unified customer service platform with video chat

4.6 /5 across G2 and SourceForge · 348 ratings, Sep 2026

Acquire is a customer engagement platform with live chat, video chat, and cobrowsing. See what customers see with screen sharing for instant support resolution. Chatbots handle common questions automatically. Video calls add a personal touch for complex issues. Unified inbox manages conversations across channels. Customer support that feels like being right there with the customer.

Used Acquire? Rate it
  • Pro: Live chat platform
  • Pro: Good for support
  • Pro: Video chat
  • Con: Expensive
  • Con: Per-agent pricing
Fair value

Acquire's pricing is on the expensive side, especially for the entry-level Self-Service tier at $500/month for only 5 agents.

7
Tuple logo

Tuple

Paid

Low-latency, encrypted remote pair programming for developers

4.6 /5 on Capterra · 49 ratings, Sep 2026

Tuple is a remote pair programming application built for developers on macOS and Windows. Unlike generic screen-sharing tools, it uses a natively compiled C++ engine to deliver up to 5K screen streaming with low latency and crisp audio. All sessions are end-to-end encrypted and never routed through Tuple's servers. Key collaboration features include one-click remote control handoff, screen annotations, App Veil for hiding sensitive notifications, and a Triggers API for automating workflows around call events. The app runs quietly in the system tray and supports guest pairing so external collaborators can join without a paid seat. A Linux alpha is also available.

Used Tuple? Rate it
  • Pro: Exceptionally crisp screen sharing makes reading remote code effortless
  • Pro: End-to-end encryption keeps sessions off third-party servers
  • Pro: Native C++ engine is far lighter on resources than Electron-based alternatives
  • Con: No Linux support beyond an early alpha release
  • Con: No free tier, only a 14-day trial before payment is required
Good value

Tuple's pricing is fair for small to medium teams, with the $30/user/month 'Teams' tier offering good value for unlimited pairing and external collaboration.

8
Chrome Remote Desktop logo

Securely access and control your computers from anywhere

4.2 /5 on G2 · 53 ratings, Sep 2026

Chrome Remote Desktop is a free remote access and screen sharing tool from Google. It lets you securely connect to your home or work computer from your phone, tablet, or another computer, so you can view files, run programs, and work as if you were sitting in front of that machine. You can also share your screen with others for real-time collaboration, or connect to another computer to give or receive remote support. Built on Google's secure infrastructure and open web technologies like WebRTC, Chrome Remote Desktop provides fast, simple, and reliable connections. It works across computers, Android, and iOS devices, making it easy to access your devices from anywhere. Whether you're a remote worker, a traveler needing a file, or an IT professional providing support, Chrome Remote Desktop offers a convenient and secure way to stay connected.

Used Chrome Remote Desktop? Rate it
  • Pro: Free to use with no subscription
  • Pro: Cross-platform support for computer, Android, and iOS
  • Pro: Secure connections built on Google's infrastructure and WebRTC
  • Con: Requires a Google account and internet connection
  • Con: May lack advanced features found in paid remote desktop solutions
Great value

Chrome Remote Desktop's pricing is exceptionally generous as it is completely free with no paid tiers, offering secure remote access and screen sharing across devices.

Watch out

Advanced features like audio streaming not included

9
Parsec logo

Parsec

Free plan

Seamless 4K remote desktop with near-zero latency for work and gaming.

4.7 /5 on G2 · 26 ratings, Aug 2026

Parsec reimagines remote desktop access, offering a seamless 4K experience at up to 60 frames per second with near-zero latency. It provides secure, flexible, and effortless access to computers from anywhere, making it ideal for both professional work and gaming. The platform boasts crisp image quality, high-speed streaming up to 240 FPS, and proprietary technology for fewer dropped frames and direct peer-to-peer connections. Parsec caters to a diverse user base, from individual gamers and independent professionals to large enterprises. It allows users to connect to their gaming rigs, collaborate instantly by sharing sessions, and access their personalized work environments including controllers, Wacom tablets, and multiple monitors. For businesses, Parsec offers enhanced security features like SOC 2 Type 2 certification, multi-factor authentication, and granular control over guest access, along with admin panels, SSO integration, and API access for automation. Its ease of installation and use ensures teams can get up and running quickly without extensive training.

Used Parsec? Rate it
  • Pro: Low-latency remote desktop
  • Pro: Good for gaming
  • Pro: Fair pricing
  • Con: Gaming focused
  • Con: Hardware requirements
Good value

Parsec's pricing is fair, offering a generous Free tier for personal use.

10
CoScreen logo

CoScreen

Free plan

Collaborative screen sharing for technical teams to pair program and debug together.

4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 26 ratings, Sep 2026

CoScreen is a collaborative screen sharing tool designed specifically for engineering, product, and design teams. It allows multiple users to simultaneously share and control different application windows across multiple displays, facilitating real-time co-editing and interaction with any shared app, including IDEs, design tools like Figma, and project management platforms. This enables teams to pair program, debug, brainstorm, and co-create more efficiently, reducing the time spent on onboarding and improving overall collaboration in remote and hybrid environments. The platform integrates crystal-clear video and audio chat, a collaborative terminal for shared command execution, and cross-user copy-pasting, making it feel like everyone is working on the same machine. CoScreen aims to revolutionize traditional screen sharing by offering a highly interactive experience that enhances productivity and shared understanding among team members, particularly for complex technical tasks and creative design processes.

Used CoScreen? Rate it
CoScreen screenshot
  • Pro: Significantly speeds up pair programming and debugging sessions.
  • Pro: Allows for deep, simultaneous collaboration on any application.
  • Pro: Enhances shared understanding and alignment within remote teams.
  • Con: Currently only available for macOS, with Windows and Linux on a waitlist.
Good value

CoScreen offers a very generous free tier, making it highly accessible for small teams and individual developers.

Popular screen sharing comparisons

See how the leading screen sharing tools stack up head-to-head.

Compare all 19 screen sharing tools side by side

Pricing breakdowns for screen sharing tools

Real plans and the hidden costs for each tool.

How to choose screen sharing software

  1. Default to your video tool

    Zoom, Teams, Google Meet all do screen sharing well for meetings, demos, and casual collaboration. No separate tool needed for general screen-sharing use cases.

  2. Tuple/Pop for pair programming

    Real pair programming benefits from low-latency dual-control screen sharing, both people can edit code on the same screen. Tuple (Mac-focused), Pop, and Drovio specialize here.

  3. Plan for remote support

    Customer-support screen sharing is a different use case, TeamViewer, AnyDesk, ConnectWise Control let support agents temporarily control end-user machines. Different category than peer screen-sharing.

Honorable mentions

Tools that didn't crack the headline list but deserve a look depending on what you optimize for.

  • TeamViewer logo
    TeamViewer Best for remote support sessions

    TeamViewer remains the standard for IT-support remote access. Not a peer pair-programming tool, different use case.

Best Screen Sharing for

How we ranked these screen sharing tools

We rank by real-world signal: G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions (volume and recency). Pricing is re-checked and the ranking refreshed monthly.

Tools evaluated
19
With free plan
68%
Last updated
November 2026

Toolradar Research

The data behind screen sharing tools

First-party analyses built from our full catalog, methodology published.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best screen sharing tool in 2026?

Based on our analysis of 19 screen sharing tools, GoTo Meeting is our overall screen sharing pick. The next tools on the list are Google Meet, AnyDesk, StreamYard. Rankings use G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions.

What are the top 3 screen sharing tools?

The top 3 screen sharing tools in 2026, ranked by Toolradar, are: 1) GoTo Meeting, Video conferencing for businesses. 2) Google Meet, Seamless video meetings for Google Workspace users. 3) AnyDesk, Remote desktop for support and unattended access.

Are there free screen sharing tools?

Yes. Google Meet is our free screen sharing pick (free plan alongside paid plans). 5 of the 10 tools on this page have a free plan. Among the 19 screen sharing tools we rank, 13 have a free plan.

How do I choose the right screen sharing tool?

Start by defining your team size, budget, and must-have features. GoTo Meeting is our overall screen sharing pick. Google Meet is our free screen sharing pick. Compare all 19 options side by side on Toolradar.

Cite this page: Toolradar, "Best Screen Sharing Tools in 2026", updated November 2026, https://toolradar.com/best/screen-sharing

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