Secure DeskLooking for a MeshCentral Alternative?
MeshCentral is open-source device management across many OS families. Secure Desk is narrower on purpose: Windows remote support from a browser, on a relay you host.
Secure Desk vs. MeshCentral: what's the difference?
| Feature | Secure Desk | MeshCentral |
|---|---|---|
| Primary purpose | Windows remote support and device access | Remote device management and support |
| Supported devices | Windows endpoints | Windows, macOS, Linux, and other supported systems |
| Self-hosting | Self-hosted relay and portal | Self-hosted management server |
| Technician access | Browser-based console | Browser-based management interface |
| Unattended access | Available for enrolled devices | Available for enrolled devices |
| Background troubleshooting | SYSTEM shell | Remote terminal and administrative tools |
| File transfer | Available | Available |
| Licensing | Free Starter and paid annual plans | Free, open-source software |
MeshCentral feature and licensing details are publicly available and subject to change. Please verify current specifics on the vendor's website or documentation before relying on this comparison.
Your infrastructure. Your control.
Your infrastructure
Host your own remote support relay instead of relying on a vendor-hosted connection service.
Private by design
Your relay connects devices without holding the keys needed to view your encrypted sessions.
Support from your browser
Connect to Windows devices and manage sessions from one browser-based console.
Which is right for you? Choose MeshCentral for broad multi-OS device management. Choose Secure Desk when Windows remote support is the job and you want required end-to-end encryption and commercial support.
Start free. Grow with your team.
Starter
For trying Secure Desk on your own server, or a small first site.
Team
For IT teams and MSPs supporting a growing fleet.
Business
For larger fleets that want your brand and finer control.
Ready to take control of your remote support?
Discover Secure Desk's self-hosted approach with the free Starter plan.