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When I purchased my first Apple computer (13″ Macbook Air) early in 2013, I found myself searching for the best application to remote into my Windows computers and servers.
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With the need for me to be able to quickly remote into a variety of Windows servers, I wanted an RDP client I could use on my Mac that would give me a great experience.
At work we typically suggest Microsoft’s Remote Desktop for Mac to our Doctors and staff when they come to us for assistance with setting up VPN and remote access into the hospital.
But Microsoft’s Remote Desktop for Mac isn’t the only application available.
My RDP Requirements
Since I work heavily on Windows machines, there were a few essential requirements I was looking for to help my overall daily workflow:
Performance.
Manageability of multiple systems.
Price
1. Microsoft Remote Desktop for Mac
Coming in at # 1 for my favorite remote desktop client for Mac is Microsoft’s Remote Desktop for Mac.
Microsoft had recently made version 8.0.0 available. This version really has stepped it up a notch from their previous version.
Performance
Performance is not an issue for me during my tests.
Manageability of multiple systems
Yes, you can manage multiple systems.
One of the biggest notable changes I found with this version over the previous is the fact that you can save client servers/sessions. This was important to me since I have a wide-range of servers that I need to connect to at any moment.
Price
Free
Cons
None as of this writing.
2. 2X Client for RDP/Remote Desktop
Coming in at # 2 on my list is 2X Client for RDP/Remote Desktop.
I have to be honest and say that I haven’t given this one a full blown test as of yet. However, I have used it many times on IOS devices and has worked well. I did install it for my testing here in this article and overall was a nice experience.
I would have to rank this one a close 2nd to Microsoft’s client.
Performance
Overall performance was not an issue for me during my tests.
Manageability of multiple systems
Yes, you can manage multiple systems.
Price
Free
Cons
A small issue I see (and probabaly not an issue for most) is the Windows Snap feature. It seems to be a ‘hit-and-miss’ when I try to snap a window to the top of the screen.
3. CoRD
Coming in at # 3 on my lis is CoRD.
CoRD is a Mac OS X remote desktop client for Microsoft Windows computers.
As of this writing, CoRD’s website has an announcement saying: “Cord don’t seem to work on 10.9 Mavericks. Check back next week.” This was announced on 2013-10-23.
As you can see in the video, I have installed CoRD on my Macbook Air running 10.9 OS X Mavericks and it does work. Maybe there are some bugs that I am not aware of but overall it does seem to run OK for me.
Performance
Overall performance for me was not an issue during my tests.
Manageability of multiple systems
One thing I really do like about CoRD is the option to view all remote sessions in one window. This really saves space on your desktop and makes it a breeze to switch between the different sessions.
Price
Free
Cons
CoRD doesn’t appear to work with NLA (Network Level Authentication). This is a problem for me since a lot of the servers at work are now configured to use NLA, I simply get an error saying: “The requested session access is denied” when I try to connect.
As with CoRD, another issue is the Windows Snap feature is a hit-and-miss.
Conclusion
In the end, all three of the applications worked well. The major downside for me with CoRD is the fact I am unable to connect to servers with NLA enabled.
For now, I will continue to use Microsoft Remote Desktop for Mac.
I will update this post and/or comments below with any updated experiences (good or bad).
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autorenewNew menu option: Install Anydesk Service menu option added.
autorenewSupport for macOS Big Sur beta: Fixed application crash on macOS Big Sur beta.
bug_reportPrivacy permissions: Better macOS privacy permissions handling.
Version 5.4.5
Feb 7, 2020
autorenewEnhanced usability: Host key option allows users to use Right Command key to control the local macOS while connected to remote device.
autorenewImproved compatibility with Android devices: Added support for Home and Back buttons when connected to Android device.
autorenewInstaller improvement: Reduced number of user password requests in AnyDesk installer.
bug_reportAnyDesk remote update: Fixed issue when user is not able to reconnect after updating AnyDesk remotely.
bug_reportCustom Client on Yosemite: Fixed crash on macOS 10.10 Yosemite related to custom AnyDesk configurations.
bug_reportFixes: Fixed couple of small bugs.
Version 5.4.2
Jan 14, 2020
bug_reportFile manager: File Manager upload function fixed.
bug_reportReconnect after AnyDesk update: Fixed issue when user unable to reconnect after installing AnyDesk update.
bug_reportConnection retry attempt: Fixed crash on multiple connection retry attempt.
bug_reportKeyboard input: Improved keyboard input handling.
bug_reportFixes: Fixed couple of small bugs.
Version 5.4.1
Dec 11, 2019
fiber_newAccept window minimize: It is now possible to minimize the Accept window into the Dock.
autorenewInstallation process: Installation process has been improved.
bug_reportRecent sessions list: Fixed display of client name in recent sessions list.
bug_reportRemove displays: Fixed indicator of remote displays.
bug_reportChat: Fixed crash on incoming chat message.
bug_reportFixes: Fixed couple of small bugs.
Version 5.4.0
Dec 4, 2019
fiber_newNew Privacy feature: Enabling privacy mode during a session will turn off the monitor on the remote side so the screen content is hidden.
fiber_newBlocking user input: Mouse and keyboard input can now blocked for the computer being controlled.
fiber_newAutomatic screen lock: New option to automatically lock remote screen when session ended.
bug_reportFixes: Fixed couple of small bugs.
Version 5.1.5
Nov 18, 2019
bug_reportFixes: Fixed couple of small bugs.
Version 5.1.4
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bug_reportFixes: Fixed couple of small bugs.
Version 5.1.3
Oct 21, 2019
fiber_newNew features: Incoming connections are now displayed in the AnyDesk Dock icon
bug_reportBugfix: Fixed issue when user is unable to reconnect to macOS Catalina and Mojave after remote restart.
bug_reportFixes: Fixed couple of small bugs.
Version 5.1.2
Oct 10, 2019
bug_reportFixes: Fixed update function in new version notification and minor bugfixes.
Version 5.1.1
Oct 8, 2019
bug_reportFixes: Fixed crash on macOS 10.15 Catalina for remove keyboard input.
Version 5.1.0
Oct 8, 2019
fiber_newNew features: Added Discovery feature and better support for macOS 10.15 Catalina
bug_reportFixes: Minor bugfixes
Version 5.0.1
Jul 11, 2019
bug_reportFixes: Minor bugfixes.
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Version 5.0.0
Jun 6, 2019
fiber_newRedesign: New user interface design.
bug_reportFixes: Minor bugfixes.
Version 4.3.0
Oct 12, 2018
fiber_newFile manager: File Manager now available on macOS.
bug_reportScreenshots: Screenshots are now stored to the Desktop.
bug_reportSpeed Dial items: Solved loss of Speed Dial items issue.
Version 4.2.0
Jul 13, 2018
fiber_newEnhanced Usability: Implemented custom context menu for AnyDesk ID (claim alias, show alias/show id, copy address).
fiber_newClaim Alias now available: Implemented claim alias feature for macOS, users can now choose an alias.
autorenewKeyboard Usability: During a session, the hotkeys of macOS are disabled locally so they can be transmitted to the remote side.
autorenewIncoming file manager session refreshes: Folder content was not refreshed on the remote side on copying files. The file manager view now refreshes automatically.
bug_reportCompatibility for file manager session: Incoming file transfer sessions did not allow to change directory to folders containing a space character.
autorenewUsability: Select and Copy using Command+C now works on the AnyDesk ID.
autorenewKeep session alive: AnyDesk now prevents macOS from going to sleep mode when there is an active session.
bug_reportRequest elevation improved: Fixed an issue in the request elevation feature.
Version 4.1.0
Jun 14, 2018
bug_reportFixed Bug: In some cases, the installation did not work at the first attempt. This should now always succeed on the first entry of the admin password.
bug_reportFixed Bug: The clipoard did not work when connecting to macOS. The clipboard should now work in any case, including clipboard file transfer. Please click the file button at the top of the AnyDesk window in order to receive files from the clipboard on macOS.
bug_reportFixed Bug: Improved stability.
bug_reportFixed Bug: Removed the warning that the file is downloaded from the internet.
Version 4.0
Apr 11, 2018
fiber_newAddress Book: The macOS version now supports your license’s shared address books.
fiber_newSession recording and playback: Implemented recording and playback of sessions.
fiber_newConnect to the login screen: The macOS version also runs as a service and supports connections to the login screen, full unattended access, and user switching.
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