When comparing Microsoft Remote Desktop vs AnyDesk, the Slant community recommends Microsoft Remote Desktop for most people. In the question“What are the best remote desktop Android apps?” Microsoft Remote Desktop is ranked 3rd while AnyDesk is ranked 4th.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Supports native Windows 10 gestures (in windows 10)
Pro Supports Azure RemoteApp
Pro Very lightweight file size
At 1.1MB, it's a lightweight program that you can set up quickly.
Pro Fast
Super-low latency, high quality desktop rendering.
Pro Free version has no time restrictions
The free version of the program has no time restrictions or nag screens, and you don't need to give your email when signing up.
Pro Cross-platform
Available for Windows, Mac OSX, Android, iOS, and Linux (32/64 bit and armhf).
Cons
Con Only connects to Windows machines by default
And RDP server has to be set up for the app to be able to connect to OSX or Linux machines.
Con No Android finger gestures
Con Recently used in Ransomware BlackHeart
Con Frustrating user experience
There are many malfunctions (bugs) in the program.
Con Slow
Con No whiteboard
There are no whiteboard tools for drawing on the screen in order to clarify points.