Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 3,043 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Remote Desktop and Support Software
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Splashtop has surged to the top of AI recommendations, overtaking former leader in the remote desktop software space. While maintains its strong #2 position, the niche sees a constant battle between established enterprise tools, value-focused challengers, and emerging open-source options.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A long-time industry leader, framed as the feature-rich enterprise-grade choice. | 67% | |
| 2 | Praised for strong performance at a lower cost than legacy solutions. | 65% | |
| 3 | Frequently highlighted for fast, low-latency performance, especially on weaker connections. | 58% | |
| 4 | 56% | ||
| 5 | 29% | ||
| 6 | A cost-effective option, often with integrations into helpdesk ticketing systems. | 27% | |
| 7 | A popular open-source, self-hostable alternative for users prioritizing privacy. | 26% | |
| 8 | Cited as a powerful, scalable tool for IT professionals and MSPs. | 21% | |
| 9 | 18% | ||
| 10 | 16% | ||
| 11 | 16% | ||
| 12 | 11% | ||
| 13 | 9% | ||
| 14 | 9% | ||
| 15 | 8% | ||
| 16 | 8% | ||
| 17 | 8% | ||
| 18 | 7% | ||
| 19 | 6% | ||
| 20 | 5% | ||
| 21 | 5% | ||
| 22 | 5% | ||
| 23 | 4% | ||
| 24 | 4% | ||
| 25 | 4% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
splashtop.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 50% of analyzed answers.
“A standard, default choice for remote support.” → “An enterprise-grade choice, often contrasted with more affordable alternatives.”
Climbed from rank #6 to #1 between Oct 2025 and Mar 2026.
Dropped from #1 to #3 in overall mention rank between Oct 2025 and Mar 2026.
Emerged as the top recommendation for non-subscription, self-hosted access since Nov 2025.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65% | 60% | ||
| 60% | 53% | ||
| 28% | 55% | ||
| 58% | 38% | ||
| 43% | 24% |
The two models disagree most about Google Meet (ChatGPT #11, Google #22) and BeyondTrust Remote Support (ChatGPT #5, Google #11).
Splashtop has surged to the top of AI recommendations, overtaking former leader AnyDesk in the remote desktop software space. While TeamViewer maintains its strong #2 position, the niche sees a constant battle between established enterprise tools, value-focused challengers, and emerging open-source options.
Across 3,043 AI responses, TeamViewer is mentioned most, named in 67% of them, followed by Splashtop (65%) and AnyDesk (58%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 3,043 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
AI models consistently recommend a core group of contenders: Splashtop,
TeamViewer,
Zoho Assist, and
AnyDesk. 's position strengthened significantly over the period, frequently appearing as the top recommendation in early 2026 responses from both platforms. is consistently framed as the feature-rich enterprise option.
AI models consistently recommend a core group of contenders: Splashtop,
TeamViewer,
Zoho Assist, and . 's position strengthened significantly over the period, frequently appearing as the top recommendation in early 2026 responses from both platforms. is consistently framed as the feature-rich enterprise option.
Brands mentioned
Brands mentioned
What is the best remote support software?
For this general query, TeamViewer,
Splashtop,
AnyDesk, and
Zoho Assist are the most frequently cited brands. While
TeamViewer was dominant in late 2025,
Splashtop gained significant ground in early 2026, often highlighted for its balance of performance and value. Open-source options like
RustDesk also appear as alternatives.
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