Comparison

AnyDesk Remote Desktop vs AxisGlow

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

AnyDesk Remote Desktop

Access and control your computers remotely from any location. This secure and reliable software offers high performance and low latency, suitable for IT professionals and personal users alike. It's designed for seamless connections, whether for work, study, or support.

Highlights
  • Remote access from anywhere
  • Secure and reliable connections
  • High performance and low latency
  • Ad-free for personal use
  • Banking-standard encryption
  • On-Premises or Cloud deployment
Features
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Powerful Remote Assistance Software. Whether you're in the office next door or on the other side of the world, remote access via AnyDesk makes the connection possible. Secure and reliable, for IT professionals as well as private users. AnyDesk is ad-free and free for personal use. Whether you're in IT support, working from home, or a student studying remotely, AnyDesk's remote desktop software has a solution for you, allowing you to connect to remote devices securely and seamlessly. Quick Start Guide 1. Install and launch AnyDesk on both devices. 2. Enter the AnyDesk-ID that is displayed on the remote device. 3. Confirm the access request on the remote device. 4. Done. You can now control the remote device remotely. Why AnyDesk? - Outstanding performance - Banking-standard encryption - High frame rates, low latency - In the Cloud or On-Premises

About

AxisGlow

Features
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AXIS is a mobile app for building automation, designed for facility teams, technicians and operators to control lighting, HVAC and curtain systems across multiple projects and buildings. Built as the mobile companion to Lotec's AXIS web platform, the app brings everyday building control into a single, intuitive interface — whether you're on-site walking through floors, or managing operations remotely.

Screenshots

AnyDesk Remote Desktop4 screens
AxisGlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AxisGlow at weekly against AnyDesk Remote Desktop's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AnyDesk Remote Desktop ships an update every 3 months, AxisGlow weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
AnyDesk Remote Desktop versus AxisGlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnyDesk Remote DesktopAxisGlow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (28K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings28K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnyDesk Software GmbHLotec Teknoloji

Bugs and requests

AnyDesk Remote Desktop

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Cursor control issues
  • Inconsistent performance
  • Unexpected disconnections

Requested features

3 requests
  • Improved support for external monitors on iPad
  • More user-friendly interface, especially on mobile
  • Stronger security measures to prevent misuse

AxisGlow

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

AnyDesk Remote Desktop

No in-app purchases

None

AxisGlow

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AnyDesk Remote Desktop free?
AnyDesk Remote Desktop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AxisGlow free?
AxisGlow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AnyDesk Remote Desktop or AxisGlow have ads?
Neither AnyDesk Remote Desktop nor AxisGlow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AnyDesk Remote Desktop or AxisGlow?
AnyDesk Remote Desktop ships an update every 3 months, and AxisGlow weekly. Most recently, AnyDesk Remote Desktop was updated on October 21, 2026 and AxisGlow on October 5, 2026.

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