RustDesk vs Webtop
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted remote access & vpn options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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RustDesk
Open-source remote desktop alternative to TeamViewer
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Webtop
Containerized full Linux desktop accessible from a browser
| Feature | RustDesk | Webtop |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Remote Access & VPN | Remote Access & VPN |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Rust | Shell |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 119,867 | ★ 4,319 |
| First released | 2021 | 2021 |
| Replaces | TeamViewer, AnyDesk | Kasm Workspaces |
Why pick each one
Choose Webtop if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (4.3k GitHub stars)
Frequently asked questions
Is RustDesk or Webtop better?
Neither is universally better. RustDesk has the larger community; both share a easy setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are RustDesk and Webtop free and open-source?
Yes. RustDesk is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Webtop under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run RustDesk and Webtop with Docker?
RustDesk: yes. Webtop: yes.