RealVNC vs LogMeIn
Last updated August 2026
Looking for a European alternative to LogMeIn? Here's how RealVNC compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.
Our pick for a European buyer: RealVNC. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.
What it is
UK-based remote desktop software with end-to-end encryption and global data centers.
not established
Headquarters
🇬🇧 GB
No
EU data residency
not established
not established
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001:2022, Cyber Essentials, SOC 2 Type II
not established
Price from
$2.95/mo
not established
Free plan
No
not established
Open Source
No
not established
Integrations
Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, Azure AD, Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, Cisco Duo +5
not established
We have not yet completed our own research on LogMeIn; rows above show only what we can evidence. Check the vendor for specifics.
Where each one wins
RealVNC
Strengths
- +Intuitive and straightforward setup with minimal learning curve
- +Reliable, fast connections suitable for all-day remote access to dozens or hundreds of endpoints
- +Full cross-platform support: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and Raspberry Pi
- +Strong security features including 256-bit AES end-to-end encryption and multi-factor authentication
- +Granular access controls for managing user permissions
- +Eliminates the need for VPNs in remote access scenarios
- +Cost-effective compared to alternatives like TeamViewer
- +Free trial allows thorough testing before purchase
Limitations
- −Customer support is slow and inconsistent, particularly for free plan users
- −Performance issues on slow internet connections, including lag and delayed frame rates
- −File transfer feature requires improvement, especially default path handling
LogMeIn
Review sentiment not yet compiled.
Data residency & compliance
RealVNC
LogMeIn
EU data residency
not established
not established
Transfer mechanism
not established
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001:2022, Cyber Essentials, SOC 2 Type II
No
Pricing
RealVNC
- Essentials $2.95 per device / month1 active connection · 1 user · Up to 3 managed devices
- Plus $5.95 per device / month1 active connection · 1 user · Up to 25 managed devices
- Premium $9.95 per device / month1 active connection · 1 user · Up to 150 managed devices
- Enterprise On request Unlimited active connections · Unlimited users · 150+ managed devices
Pricing is based on a 12-month commitment and varies by region. The listed USD prices may differ from local currency equivalents.
LogMeIn
No published pricing we could verify.
Features
RealVNC
- Remote Access & Control
- Cross-platform remote control for Windows, macOS, Linux, Raspberry Pi, and mobile devices, High-speed streaming with remote audio support, File transfer with dual-pane file manager, Multi-window mode for viewing multiple monitors
- Security & Compliance
- TLS 1.2+ encryption enabled by default, Multi-factor authentication and single sign-on (SSO) with Azure AD, Granular user permissions and access control, Screen blanking during remote sessions
- Management & Administration
- Centralized console for onboarding and configuring endpoints, Device grouping and asset tracking, Security policy enforcement, Mass Deployment add-on for scaling server deployment
- IT Support & Helpdesk
- HelpDesk feature for IT teams, Remote assistance for experts supporting novices, IT maintenance and remote working support, Virtual desktop management for Linux environments
- Customization & Integration
- VNC SDK for customizable software development, API access for VNC Connect integration, Add-On Market for additional functionality, Integration with Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud
LogMeIn
Feature breakdown not yet compiled.