1Remote vs p2p
Windows remote access tools compared
1Remote organizes and launches saved connections across several remote protocols from one Windows desktop app. p2p connects two PCs directly for remote control and messaging, emphasizing portable, occasional assistance rather than session management.
1Remote: Manage and Launch Remote Sessions
1Remote is a Windows desktop app for organizing and launching remote sessions from one place. It supports protocols including RDP, SSH, VNC, Telnet, and SFTP, with configurable connection details and runners.
p2p: Connect Two PCs for Remote Desktop and Chat
p2p is a portable Windows remote desktop tool for direct peer-to-peer connections, with remote control and messaging. It may suit one-off support or direct assistance when both users can exchange connection addresses and run the app as administrator.
| 1Remote | p2p | |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C# | C# |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Stars | 6.1k | 4.1k |
| Forks | 500 | 562 |
| Last analyzed | Oct 3, 2026 | Oct 3, 2026 |
Key differences
- 1Remote manages saved sessions across RDP, SSH, VNC, Telnet, FTP, and SFTP; p2p focuses on direct remote desktop control and messaging between two PCs.
- 1Remote offers organization features such as tags, icons, colors, scripts, and a quick launcher; p2p requires peers to exchange LAN or WAN addresses and connect to each other.
- 1Remote supports configurable runners and can import connections from mRemoteNG; p2p uses UDT with rendezvous connections intended to work through many firewall configurations.
- 1Remote is a Windows-focused session manager with a portable option; p2p is described as portable without installation or configuration, and its README instructs both users to run it as administrator.
- 1Remote is licensed under GPL-3.0, while p2p is licensed under MIT.
- The supplied project facts list 6.1k stars for 1Remote and 4.1k for p2p; p2p also has more listed forks, 562 compared with 1Remote's 500.
Choose 1Remote if you…
- need to organize saved connections across several remote protocols.
- want session tags, a quick launcher, configurable runners, or mRemoteNG connection import.
- use Windows and need RDP options such as multi-monitor and HiDPI support.
Choose p2p if you…
- need direct remote control and messaging between two PCs.
- want a portable tool for occasional assistance without installing or configuring a service.
- can exchange connection addresses and run the app as administrator on both PCs. Be prepared to review its unsigned executable and check network compatibility.
This comparison is generated with AI from the OSRepos analyses of both projects. Always check each project's repository and documentation before choosing.