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SolidStart vs Splashtop

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SolidStart

Web Development

Full-stack meta-framework for SolidJS with fine-grained reactivity

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Splashtop logo

Splashtop

Remote Work

Secure remote access and remote support software

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only SolidStart has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: SolidStart smaller ecosystem compared to Next.js or Remix due to relative newness; Splashtop solo plan is $72 per year for a single user; Pro and Performance are priced per user per year on top at $99 and $149

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which SolidStart and Splashtop actually diverge.

Attributes where SolidStart and Splashtop differ
AttributeSolidStartSplashtop
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelopen-sourcesubscription
Free tierYesNo
CategoryWeb DevelopmentRemote Work

Identical on both: platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in SolidStart

  • Fine-grained reactivity
  • Server actions
  • Single-flight mutations
  • Request deduplication
  • Multi-router support
  • Automatic API generation
  • Vite integration

Only in Splashtop

Nothing recorded that SolidStart does not also cover.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

SolidStart

  • Building lightweight full-stack applications with minimal runtime overheadnot Splashtop
  • Projects requiring fine-grained reactivity and automatic dependency trackingnot Splashtop
  • Applications targeting multiple deployment platforms with single codebasenot Splashtop
  • Teams prioritizing performance and small bundle sizesnot Splashtop

Splashtop

  • Accessing work computers from any device remotely with multi-monitor supportnot SolidStart
  • Providing remote IT support and helpdesk services with unattended access capabilitiesnot SolidStart
  • Managing endpoints with real-time patching, monitoring, and vulnerability remediationnot SolidStart
  • Enabling classroom screen sharing and annotation for teachers and studentsnot SolidStart
  • Supporting field technicians and remote support staff outside traditional office settingsnot SolidStart
  • Connecting to specialized lab equipment and IoT devices remotelynot SolidStart

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

SolidStart

  • Smaller ecosystem compared to Next.js or Remix due to relative newness
  • SolidJS less familiar to developers with React experience
  • Community documentation not as extensive as larger frameworks
  • Limited third-party UI component libraries compared to React ecosystem

Splashtop

  • Solo plan is $72 per year for a single user; Pro and Performance are priced per user per year on top at $99 and $149
  • Remote Support SOS plan starts at $259 to $399 per concurrent user per year, separate from the remote access plans

Pricing, plan by plan

SolidStart

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the SolidStart review.

Splashtop

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Splashtop review.

Which should you pick?

Choose SolidStart if

  • You need fine-grained reactivity.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want server actions.
SolidStart review

Choose Splashtop if

Nothing in the data separates Splashtop from SolidStart on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.

Splashtop review

Questions people ask

Is SolidStart or Splashtop better?
Neither clearly leads. SolidStart starts at Free and Splashtop at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, SolidStart or Splashtop?
SolidStart has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for SolidStart and On request for Splashtop.
Does SolidStart or Splashtop run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use SolidStart for free?
Yes. SolidStart has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Splashtop starts at On request.
What is SolidStart best used for?
SolidStart is most often used for building lightweight full-stack applications with minimal runtime overhead, projects requiring fine-grained reactivity and automatic dependency tracking, applications targeting multiple deployment platforms with single codebase, teams prioritizing performance and small bundle sizes. Of those, building lightweight full-stack applications with minimal runtime overhead and projects requiring fine-grained reactivity and automatic dependency tracking are not what Splashtop is typically brought in for.
What can SolidStart do that Splashtop cannot?
SolidStart covers Fine-grained reactivity, Server actions, Single-flight mutations, Request deduplication.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

SolidStart: What is SolidJS and how does it differ from React?

SolidJS uses fine-grained reactivity and automatic dependency tracking instead of React's virtual DOM, resulting in smaller bundles and better performance.

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Splashtop: Does Splashtop support high-fidelity design work with specialized tablets?

Yes, Splashtop supports Wacom tablets and other high-fidelity features needed for design and creative work, enabling remote access without sacrificing performance.

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SolidStart: How many deployment platforms does SolidStart support?

SolidStart supports over 20 deployment platforms including Cloudflare, Netlify, Vercel, Deno, AWS, and Azure through Vite plugins.

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Splashtop: Can IT teams remotely manage and patch devices without user intervention?

Yes, Splashtop Endpoint Management provides unattended access for real-time patching, monitoring, and remediation of endpoints, including vulnerability management across infrastructure.

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SolidStart: Can I use TanStack Router with SolidStart?

Yes, SolidStart supports using either the official Solid Router or TanStack Router depending on project requirements.

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