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Splashtop vs Tandem

Splashtop logo

Splashtop

Remote Work

Secure remote access and remote support software

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tandem logo

Tandem

Remote Work

Virtual office for remote and hybrid teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Tandem has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 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; Tandem limited offline functionality - requires internet connectivity for core features
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Splashtop and Tandem actually diverge.

Attributes where Splashtop and Tandem differ
AttributeSplashtopTandem
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWebWeb, macOS, Windows
FoundedUnknown2019

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Remote Work).

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 Splashtop

Nothing recorded that Tandem does not also cover.

Only in Tandem

  • Team presence
  • One-click calls
  • Screen sharing
  • Virtual rooms
  • Status indicators
  • Slack
  • Google Calendar
  • Notion

What people use each for

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

Splashtop

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

Tandem

  • Remote worknot Splashtop
  • Team collaborationnot Splashtop
  • Quick huddlesnot Splashtop
  • Pair programmingnot Splashtop

Where each one falls short

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

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

Tandem

  • Limited offline functionality - requires internet connectivity for core features
  • Dashboard user experience needs improvement for better feature utilization
  • Market adoption challenge - most remote workers value autonomy over spontaneous collaboration
  • Feature complexity is high relative to actual usage frequency
  • Reduced feature development velocity after company restructuring

Pricing, plan by plan

Splashtop

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Splashtop review.

Tandem

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Tandem review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Splashtop if

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

Splashtop review

Choose Tandem if

  • You need team presence.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, macOS, Windows.
  • You also want one-click calls.
Tandem review

Questions people ask

Is Splashtop or Tandem better?
Neither clearly leads. Splashtop starts at On request and Tandem at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Splashtop or Tandem?
Tandem has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Splashtop and Free for Tandem.
Does Splashtop or Tandem run on more platforms?
Splashtop runs on Web. Tandem runs on Web, macOS, Windows.
Can I use Tandem for free?
Yes. Tandem has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Splashtop starts at On request.
What is Splashtop best used for?
Splashtop is most often used for accessing work computers from any device remotely with multi-monitor support, providing remote it support and helpdesk services with unattended access capabilities, managing endpoints with real-time patching, monitoring, and vulnerability remediation, enabling classroom screen sharing and annotation for teachers and students. Of those, accessing work computers from any device remotely with multi-monitor support and providing remote it support and helpdesk services with unattended access capabilities are not what Tandem is typically brought in for.
What can Splashtop do that Tandem cannot?
Tandem covers Team presence, One-click calls, Screen sharing, Virtual rooms.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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Tandem: Does Tandem have a free tier?

Yes. Tandem offers a free plan supporting up to 4 team members with access to video calls, screen sharing, and messaging features.

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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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Tandem: What integrations does Tandem support?

Tandem integrates with Slack, Notion, GitHub, Trello, and over 40 other apps, displaying which applications team members are currently using.

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Tandem: How many users can I add to each plan?

Tandem's free plan supports up to 4 members, Small Teams up to 10, Medium Teams up to 50, and Large Teams supports unlimited members.

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