Refog alternative Refog is Windows-only. Anywhere Monitor covers Windows, Mac and Ubuntu

Refog Personal Monitor Alternative: Anywhere Monitor for Windows, Mac & Ubuntu

Refog Personal Monitor is a well-known Windows monitoring tool, but it is Windows-only and annual-billing only. Anywhere Monitor covers the same core features and adds Mac, Ubuntu, live desktop viewing and a monthly plan.

Side-by-side comparison

FeatureAnywhere MonitorCompetitor
PlatformsWindows, Mac, UbuntuWindows only
Mac support
Linux (Ubuntu) support
Keystroke logging
Screenshots
Website history
Chat and email monitoring
Live desktop viewing
Secure web console
Monthly billing option
Price$24.95/mo or $99.95/yr per computer$95/yr per computer

Why users switch to Anywhere Monitor

  • Runs on Windows, Mac and Ubuntu - Refog is Windows only.
  • Live desktop viewing from the web console.
  • Monthly billing at $24.95 - no annual lock-in.
  • Simple per-computer pricing published up front.

When Refog might still be right for you

If every computer you monitor runs Windows and you are happy with an annual subscription and no live view, Refog is a fine product. Anyone needing Mac, Ubuntu or flexibility should choose Anywhere Monitor.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Anywhere Monitor matches Refog's core monitoring features and adds Mac and Ubuntu support, live desktop viewing, and monthly billing - while Refog Personal Monitor is Windows-only with annual billing.

No. Refog Personal Monitor supports Windows only. Anywhere Monitor runs on Windows, Mac and Ubuntu.

Yes. Anywhere Monitor includes live desktop viewing in the web console; Refog's personal product offers an online dashboard without a live desktop view.

Refog is $95 per year per computer (annual only). Anywhere Monitor is $99.95 per year, or $24.95 month-to-month if you prefer not to commit.

Try Anywhere Monitor yourself

Monitor computers you own on Windows, Mac and Ubuntu from a secure web console - with a free 3-day trial, a live demo and a 3-day money-back guarantee.