Any Display: The spacedesk Alternative for Mac and Windows
spacedesk runs only on Windows, but Any Display turns your iPad or Android tablet into a second display from both Mac and Windows.
Download Freespacedesk is free, but its server only runs on Windows. Any Display supports both Mac and Windows servers and offers lower latency over USB. Here's how the two compare on the essentials.
| Feature | Any Display | spacedesk |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free with ads · one-time Pro purchase (about $9.99–$19.99) removes ads and adds a 2nd device | Free |
| Mac server support | Yes (macOS arm64·x64 and Windows) | No (Windows server only) |
| USB connection | Yes — lower latency | No (Wi-Fi focused) |
| Latency | Low-latency WebRTC H.264, even lower over USB | Varies with network conditions |
| Platforms | Server: Mac·Windows / Client: iPad·Android | Server: Windows / Client: Android·iOS |
- Is Any Display free?
- Yes, you can start free with ads. A one-time Pro purchase (about $9.99–$19.99 depending on region) removes ads and lets you use two devices. There's no subscription.
- Does it work on Mac?
- Yes. Unlike spacedesk, Any Display supports both macOS (arm64·x64) and Windows as the server. Connect an iPad or Android tablet as a second monitor.
- How low is the latency?
- Any Display streams with low-latency WebRTC H.264. Using a direct USB connection gives you even lower latency than Wi-Fi.
- What if it won't connect?
- On Wi-Fi, make sure the server and tablet are on the same network. Connecting directly with a USB cable gives a stable link with no network setup.
- Do I need a USB connection?
- No. You can connect wirelessly on the same Wi-Fi network. USB is recommended only if you want the lowest possible latency.