Azure Virtual Desktop

Azure Virtual Desktop

Microsoft
5.0 out of 5 stars
Parallels RAS

Parallels RAS

Parallels
Azure Virtual Desktop Parallels RAS

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Azure Virtual Desktop:

About

Azure Virtual Desktop (formerly Windows Virtual Desktop) is a comprehensive desktop and app virtualization service running in the cloud. It’s the only virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) that delivers simplified management, multi-session Windows 10, optimizations for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise, and support for Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments. Deploy and scale your Windows desktops and apps on Azure in minutes, and get built-in security and compliance features. Bring your own device (BYOD) and access your desktop and applications over the internet using an Azure Virtual Desktop client such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, or HTML5. Choose the right Azure virtual machine (VM) to optimize performance and leverage the Windows 10 and Windows 11 multi-session advantage on Azure to run multiple concurrent user sessions and save costs.
Parallels RAS:

About

Parallels® Remote Application Server (RAS) is a remote work solution that provides secure virtual access to business applications and desktops on any device or OS—from anywhere. The platform offers an agile, cloud-ready foundation and end-to-end security fueled by a centralized management console with granular policies. Companies can leverage on-premises, hybrid, or public cloud deployments and integrate with existing technology like Microsoft Azure and AWS. Parallels RAS aims to give organizations the flexibility, scalability, and IT agility to adapt to changing business needs. Parallels RAS offers a single, full-featured licensing model that includes 24/7 support and access to product training.
Azure Virtual Desktop:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
Parallels RAS:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Supported
Azure Virtual Desktop:

Audience

IT teams, IT professionals and application developers searching for a powerful Application Virtualization solution, as well as individual users
Parallels RAS:

Audience

Parallels RAS is ideal for SMBs, enterprises, educational institutions, healthcare, MSPs, government agencies, remote workers, and IT departments needing cost-effective, secure, and flexible remote access to applications and desktops.
Azure Virtual Desktop:

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported
Parallels RAS:

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported
Azure Virtual Desktop:

API

Offers API Supported
Parallels RAS:

API

Offers API Not Supported
Azure Virtual Desktop:

Screenshots and Videos

Parallels RAS:

Screenshots and Videos

Azure Virtual Desktop:

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported
Parallels RAS:

Pricing

$120 US/year/concurrent user
1-year subscription
Minimum 15 users.
Includes 24/7 Support.

Additional purchase packages available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported
Azure Virtual Desktop:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 4.3 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 4.7 / 5
support 4.3 / 5
Parallels RAS:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Azure Virtual Desktop:

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Its seamless integration with Microsoft ecosystem ensures a familiar environment for users already using Microsoft 365 services.
  • The flexibility it offers in accessing desktop environments from anywhere, at any time has proved to be a game changer for us. The scalability is impressive allowing our team to adapt seamlessly to changing workloads. Also the centralized management simplifies administrative tasks.
  • Simplified management, secured and fast logon. You can restrict who should have access to applications.

Cons

  • It is a powerful solution but there are some considerations like the initial setup & configuration may require expertise in cloud services & virtualization.
  • While Azure virtual desktop is a robust solution, the initial setup & collaboration can be a bit complex. It required careful planning & expertise. Additionally the cost structure, while competitive, may pose challenges for organizations with budget constraints, not for us but for small/medium enterprises.
  • Requires experience to setup. Aside that the solution is amazing. For organization of all sizes and businesses..
Azure Virtual Desktop:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported
Parallels RAS:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported
Azure Virtual Desktop:

Company Information

Microsoft
Founded: 1975
United States
azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/virtual-desktop/
Parallels RAS:

Company Information

Parallels
Founded: 1999
Canada
www.parallels.com/products/ras/remote-application-server/
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Parallels RAS:

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Azure Virtual Desktop:
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Azure Virtual Desktop:
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Parallels RAS:
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Azure Virtual Desktop

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5.0 out of 5 stars
Azure Virtual Desktop:
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Parallels RAS:
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Azure Virtual Desktop:

Categories

Parallels RAS:

Categories

Azure Virtual Desktop:

Application Virtualization Features

Conflict Prevention Supported
Cross-Platform Support Not Supported
Dashboard Supported
Debugging Supported
Incident Management Supported
Legacy App Support Supported
Memory Protection Supported
Multiple App Instances Supported
Parallels RAS:

Application Virtualization Features

Conflict Prevention Supported
Cross-Platform Support Supported
Dashboard Supported
Debugging Supported
Incident Management Supported
Legacy App Support Supported
Memory Protection Supported
Multiple App Instances Supported

Desktop as a Service (DaaS) Features

Admin Console Supported
Application Management Supported
Backup & Recovery Supported
BYOL Management Supported
Cloud Encryption Supported
Device Management Supported
File Management Supported
GPU Virtualization Supported
Multi-Factor Authentication Supported
Policy Management Supported
Single Sign On Supported
User Provisioning Supported

Remote Desktop Features

Chat Supported
Cross-Platform Access Supported
File Transfer Supported
Group View Supported
Mobile Device Access Supported
Multi Monitor Support Supported
Record Remote Sessions Supported
Remote Print Supported
Remote Wake Supported
User Management Supported

Virtual Desktop (VDI) Features

Desktop-as-a-Service Supported
Load Balancing Supported
Multi-Device Support Supported
Multi-Factor Authentication Supported
Permissions / Access Controls Supported
Self Service Portal Supported
Third Party Integration Supported

Virtualization Features

Archiving & Retention Supported
Capacity Monitoring Supported
Data Mobility Supported
Desktop Virtualization Supported
Disaster Recovery Supported
Namespace Management Supported
Performance Management Supported
Version Control Supported
Virtual Machine Monitoring Supported
Azure Virtual Desktop:

Integrations

Azure Marketplace Supported
IGEL Supported
Login VSI Supported
Microsoft Azure Supported
Active Directory Not Supported
AdminStudio Supported
Alibaba Cloud Not Supported
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Not Supported
Azure Confidential Computing Supported
Google Cloud Platform Not Supported
IBM Cloud Not Supported
Microsoft Entra ID Not Supported
Microsoft Hyper-V Not Supported
Nutanix AHV Not Supported
Parallels RAS Supported
Parallels Secure Workspace Not Supported
TeamViewer DEX Supported
ThinPrint Not Supported
VMware ESXi Not Supported
vDesk.works Supported
Parallels RAS:

Integrations

Azure Marketplace Supported
IGEL Supported
Login VSI Supported
Microsoft Azure Supported
Active Directory Supported
AdminStudio Not Supported
Alibaba Cloud Supported
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Supported
Azure Confidential Computing Not Supported
Google Cloud Platform Supported
IBM Cloud Supported
Microsoft Entra ID Supported
Microsoft Hyper-V Supported
Nutanix AHV Supported
Parallels RAS Not Supported
Parallels Secure Workspace Supported
TeamViewer DEX Not Supported
ThinPrint Supported
VMware ESXi Supported
vDesk.works Not Supported
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