
Parallels DaaS
Parallels DaaS is a paid desktop-as-a-service product that delivers Microsoft Windows desktops through a public cloud.
What Parallels DaaS is
Parallels DaaS is a paid desktop-as-a-service product that delivers Microsoft Windows desktops through a public cloud. Desktop persistence is non-persistent, and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) is the listed identity provider. Access is available through Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows platforms. The Named user license is listed at $9 a month, billed at the monthly MSRP for a one-year subscription, with a minimum of 15 users. There is no free plan. Organizations can therefore review the trial before committing to a paid subscription, while checking whether the minimum user requirement fits their team. The listed operating system, cloud deployment, identity provider, and broad client-platform coverage define the main scope of this service.
Good
- Microsoft Windows desktops
- Public-cloud deployment
- Microsoft Entra ID support
- Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows access
- 14-day trial
Watch out
- No free plan
- Minimum 15 users
- Non-persistent desktops
- Paid subscription required
Who it suits
It suits organizations seeking Microsoft Windows desktops delivered from a public cloud. Teams should check the 15-user minimum and paid licensing model before choosing it.
Verdict
Parallels DaaS combines public-cloud Windows desktops with broad client access and Microsoft Entra ID support. The 15-user minimum, non-persistent desktops, and paid structure are key fit considerations.
Plans and prices
From Parallels DaaS's own pricing page, checked 23 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Named user license | $9 a month | Minimum 15 users · MSRP monthly pricing for 1-year subscription |
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