Amazon WorkSpaces
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What both publish
| Fact | Amazon WorkSpaces | DaaS |
|---|---|---|
| Operating systems | Supported desktop operating systems include Windows, Ubuntu Linux, Rocky Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Amazon Linux. | Free machines use Ubuntu Desktop 24.04; paid machines list Ubuntu Desktop LTS and Windows 11, with custom Qcow2 or ISO images. |
| Rating on G2 | 4.2 out of 5 from 110 reviews | 4.45 out of 5 from 2,500+ reviews for the overall Desktop as a Service category; the page highlights other vendors and does not show this DaaS product. |
| Rating on TrustRadius | 8.7 out of 10 from 39 reviews and ratings | 10 out of 10 from 21 reviews for Ace Cloud VDI in the DaaS category; this is a category listing, not a rating for Desktop-as-a-Service.io. |
Amazon WorkSpaces plans
- WorkSpaces free tierFree
- Standby WorkSpace$3.25 a month
- WorkSpaces applications — Windows single-session user fee$4.19 a month
- WorkSpaces secure browser — standard.regular (US East/Northern Virginia)$7 a month
- Ubuntu Power hourly$7.25 a month
- WorkSpaces Personal AutoStop — Ubuntu Linux Power example (US West/Oregon)$7.25 a month
DaaS plans
- FreeFree
- PaidPriced on request
Pick Amazon WorkSpaces if…
WorkSpaces suits remote and hybrid users who need managed cloud desktops or applications. Its persistent desktop and storage options may suit users who need files and settings retained between sessions.
Pick DaaS if…
DaaS may suit training organizations, enterprises, and teams handling integration testing or marketing workflows that need configurable cloud workstations. Users should have a stable internet connection and check whether the free daily limit meets their needs.