Amazon WorkSpaces vs Inara Systems Desktop

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

Inara Systems Desktop plans

• Bronze£29.99 a month
• Silver£34.99 a month
• Gold£39.99 a month
• Platinum£49.99 a month

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 Inara Systems Desktop if…

It may suit businesses that need remote access to hosted applications and business data, particularly in accountancy, legal, recruitment, or manufacturing. The provider also offers training and a UK service desk.