Amazon WorkSpaces vs MacinCloud

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

MacinCloud plans

• Pay-As-You-Go$4 a month
• Managed Server$25 a month
• Dedicated Server$49 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 MacinCloud if…

MacinCloud suits developers and others who need remote access to a physical Mac for macOS-dependent work. Access platforms listed include web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.