Amazon WorkSpaces vs Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS)

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

Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) plans

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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 Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) if…

RAS suits organizations that need hybrid delivery of virtualized applications, desktops, or both. It is relevant when users connect from varied desktop, mobile, Chrome OS, or browser clients.