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    LogMeIn Pro

    Score8.9 out of 10
    N/ALogMeIn Pro is a remote access solution for individuals and small businesses that need to connect to Windows and Mac computers from any location. The platform provides remote desktop access through browsers, desktop applications, and mobile devices. The platform supports remote desktop access via browser, desktop application, and mobile devices. Key features include file transfer, remote printing, multi-monitor display, screen sharing, and 256-bit AES encryption.

    $30

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    Parallels Desktop for Mac

    Score8.6 out of 10
    N/AParallels® Desktop for Mac is used to run Windows on Intel or Apple silicon. Users can switch between Mac and Windows applications, while retaining the macOS appearance, or use the familiar Windows desktop aesthetic.

    $99.99

    per year

    Pricing
    LogMeIn ProParallels Desktop for Mac
    Editions & Modules
    Individuals
    $30.00
    per month
    Power Users
    $70.00
    per month
    Small Businesses
    $129.00
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    Parallels Desktop Standard Edition
    $99.99
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    Mac App Store
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    Parallels Desktop Pro Edition
    $119.99
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    LogMeIn ProParallels Desktop for Mac
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsAll plans are billed annually.—
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    Community Pulse
    LogMeIn ProParallels Desktop for Mac
    Considered Both Products
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    86%
    Would buy again
    12 Answers
    96%
    Would buy again
    25 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    92%
    Delivers good value for the price
    12 Answers
    96%
    Delivers good value for the price
    24 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    86%
    Happy with the feature set
    12 Answers
    96%
    Happy with the feature set
    25 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    100%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    9 Answers
    96%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    22 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    100%
    Implementation went as expected
    11 Answers
    96%
    Implementation went as expected
    23 Answers
    Features
    LogMeIn ProParallels Desktop for Mac
    Remote Administration
    Comparison of Remote Administration features of LogMeIn Pro and Parallels Desktop for Mac
    Feature
    LogMeIn Pro
    9.2
    19 Ratings
    15% above category average
    Parallels Desktop for Mac
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    Ratings
    Screen sharing9.917 Ratings00 Ratings
    File transfer9.718 Ratings00 Ratings
    Instant message8.013 Ratings00 Ratings
    Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication10.05 Ratings00 Ratings
    Access to sleeping/powered-off computers8.817 Ratings00 Ratings
    Over-the-Internet remote session10.018 Ratings00 Ratings
    Initiate remote control from mobile8.813 Ratings00 Ratings
    Remote management of servers & workstations9.716 Ratings00 Ratings
    Remote Active Directory® management10.011 Ratings00 Ratings
    Centralized management dashboard10.014 Ratings00 Ratings
    Session record9.713 Ratings00 Ratings
    Annotations6.27 Ratings00 Ratings
    Monitoring and Alerts8.512 Ratings00 Ratings
    Multi-platform remote control9.315 Ratings00 Ratings
    Application Virtualization
    Comparison of Application Virtualization features of LogMeIn Pro and Parallels Desktop for Mac
    Feature
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    -
    Ratings
    Parallels Desktop for Mac
    9.1
    5 Ratings
    17% above category average
    Application support00 Ratings9.25 Ratings
    Ease of deployment00 Ratings9.35 Ratings
    Security00 Ratings8.85 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    LogMeIn ProParallels Desktop for Mac
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.9
    (19 ratings)
    8.8
    (35 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.8
    (5 ratings)
    Usability
    9.8
    (6 ratings)
    9.6
    (7 ratings)
    Availability
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Performance
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    10.0
    (3 ratings)
    9.0
    (8 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    10.0
    (4 ratings)
    Configurability
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    5.0
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    User Testimonials
    LogMeIn ProParallels Desktop for Mac
    Likelihood to Recommend
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    LogMeIn Pro is very well suited for small-to-medium sized organisations. The pricing is affordable and the implementation is easier. There are some concerns related to data privacy and security, hence I would not advise this to be used when your session handles PHI and PII kind of data, just to be compliant.
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    Parallels
    Parallels is great for an end user that is primarily a macOS user, but occasionally needs Windows access to a specific application or service that is Windows only, or Windows primarily. It obviates the need for multiple desktop units or remote VMs where spin up time is an issue. It is not quite perfect due to the ARM version of Windows requirement, but that particular case is common to all ARM use of Windows.
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    Pros
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    • LogMeIn Pro by GoTo offers unattended remote access that’s reliable and always available. You can securely log in to a client’s device (Windows or macOS) from anywhere, even without them present.....as long as their machine is on.
    • You can transfer files during a session without disrupting work. I've also transferred some pretty large files at times without issues.
    • I like the dashboard as it makes it easy to manage and organize multiple devices across our client base. You can see online/offline status, access machines instantly, and share access with your team all in one easy to view place
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    Parallels
    • The configurations & space allocations can be done on parallels.
    • It integrates very well with the Mac; copying/pasting and sharing files can be done between the two platforms - Windows/Mac.
    • It supports virtual machines, Touch-ID (which works on Mac and will work on Windows, too), and bridges the gap between two operating systems.
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    Cons
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    • Slow customer service - we know more about their product than whoever we talk to whenever we call in
    • It does not always keep the settings during session unless we disconnect and reconnect with the new settings.
    • Troubleshooting using LogMeIn is minimal. It either works or doesn't, there is not a backup/alternative method for connectivity.
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    Parallels
    • Having to buy a new upgrade whenever Apple updates the OS with its yearly releases seems a bit excessive.
    • The integration features between Windows and Mac are enabled by default, which can clutter both sides; I would rather it was not default.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    It works great
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    Parallels
    Users are familiar with the application which will keep us going for a little while. However since we are seeing a decline for a need for the software, I wouldn't be surprised to find that this answer changes dramatically in the near future. We would probably keep it to some extent, but we would probably reduce our licensing count.
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    Usability
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    I will give a Rating of 10 for LogMeIn Pro by GoTo's overall usability because it has a centralized Dashboard to access all machines and servers and a very user-friendly User Interface. Also, the remote connectivity is very smooth and reliable as if you are working on your local desktop or laptop.
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    Parallels
    It has a good integration, including the connection of peripherals. Taking files back and forth works well and I can attach my Home drive as a network drive in Windows. There is even integration with iCloud and other macOS services. There are also a few different display modes which are useful and fleixible (coherence, windowed, full-screen with multiple screens)
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    Reliability and Availability
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    Always there as long as there is an internet connection
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    Performance
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    It loads quickly,
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    Parallels
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    Support Rating
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    My calls and e-mails to tech support have been few and far between, but those rare interactions were always pleasant and handled professionally. Most support can be accessed electronically, but when the need arises to actually speak to a human being, LogMeIn's customer service reps are clearly well-trained and knowledgeable. Another plus: there isn't the language barrier that I've experienced with other technology companies' support centers.
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    Parallels
    The Parallels documentation and support websites are great. I have not had much use for them, but a cursory check shows richly documented features aimed at both the layperson and the power user or software developer. Their website is well-designed and information is easy to find, and their list of known issues as well as bugfixes on point releases is clear and transparent. They aren't trying to hide any of the limitations of their software, and seem to be regularly updating it to fix new bugs that arise with Mac OS X updates.
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    Implementation Rating
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    Be aware if you have dual monitors on the host, you can only view one at a time on remote, but it is easy to toggle back and forth
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    Parallels
    The only advice I can provide is think about who is using the product and build the image based on the true needs of the user.
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    Alternatives Considered
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    LogMeIn works well for small number of devices that need unattended remote access. For cost, LogMeIn in similar to GoToMyPC - works about the same - has similar features for about same cost
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    Parallels
    Main two features that made the balance decission go to the Parallels Desktop were the possibility to pause the Windows partition easily (allowing to consume less resources in Mac and save battery) and the other one is the user interface feature called "Coherence" with allows you to show the Windows application windows as if they were native to the macOS, allowing for a better user experience.
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    Scalability
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    The view is a little blurry. The resolution could be better
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    Parallels
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    Return on Investment
    GoTo formerly LogMeIn
    • Great to allow workers to work from home. They have remote access easily and can do quick fixes without driving to the office.
    • Hard for supervisors to control work hours. Supervisors do not know when the workers are really working.
    • Being able to even access remotely via smartphone has been impactful to trouble shooting. Your main go to person is traveling and no access to a PC or internet. They can use their smartphone to remote back to the office and fix a quick issue.
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    Parallels
    • Saves money on having to buy a Windows and MacBook, as the MacBook can run almost 99% of all Windows software and usually run it faster and share between your MacBook transparently.
    • Gives employers the most flexibility with regards to which OS to adopt across an enterprise
    • We are a media company and everyone uses Macs in our industry, Fortune 500 companies also use Windows and MS Project, Parallels gives you the most flexibility for almost all of these use cases
    • Improves efficiency as the MacBook Pro M3 systems are much faster than some of the fastest corporate issued Windows laptops. What takes me 3-10 seconds for a video export can take 5 minutes on a similar Windows laptop
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    ScreenShots

    Parallels Desktop for Mac Screenshots

    Screenshot of Parallels Desktop running Windows applications, on a Mac.Screenshot of the ability to switch between operating systems without rebooting.Screenshot of Coherence Mode, which minimizes distraction.Screenshot of file sharing between Mac and Windows.Screenshot of application development and testing in Windows, Linux, and virtual macOS (Pro & Business Edition).Screenshot of license management in Parallels Desktop (Business Edition).