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Parallels Remote Application Server: it just works, we love it
March 17, 2020

Parallels Remote Application Server: it just works, we love it

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Parallels Remote Application Server

Parallels RAS is being used by remote workers to easily access corporate systems. These users do not have a PC on site that they can remote into, so a system was needed that could provide them with the necessary applications.
  • Easy to set up.
  • Can be used via html5 or client.
  • Users can connect from practically any device.
  • Low cost
  • Can use the application to change your domain password.
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  • Cost per user compared to Citrix is very low.
  • Remote users were able to be given desktop connectivity very quickly and easily.
  • Citrix Virtual Apps (formerly XenApp)
Parallels is simple. It just works. Citrix is complicated and cumbersome. Being new to Citrix, we needed professional services to set it up and make sure it was optimized. If anything goes wrong, it is a call to Citrix for support. Parallels is simpler. I set it up with support in no time. I understand how it works and can keep it running smoothly by myself. If I need it, there is online documentation to support me.
I have only had a few encounters with support but they have always been great. The issue is resolved quickly, and there is no hassle.

Do you think Parallels Remote Application Server delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Parallels Remote Application Server's feature set?

Yes

Did Parallels Remote Application Server live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Parallels Remote Application Server go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Parallels Remote Application Server again?

Yes

We have Citrix and Parallels. Citrix works if setup correctly, but it is clunky, complicated, and expensive. Parallels was easy to set up, easy to expand and has a low cost per user. Any company looking for an easy way to provide users with applications and/or desktops, Parallels RAS is it. It is very flexible in how you can use it. We deploy applications and shared desktops. If we wanted, we could use it for VDI as well. I love it.