# Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) vs Remote Desktop Services Comparison

| | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.2 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 68 | 140 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (43.3% of reviews) | Small-Business (33.8% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | $324.00 Every Three Years | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS)

**Not enough data**

### Remote Desktop Services

Pros:
- Easy Setup (1 reviews)
- User-Friendly (1 reviews)


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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.9 (62 reviews) | 9.1 (134 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.7 (62 reviews) | 9.1 (134 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 9.1 (15 reviews) | 8.9 (40 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.8 (13 reviews) | 8.9 (39 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.2 (44 reviews) | 8.5 (97 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.8 (12 reviews) | 9.1 (34 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 7.7 (61 reviews) | 8.2 (132 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS)

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Parallels RAS; 3-year subscription

Price: $324.00 Every Three Years

Description: Priced for teams of all sizes. Reduce your IT expenses by saving 10% with our 3 years license plan.

Key Features:
- Advanced access controls: Secures corporate data with a client group policy in the Parallels RAS Console. Centrally manages and controls access by user, group, or device.
- Multifactor authentication: Requires users to authentication access via two-factor or smart card authentication. Parallels RAS also integrates with third-party security solutions.
- Encryption protocols: Parallels RAS Secure Gateway supports SSL and FIPS 140-2 encryption, helping organizations adhere to data compliance policies such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR. 

[Browse all 2 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/parallels-remote-application-server-ras/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Remote Desktop Services

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Application Server

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS)** | N/A | N/A |
| **Remote Desktop Services** | N/A | N/A |

#### Data Management

| Feature | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Redundancy** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Server Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version and Profile Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Web-based frameworks** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data exchange** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### User Features

| Feature | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Centralized offering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-time visibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Modernization

| Feature | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cloud deployment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Microservices development** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **On-premises support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Modular architecture** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### AI Performance Improvement - Application Server

| Feature | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **AI Application Scaling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Error Prediction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Intelligent Resource Forecasting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Anomaly Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Intrusion Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Application Server

| Feature | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Remote Desktop

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS)** | N/A | N/A |
| **Remote Desktop Services** | 8.5/10 | 62 |

#### Administration

| Feature | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Usage Information** | Not enough data | 8.8 (53 reviews) | 
| **Integrations** | Not enough data | 8.5 (49 reviews) | 
| **Diagnostics** | Not enough data | 8.5 (50 reviews) | 
| **Session Recording** | Not enough data | 8.4 (42 reviews) | 
| **Session Transfer** | Not enough data | 8.4 (44 reviews) | 
| **Unattended Access** | Not enough data | 8.0 (47 reviews) | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | 8.9 (54 reviews) | 

#### Platform

| Feature | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cross-Platform Access** | Not enough data | 9.1 (50 reviews) | 
| **Mobile Device Access** | Not enough data | 8.0 (35 reviews) | 
| **Applications Management** | Not enough data | 8.7 (51 reviews) | 
| **Remote Device Control** | Not enough data | 9.0 (56 reviews) | 

#### Security

| Feature | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Remote Wipe** | Not enough data | 8.1 (42 reviews) | 
| **Device Management** | Not enough data | 8.5 (48 reviews) | 
| **Device Enrollment** | Not enough data | 8.0 (42 reviews) | 

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## Categories

**Unique to Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) (1):** [Application Server Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/application-server)

**Unique to Remote Desktop Services (1):** [Remote Desktop Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/remote-desktop)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) | Remote Desktop Services | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 43.3% | 33.8% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 28.4% | 33.1% | 
| **Enterprise** | 28.4% | 33.1% | 

### By Industry

#### Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS)

- **Information Technology and Services:** 14.7%
- **Higher Education:** 10.3%
- **Computer Software:** 10.3%
- **Internet:** 8.8%
- **Government Administration:** 2.9%
- **Insurance:** 2.9%
- **Management Consulting:** 2.9%
- **Design:** 2.9%
- **Automotive:** 2.9%
- **Architecture & Planning:** 2.9%
- **Other:** 38.2%

#### Remote Desktop Services

- **Information Technology and Services:** 15.8%
- **Computer Software:** 10.8%
- **Computer Networking:** 7.9%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 6.5%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 5.0%
- **Real Estate:** 4.3%
- **Financial Services:** 2.9%
- **Construction:** 2.9%
- **Higher Education:** 2.9%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 2.9%
- **Other:** 38.1%

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## Top Discussions

### Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS)

- Title: [Why Parallels RAS?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/why-parallels-ras) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "It's a much simpler solution for RAS compared to others like Citrix that are complex, while fully featured, and require significant consulting and support..."

### Remote Desktop Services

No discussions available for this product.

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