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Citrix DaaS alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Citrix DaaS alternative is Parallels RAS (2.4 GPA).
Citrix DaaS compared with 6 alternatives: Omnissa Horizon, Parallels RAS, Cameyo, Apporto, Dizzion and 1 more.
Citrix DaaS's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. None of the alternatives has a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citrix DaaSThis tool | Paid | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Omnissa Horizon | Paid | No | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Parallels RAS | Free trial | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Cameyo | Paid | No | Web |
| Apporto | Paid | No | Web |
| Dizzion | Paid | No | Web |
| Workspot | Paid | No | Web |
How each one differs from Citrix DaaS
Omnissa Horizon
Virtual desktops and apps on-premises, in the cloud or hybrid
- Omnissa Horizon also lists an iOS app.
- Omnissa Horizon lists no web app, which Citrix DaaS has.
Suits: IT teams running VDI for large or regulated workforces
Parallels RAS
Virtual apps and desktops across on-premises, hybrid and cloud
- Parallels RAS also lists an iOS app.
- Parallels RAS also covers file sharing.
Suits: IT teams delivering Windows apps from a mix of data center and cloud
Cameyo
Virtual app delivery that serves Windows apps as web apps
- Cameyo lists no Windows, macOS, Linux and Android apps, which Citrix DaaS has.
- Cameyo also covers file sharing.
- Cameyo does not cover workflow automation, which Citrix DaaS does.
Suits: IT teams moving legacy Windows apps to a browser-first setup
Apporto
Browser-based virtual desktops and computer labs for work and schools
- Apporto lists no Windows, macOS, Linux and Android apps, which Citrix DaaS has.
- Apporto does not cover workflow automation, which Citrix DaaS does.
Suits: Universities that want virtual computer labs reachable from any device
Dizzion
Managed cloud desktops, app streaming and DaaS for businesses
- Dizzion lists no Windows, macOS, Linux and Android apps, which Citrix DaaS has.
Suits: Organizations that want a provider to run their cloud desktops for them
Workspot
Cloud-hosted virtual desktops and apps managed from one console
- Workspot lists no Windows, macOS, Linux and Android apps, which Citrix DaaS has.
- Workspot also covers dashboards.
- Workspot does not cover workflow automation, which Citrix DaaS does.
Suits: IT teams moving on-premises VDI to a cloud of their choice
Limits worth knowing in Citrix DaaS
- No prices are published; Citrix directs buyers to partners and sales.
- The licensing page lists the product inside the Universal Hybrid Multi-Cloud and Platform bundles, counted per user.
- The cloud-hosted and local editions differ in features, and the licensing page says on-premises and cloud features may not match.
- It is built for IT-run deployments, not for individuals wanting quick access to their own PC.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Citrix DaaS?
The alternatives to Citrix DaaS in this directory are Omnissa Horizon, Parallels RAS, Cameyo, Apporto, Dizzion and Workspot. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Citrix DaaS.
Is there a free alternative to Citrix DaaS?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. Parallels RAS offers a free trial.
Which Citrix DaaS alternatives work on iOS?
The Citrix DaaS listing does not include an iOS app. Omnissa Horizon and Parallels RAS list one.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Nov 13, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.