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Remote Desktop Services vs. Citrix DaaS

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricRemote Desktop Services

by Microsoft

Citrix DaaS

by Citrix

Overall rating4.54.1
Review count140546
Ease of use9.38.7
Ease of setup9.08.4
Quality of support8.78.5
Meets requirements9.29.0
NPS66.1870539.230769
Small Business33.6%12.1%
Mid-Market33.6%29.2%
Enterprise32.9%58.6%
Total page views152520
Total LLM citations1,0232,002

Remote Desktop Services

Remote Desktop Services (RDS) is a Microsoft technology that enables users to access and control Windows-based applications and desktops remotely over a network connection. This service allows multiple users to work on the same system simultaneously, providing a centralized computing environment that enhances resource management and security. Key Features and Functionality: - Remote Desktop Access: Users can connect to their desktops or applications from virtually any device, including PCs, tablets, and smartphones, facilitating flexible work environments.

Pros

  • User-Friendly
  • Easy Setup

Citrix DaaS

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops provides the most comprehensive desktop as a service (DaaS) and VDI options, optimized to provide today’s flexible workforce with secure, high-performance experiences. IT can deliver Windows, Linux, and web business applications, or full virtual desktops, to scale their environments quickly and easily. Deploy from any cloud or datacenter to meet global business needs.

Pros

  • Performance
  • Ease of Use
  • User-Friendly
  • Simple
  • Intuitive Interface
  • Cross-Platform