Apache Guacamole vs Rocket Exceed TurboX comparison

Apache and Rocket Software are both solutions in the Remote Access category. Apache is ranked #6 with an average rating of 9.2, while Rocket Software is ranked #14 with an average rating of 8.0. Apache holds a 3.9% mindshare in VUS, compared to Rocket Software’s 3.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Apache users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Rocket Software users who would recommend it.

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We performed a comparison between Apache Guacamole and Rocket Exceed TurboX based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Microsoft Intune

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Remote Access category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 8.9%, down from 9.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Apache Guacamole is 3.9%, down from 4.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Rocket Exceed TurboX is 3.0%, down from 3.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Remote Access Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune	8.9%
Apache Guacamole	3.9%
Rocket Exceed TurboX	3.0%
Other	84.2%

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Featured Reviews

AkashKamble

Sr MacOS specialist engineer at Cyber24

Enables management of multiple operating systems with a single license

The best feature is that it's a Microsoft product, so if anything goes wrong, we get quick support for anything required. Remote system functionality allows us to sit anywhere and take control of any device via remote management. We can enhance security for clients' laptops with built-in Microsoft Defender, which is available with the Microsoft Intune license. We use it for reporting purposes through endpoint analytics. When pushing scripting, there are two types available: remediation script and reservation script. Through endpoint analytics, you can push defender policies to clients. It helps with reporting, inventory updates, and monitoring tenant status health.

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Deepak Shah

Lead Backend Engineer at Singhania QuestPlus

Secure web access for guest users has transformed how we protect servers without device agents

Apache Guacamole can be improved as the documentation is really okay. It's written in very good detail. However, there's a problem in that it is written in too much detail and doesn't take you step-by-step. We did have some minor issues, such as there was some gap in mentioning how to install it and how to make and compile the file which they have posted on the repository. We had to figure it out, and once we got that knowledge, we were able to speed up our process. I think that the documentation wasn't that well written. There were gaps in it. It was well written but not written step-by-step. They can improve Apache Guacamole's UI. We didn't use their UI and use our own UI instead, but their UI can be improved. Simple is also good but it can be improved.

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Adithya Naresh

R&D Sensor Algorithm Engineer at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

Remote design work has become smoother and adapts intelligently to changing bandwidth

The best features of Rocket Exceed TurboX are that it works reasonably well and is easy to set up. As the admin, I set up the server and tested it with different bandwidths. The solution performs better than VNC, though there is still lag in the one Mbps to four Mbps range. Rocket Exceed TurboX automatically adjusts the resolution according to the program that is running, which is their intellectual property. This intelligent adjustment is a significant advantage compared to VNC, where I had to set it to the lowest setting with poor resolution to achieve acceptable performance.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"We are a remote company, and the product helps us manage the global endpoints. It helps us natively manage the endpoints in the cloud from anywhere."

"As the solution is a software as a service, the scalability is unlimited."

"Stable product that's easy to set up compared to other MDM products."

"Based on my experience, I would recommend Microsoft Intune to organizations looking for management of a large number of devices and enterprise environments."

"The best features in Microsoft Intune that I appreciate most are its centralized features."

"The feature that we can deploy policies and configuration settings and it will be applied to every user who is connected to it around the world just with an internet connection is very good."

"Microsoft Intune has broad capabilities, particularly with mobile device management, with excellent management features like the ability to push configuration policies to all devices across the company and manage them effectively, strong configuration and compliance capabilities, and valuable application management that centralizes applications in one place and makes configuring or deploying them much easier."

"When comparing Microsoft Intune to Jamf, Microsoft Intune is superior."

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"Apache Guacamole has impacted my organization positively by providing us with a cheap alternative that is very customizable, which we can offer to customers that previously we had to decline because they could not afford Citrix."

"For those considering using Apache Guacamole, I wholeheartedly support its users since it's a free open-source software that is easy to download and use with no significant issues."

"The main impact Apache Guacamole had on my team's efficiency was that they did not need to access any server or anything else, because instead of performing several clicks to access a machine and needing to know where it was located, its full name, or the IP address, we were able to create groups and folders where machines were all properly organized and easy to access."

"Apache Guacamole helped us cross that boundary, and leveraging that technology, we were able to expand our product surface area and the customers we can access."

"Apache Guacamole is really easy to use."

"One of the advantages is that it helps to simplify and fasten the processes, so the workflow goes much faster."

"I believe Apache Guacamole is the best option on the market at the moment because it is free."

"Apache Guacamole thus far has been both open source, simple to use, easy to set up, quick, and it makes it easy for me to provision systems as well."

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"The most helpful feature of OpenText Exceed TurboX (ETX) is that it allows you to consume heavy applications that usually have a lot of latency. I also like that the solution is fast and has a friendly UI."

"The best features of Rocket Exceed TurboX are that it works reasonably well and is easy to set up."

"The solution is perfect for Linux users."

Cons

"I find the price for Microsoft Intune too high, which represents an area for improvement in Microsoft's pricing model."

"The tool's tunnel gateway is not very good, making it an area where improvements are required."

"I'm still playing around with it and haven't had any issues with the product yet, but support can definitely be improved."

"The user interface should be more user-friendly, as it can sometimes be challenging to navigate. Microsoft often relocates features, making it difficult to consistently find what I need."

"A major challenge is making all the products work within device management solutions like Intune. It would be beneficial if Microsoft removed support for older products much earlier in the process."

"I want more secure, reliable, and efficient security policies."

"Currently, BitLocker does not support BYOD enrollment, which is a product limitation."

"For migrations, sometimes we experience some issues with OS deployment and the user experience side."

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"The solution's USB redirection could be improved."

"I would give Apache Guacamole an eight out of ten because there have been moments where I faced some networking issues with it, where connections were a problem, and sometimes the login and logout processes were issues as well."

"I think that the documentation wasn't that well written."

"In my opinion, Apache Guacamole can be improved with USB access, a native client, and enhanced browser access, which would be beneficial."

"There should be good documentation regarding GUI customization."

"There should be good documentation regarding GUI customization. Even though I can try customizing the GUI, the documentation is not comprehensive."

"There is no customer support for Apache Guacamole."

"I gave it a nine because some very advanced features such as session recording and clipboard functionality are still not available on Apache Guacamole, though they are available on Citrix."

"An area for improvement in OpenText Exceed TurboX (ETX) is the installation process because you need some technical knowledge to install it. What's lacking in OpenText Exceed TurboX (ETX) is a help portal for users to ask questions and seek assistance."

"The performance of the graphical interface needs improvement. They should add some CPU to speed graphic acceleration."

"It seems to work better than the original solution, but it still does not meet the standards I wanted."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The cost of the license and the features are justified for myself as a technical person."

"Microsoft Intune costs about $7 per user per month, which is somewhat on the pricier end. That said, it's a reliable product, so it's fair."

"For Microsoft 365 E5 clients, cost is not an issue as this product is one of the benefits."

"Microsoft Intune is available for individual purchase at a low per-device cost."

"Based on the features that it gives, it is cost-efficient. It is not necessarily on the expensive side of the scale. It provides a hefty number of features that any organization would want. It is in a good price range."

"The price is reasonable, but they should lower it a bit to make it more competitive. It's cheaper than AirWatch and other products, but I still feel like Microsoft can make a base version or with Exchange online or a la carte only Intune version which will be useful. A customer who doesn't want to go full-fledged E3 or E5 can take out or consume an Intune solution only for their purpose, and we want to target that customer."

"This cost is approximately $30 USD per user per month."

"We are partners, so we receive some discount. However, from the customer's perspective, Microsoft Intune's pricing is competitive with non-Microsoft technology, and the price is good compared to other market competitors."

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"Pricing for OpenText Exceed TurboX (ETX) is five out of ten. It's not that expensive, and it's not that affordable."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Government

Educational Organization

12%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Government

Manufacturing Company

24%

University

Computer Software Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	124
Midsize Enterprise	53
Large Enterprise	168

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	6
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	2

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Questions from the Community

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What needs improvement with Apache Guacamole?

Apache Guacamole can be improved as the documentation is really okay. It's written in very good detail. However, ther...

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What advice do you have for others considering Apache Guacamole?

The advice I would give to others looking into using Apache Guacamole is to read the document very rigorously. If you...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Apache Guacamole?

Regarding my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Apache Guacamole, there was no license at all. We...

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What needs improvement with OpenText Exceed TurboX (ETX)?

The drawbacks of Rocket Exceed TurboX include lagging and cost. However, it does improve performance compared to open...

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What is your primary use case for OpenText Exceed TurboX (ETX)?

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

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Overview

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service designed for device management, security, and compliance. It supports automation and facilitates endpoint management for Windows, iOS, and Android devices, ensuring data protection and efficient policy enforcement.

Microsoft Intune offers seamless integration with tools like Windows Autopilot to automate device setup and deployment. Integrated with Azure Active Directory, it enhances policy management while providing robust reporting and analytics tools for compliance tracking. Despite its intuitive interface aimed at simplifying navigation and device security management, there are challenges such as compatibility issues with Linux and Mac, limited policy support for Android, and demands for better third-party integration. It's widely used for both corporate-owned devices and BYOD scenarios in dynamic IT environments.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?

Windows Autopilot: Automates device setup for rapid deployment.
Azure Active Directory Integration: Enhances user policy management.
Reporting and Analytics: Improves compliance visibility.
Mobile Application Management: Ensures app security without compromising personal data.
Cloud-Based Management: Allows management from any location.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Time Efficiency: Automation reduces time in policy enforcement and configuration updates.
Enhanced Security: Ensures data protection across corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
Improved Compliance: Advanced reporting tools enhance compliance visibility.
Flexible Management: Cloud-based nature supports management from any location.

In industries such as finance and healthcare, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Manufacturing sectors utilize Intune for managing a distributed workforce across global locations, while educational institutions employ it to secure and manage devices in learning environments supporting both students and faculty.

Microsoft

Apache Guacamole provides an open-source, clientless remote access solution that allows organizations to securely access multiple virtual machines with ease, offering customization to enhance security and efficiency.

With no subscription fees, Apache Guacamole is user-friendly and appeals to enterprises by simplifying remote server access and virtual machine provisioning. Its open-source nature enables significant customization, optimizing workflows and improving efficiencies for organizations looking for alternative remote access tools. It supports remote access, application publishing, and session recording with efficient protocols and extensive documentation ensuring secure, fast server access. Despite its potential, improvements in USB redirection, FX protocol, AI features, and intuitive deployment are needed. The interface requires modernization, and a simpler installation process would greatly benefit users. While networking issues and hosting complexities are challenges, it remains a valuable tool for varying industries.

What are the key features of Apache Guacamole?

User-Friendly Remote Access: Simplifies access to virtual machines and servers with distinct logins.
Open Source Customization: Offers flexibility and enhances security and efficiency.
Remote Access & Publishing: Facilitates application publishing and recording.
Efficient Protocols: Ensures secure and fast server access.
Comprehensive Documentation: Aids in setup and usage with detailed information.

What benefits or ROI can users expect from Apache Guacamole?

Cost Reduction: Eliminates subscription fees.
Improved Onboarding: Streamlines user adoption processes.
Expanded Market Access: Increases adaptability for new market opportunities.

Apache Guacamole is employed across industries to facilitate secure remote server access and virtual machine provisioning. With multi-user support, airlines use it for staff accessing rosters, while educational institutions provision systems effectively. Many choose it as an open-source alternative to Citrix CVAD, customizing it as their in-house solution. It allows secure server access even under strict security constraints, proving helpful in environments requiring guest user capabilities without software installations.

Apache

Rocket Exceed TurboX is secure virtual desktop software that enables modern hybrid work. Leveraging the Exceed TurboX hybrid cloud VDI (virtual desktop infrastructure), organizations can allow employees to work from anywhere and any device. Exceed TurboX includes support for demanding, high-performance graphical software used in engineering product design, semiconductor design and other graphic-intense fields.

Exceed TurboX features:

Fast desktop virtualization software - Uses ThinX and Windows Direct protocols to offer reliable virtual access for high performance and excellent user experiences, with fast and safe protocols built directly into the remote access software.

Centralized virtual infrastructure administration - Offers a central web portal for IT staff to monitor and manage user access to applications and includes central license management and IT-definable thresholds for system status notifications.

Suspend-and-resume virtual sessions - Allows users to resume sessions on any computer, auto-adjusting to the new monitor resolution, whether reconnecting after connection interruptions or through a manual session suspension.

Pixel-perfect virtual session display - Displays graphically demanding virtual desktops, including support for UHD displays and multiple monitors as part of the powerful OpenText VDI solution.

Virtual GPU support - Supports NVIDIA vGPU, enabling a single graphics card to be split across up to 16 virtual machines for hardware-based rendering, H.264 compression and direct framebuffer access to open 3D applications faster.

Browser and native clients - Offers access through any device to virtual applications and desktops using the native clients for Windows, MacOS and Linux.

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Sample Customers

Mitchells and Buzzers, Callaway

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Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), SMS group, Philips Healthcare, TDK-Micronas

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