AppSense [EOL] vs Horizon 8 comparison

Ivanti and Omnissa are both solutions in the User Virtualization category. Additionally, 100% of Ivanti users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 89% of Omnissa users who would recommend it.

AppSense [EOL]

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AppSense [EOL]

Horizon 8

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Categories and Ranking

AppSense [EOL]

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Horizon 8

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

117

Ranking in other categories

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) (6th), User Virtualization (1st)

Featured Reviews

reviewer2019633

Director at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees

It has customization features, lets you do network redirects via the DNS, and is stable and scalable

An area for improvement in AppSense is pricing because it's much higher than Citrix and VMware solutions. It's one of the virtualization software that allows user profile virtualization, but you can also find that capability in the lower-priced VMware and Citrix software. AppSense has many features but is more expensive, so it would be better if it had a reduced cost or the solution had more enhanced capabilities. For example, in group policies, you can maintain the redirections and registry settings through the group policy via PolicyPak, another third-party product for managing the group policy. If AppSense could have a configuration similar to what PolicyPak has, then that would make AppSense better. AppSense is OS-based, so when my company purchased it in the past, it could run on Windows 7. Eventually, Ivanti told my company that it no longer supported Windows 7, so my company had to purchase AppSense for Windows 10. In the future, the new version of AppSense should work on different Windows versions.

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Sun Fung

Architect at Softcat plc

Architects have improved desktop environments and now optimize operations for diverse clients

From my perspective, there is significant room for improvement in Horizon 8. Many customers are actively seeking alternatives to VMware due to recent licensing changes after Broadcom's acquisition, necessitating upgrades or bundles that they often do not require. Given that Omniser builds on VMware technologies, this creates a negative perception, pushing customers to consider different brands or solutions.

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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

"I like the customization features of AppSense. It also allows you to push DNS settings, so if you want to redirect a network using the DNS, you can do that from AppSense, which I find beneficial."

"The solution is scalable to any number of devices or users and integrates well with other VMware products."

"The solution's most valuable aspect is the VDI - the remote virtual desktop interface."

"Scalable and stable virtualization solution, with good technical support offering timely responses."

"I find the security of Horizon to be most valuable."

"I find the product to be quite stable...It is a scalable solution...The documentation of VMware Horizon View is quite good."

"The most valuable features are that it is easy to use and easy to manage."

"At this stage, a couple of iterations later, workers now only come to the office a couple of days a week, the company has been able to eliminate two offices entirely, and in addition, we have a much wider base of operations because employees can live practically anywhere in our "territory"."

"The solution includes good user profiles and policies."

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Cons

"An area for improvement in AppSense is pricing because it's much higher than Citrix and VMware solutions. In the future, the new version of AppSense should work on different Windows versions."

"VMware Horizon 7 could improve by supporting the active-active data center."

"The solution’s stability and initial setup could be improved."

"The remote connection, bandwidth usage, and error connection can be improved. Working with the load balancer sites should also be improved. For example, with Horizon, we can use two clients with a one megabit connection, but with Citrix, we can use four or five clients with the same bandwidth through ICA protocol. VMware must improve remote connection, connection stability, and load balancing."

"There is room for improvement in support. The response time could be faster."

"The support team's technicalities and the pricing of the solution need improvement."

"The vendor must move the infrastructure into the public cloud."

"The initial setup is a little complicated."

"Expensive / ROI"

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I would rate AppSense pricing as six out of ten because it's an expensive product, and the organization won't buy if it only requires limited configuration."

"The license cost has increased significantly, so we’re helping some customers with Azure VMware desktop solutions to save on licensing."

"The license for this product is paid on a monthly basis."

"I cannot provide a detailed comment on the pricing; however, I can say that it is quite expensive."

"The price of VMware Horizon 7 is more than some other solutions."

"We pay for the solution annually at a cost of approximately 10,000 HKD."

"VMware Horizon View is an expensive product. My company needs to opt for a subscription-based pricing model when it comes to the licensing costs attached to the product."

"This solution is expensive. A lot of companies in Mexico find that the price is too high."

"At present, they provide decent pricing in terms of bundled licenses."

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10%

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10%

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Buyer's Guide

Horizon 8

August 2026

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Also Known As

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VMware Horizon, VMware Horizon View, Mware Dynamic Environment Manager

Overview

With AppSense, IT delivers a user experience that that enables knowledge workers to be more productive and effective. They gain exactly what they need to do their jobs - no more and no less.

Ivanti

Horizon 8 offers centralized management and robust security with ease of deployment and scalability. It provides virtualization and remote access to devices across platforms, ensuring improved performance and reliable remote desktop experiences.

Horizon 8 integrates instant clone technology, a security gateway, and supports USB redirection while minimizing bandwidth consumption for efficient resource utilization. Featuring a powerful administrative console, it simplifies backend control with a user-friendly interface. While effective, it can improve in areas like audio redirection, app volume configuration, and Azure integration. Enhanced connectivity, performance, and monitoring capabilities could elevate user experience alongside clearer licensing terms.

What are Horizon 8's key features?

Centralized Management: Simplifies control with a unified administrative console.
Robust Security: Ensures data protection with a comprehensive security gateway.
Scalability: Adapts to growing demand effectively.
Instant Clone Technology: Facilitates quick desktop deployment and updates.
USB Redirection: Enables seamless peripheral integration.

What benefits should users seek in Horizon 8 reviews?

Resource Efficiency: Reduces bandwidth and optimizes resource usage.
High Performance: Delivers fast and reliable remote desktop experiences.
Ease of Deployment: Streamlines setup processes.
Integration Across Platforms: Supports diverse device ecosystems smoothly.

Horizon 8 is widely implemented in industries like education, healthcare, and finance where it enhances remote work by securing virtual desktops and applications. It supports virtual desktop infrastructure enabling secure connection to internal resources, data center consolidation, and application delivery meeting specific industry needs.

Omnissa

Sample Customers

Alstom, Auto Trader, Banner Bank, Baylor Scott & White Health Central Texas, Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, British Columbia School District 67, British Energy, Catholic Church Insurance, Accountants International

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