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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Horizon 8

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89% willing to recommend

AppSense [EOL]

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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)

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Gaurav Chandola

Senior Associate Specialist at a financial services firm 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's most valuable feature is low bandwidth consumption. It helps to improve user experience."

"One of the most interesting features in the enterprise version is the ability to do some support. There is a feature for remote control and debugging, which is something we didn't have before having Horizon 7 and the enterprise version."

"We had to deal with re-imaging hard drives and managing PCs, so having images and desktops to deploy wherever people are without the hardware was really helpful."

"The ability to log in from anywhere is huge."

"The app virtualizing is a great feature."

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

"VMware Horizon View is easy to configure and deploy."

"This solution is stable and reliable."

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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."

"The solution is quite expensive. They should work to lower the costs if possible."

"Deployment is not very easy, because there are many implications with the underlying infrastructure (which must be used only as a VDI infrastructure) and Active Directory GPO, which cannot be directly handled by View Administrator."

"There should be a function where one can connect and work; whenever not required, one can deprovision it."

"I would highlight the challenges related to integrating with Microsoft Azure services. Specifically, there are issues with MDM-managed devices and the necessity for MDM-managed compliant devices. In the non-persistent horizon model, there's a delay before each new desktop becomes compliant. Users can access these desktops before fully onboard into the MDM solution."

"There is room for improvement in the integration with other parts of the suite. For example, you currently need separate windows to manage app volumes and the dynamic environment manager (DEM)."

"Horizon 7's performance could be improved."

"The storage expansion in the product is a bit difficult to manage, especially when I have to modify a storage requirement of a particular area since it comes across as a complex job."

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

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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."

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

"We have a three-year contract, for which we pay about ten euros per user per month."

"I don't know about the price. I know there are different tiers with the license, but I'm not sure exactly what it costs anymore."

"The solution's pricing depends on certain factors. It would be best if you know which components you are looking for, as you may have other hardware costs. It is recommended if users want to use the VMware HPE as the hypervisor."

"VMware Horizon can be considered to be slightly expensive"

"It is an expensive product. We purchase its yearly license."

"Customers pay a licensing fee."

"We are happy with the price."

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Construction Company

10%

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Midsize Enterprise	23
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How does VMware Workspace One compare with VMware Horizon 7?

VMware Workspace One has a powerful set of helpful features. The solution offers very good documentation, the initial setup is easy, and the product is very stable and reliable. I think the fact th...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware Horizon 7?

We paid a lot of money for software that is not really fully operational out of the box. We had to have patches from VMware to get it into production. Hence, we lost a lot of time implementing the ...

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What needs improvement with VMware Horizon 7?

The solution should provide easy configuration.

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Buyer's Guide

Horizon 8

June 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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