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We performed a comparison between OpenText Exceed TurboX and Parallels Access based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Remote Access solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed OpenText Exceed TurboX vs. Parallels Access Report (Updated: May 2024).
771,157 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"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 solution is perfect for Linux users."

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"Parallels Access has flexible licensing policies, which is beneficial for customers who have intermittent usage or users who are on and off the system.""Parallels Access gives me full access and control of the computer, and I can do anything I want remotely.""It's got a very easy-to-use interface.""We don't have problems with stability. Everything is good.""It's great that the total deployment can happen completely remotely."

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

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"They could improve the reporting.""When you want to transfer a file from your iPad or remote device to the computer, the copy-and-paste feature doesn't always work.""There is room for improvement in the pricing policy. The price point is pretty aggressive.""The solution may not scale well for enterprises.""One challenge we do notice is that the application is limited to Windows servers only. If a customer has a Linux server, things get complicated. They should open it up a bit to be more compatible with different types of servers."

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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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  • "The licensing costs are about $100 per user."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer: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… more »
    Top Answer:An area for improvement in OpenText Exceed TurboX (ETX) is the installation process because you need some technical knowledge to install it. Implementing the solution requires knowledge and… more »
    Top Answer:OpenText Exceed TurboX (ETX) is a VDI product that lets you remotely access applications that run on either Windows or Linux.
    Top Answer:Parallels Access gives me full access and control of the computer, and I can do anything I want remotely.
    Top Answer:It's around $125 per user per year. It is a one-time charge for installation and implementation, which is a small cost we charge to our customers. However, it's not from our solution side. Basically… more »
    Top Answer:When you want to transfer a file from your iPad or remote device to the computer, the copy-and-paste feature doesn't always work. I'd have to turn on the Bluetooth a lot of times and transfer it that… more »
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    11th
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    9.0
    12th
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    Average Words per Review
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    Rating
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    Also Known As
    OpenText Exceed TurboX
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    Overview

    OpenText™ 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.


    Parallels Access is a fast, simple, and reliable remote access software that allows you to connect to your computer from anywhere. Parallels Access can access all your applications, files, and computers.
    Sample Customers
    Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), SMS group, Philips Healthcare, TDK-Micronas
    Gilt Groupe K.K.
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Manufacturing Company31%
    Computer Software Company12%
    Marketing Services Firm6%
    Energy/Utilities Company5%
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    Computer Software Company14%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Educational Organization9%
    University9%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business17%
    Midsize Enterprise9%
    Large Enterprise75%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise51%
    Buyer's Guide
    OpenText Exceed TurboX vs. Parallels Access
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about OpenText Exceed TurboX vs. Parallels Access and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    OpenText Exceed TurboX is ranked 11th in Remote Access with 2 reviews while Parallels Access is ranked 12th in Remote Access with 5 reviews. OpenText Exceed TurboX is rated 8.6, while Parallels Access is rated 8.8. The top reviewer of OpenText Exceed TurboX writes "Fast and has a friendly UI; allows you to consume heavy applications". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Parallels Access writes "Allows users to access and operate their computers remotely". OpenText Exceed TurboX is most compared with VNC Connect, Citrix Workspace, Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, VMware Horizon and Citrix DaaS (formerly Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops service), whereas Parallels Access is most compared with Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, TeamViewer, Splashtop Remote Support, VNC Connect and LogMeIn Pro. See our OpenText Exceed TurboX vs. Parallels Access report.

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