We compared Parallels Desktop and VMware Fusion based on our user's reviews in several parameters.
Parallels Desktop excels in seamless Mac and Windows integration, running multiple OS effortlessly, exceptional performance, straightforward setup, and reliable virtualization. On the other hand, VMware Fusion is praised for seamless integration, powerful virtual machine performance, and extensive OS support. Parallels Desktop users appreciate its affordability, flexible licensing, and excellent customer service. VMware Fusion users value its exceptional customer support, positive ROI, and efficient performance. However, both products could benefit from improvements in performance, compatibility, user interface, and customer support according to user feedback.
Features: The valuable features of Parallels Desktop include seamless integration between Mac and Windows applications, the ability to run multiple operating systems, exceptional performance, easy setup process, and reliable virtualization capabilities. On the other hand, VMware Fusion is praised for its powerful virtual machine performance and extensive support for different operating systems.
Pricing and ROI: The setup cost for Parallels Desktop is praised for being affordable, straightforward, and without any additional costs. On the other hand, VMware Fusion's setup cost may require technical expertise. Both products offer flexible licensing options to meet different needs., Parallels Desktop has been praised for its efficiency in running Windows applications on a Mac, improving productivity and workflow. It is also cost-effective and reliable. On the other hand, VMware Fusion is valued for its ability to seamlessly run multiple operating systems, offering a user-friendly interface and delivering cost and time savings.
Room for Improvement: Parallels Desktop users want improved performance, user-friendly interface, better compatibility, customization options, and better customer support. VMware Fusion users desire better performance, compatibility, user interface, support, and frequent bug fixes and software updates.
Deployment and customer support: The reviews comparing Parallels Desktop and VMware Fusion regarding the duration required for establishing a new tech solution highlight some differences. While both products had users reporting three months for deployment and an additional week for setup, some users found that deployment and setup took only a week. This suggests that the terms "deployment" and "setup" may refer to the same period, emphasizing the importance of understanding the context in which these terms are used., Customers have reported highly satisfactory customer service experiences with both Parallels Desktop and VMware Fusion. Parallels Desktop offers prompt and helpful assistance, while VMware Fusion excels with their in-depth knowledge and professionalism.
The summary above is based on 6 interviews we conducted recently with Parallels Desktop and VMware Fusion users. To access the review's full transcripts, download our report.
To learn more, read our detailed
Parallels Desktop vs. VMware Fusion Pro Report (Updated: July 2024).
