Amazon WorkSpaces vs Cloudalize Cloud Workstation
Amazon WorkSpaces
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| Figure | Amazon WorkSpaces | Cloudalize Cloud Workstation |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3.25/mo | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 8 | 2 |
| Spec score · Cloud PC Services | 9.4 (#1) | 7.6 (#17) |
| Spec score · Desktop as a Service Software | 9.5 (#1) | 7.6 (#10) |
| Spec score · Desktop as a Service (DaaS) Providers | 9.4 (#1) | 7.5 (#11) |
| Spec score · Desk As A Service Software | 9.4 (#1) | 7.5 (#8) |
| Security | WorkSpaces requires TLS 1.2 and recommends TLS 1.3, with cipher suites that support perfect forward secrecy. | Cloudalize states that its data centers in London and New Jersey are ISO 27001 certified and describes 24/7 on-site security and restricted server-room access. |
Plans
Amazon WorkSpaces
- WorkSpaces free tierFree
- Standby WorkSpace$3.25 a month
- WorkSpaces applications — Windows single-session user fee$4.19 a month
- WorkSpaces secure browser — standard.regular (US East/Northern Virginia)$7 a month
- Ubuntu Power hourly$7.25 a month
- WorkSpaces Personal AutoStop — Ubuntu Linux Power example (US West/Oregon)$7.25 a month
- Windows Value monthly$25 a month
- WorkSpaces Personal AlwaysOn — Windows Standard example (US West/Oregon)$44 a month
Cloudalize Cloud Workstation
- Hourly subscriptionPrice not published
- Unlimited subscriptionPrice not published
In their own words
Amazon WorkSpaces
Amazon WorkSpaces delivers managed cloud desktops and applications for remote and hybrid users. WorkSpaces Personal provides a persistent virtual desktop that retains installed applications, files, and settings between sign-ins. Customers can choose AlwaysOn monthly subscriptions or AutoStop hourly metering with a monthly base fee. The listed Free Tier runs for up to three months: it includes either two Standard AutoStop desktops with 40 combined monthly hours or five Performance AutoStop Ubuntu desktops with 100 combined monthly hours. WorkSpaces applications supports image building and streaming on general-purpose, compute-optimized, memory-optimized, and GPU instance families. WorkSpaces DaaS includes persistent SSD-based storage and automatic backups; Amazon S3 or Amazon FSx can retain selected settings and files between sessions. Clients are listed for Windows, macOS, Linux, iPad, Android, Chromebook, and supported browsers. WorkSpaces Pools stopped accepting new customers on July 31, 2026, while existing customers can use it until December 31, 2027. Support for PCoIP-based WorkSpaces Personal ends October 31, 2027. The pricing note starts at $25/mo, and plan examples include additional hourly or instance charges.
Cloudalize Cloud Workstation
Cloudalize Cloud Workstation is a managed Desktop-as-a-Service that delivers a GPU-accelerated computer over the internet. Cloudalize presents it for 3D modeling, CAD, video editing, remote work, and distance learning. Workstations use Windows Server 2016-based desktops where Windows applications can be installed, subject to the maker’s stated exception for fraudulent activity. Access is through a browser or Citrix Receiver; Citrix supports local devices and up to four screens at up to 4K resolution. Browser access is described for iPads, MacBooks, Android devices, and Windows devices. Shared workspaces can include people outside an organization, although real-time collaboration depends on the application. M600–M608 configurations list 2–10 CPUs, 4–64 GB RAM, and 50–400 GB storage. Customers prepay credits, each worth €1 or $1. Hourly billing charges every started hour as a full hour; unlimited plans provide 24/7 use.