Leostream Platform vs NComputing VERDE VDI

Leostream Platform centrally manages secure remote desktop access across hybrid, multi-cloud, and on-premises environments. Its vendor-neutral architecture lets IT combine hosting platforms, client devices, display protocols, and remote operating systems, with a unified portal to monitor and control access. Listed infrastructure includes VMware vSphere, Red Hat OpenShift, Nutanix AHV, OpenStack, physical workstations, AWS EC2, Amazon WorkSpaces Core, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. Supported display protocols include RDP, VNC, Amazon DCV, and HP Anyware (PCoIP). The platform supports Windows, Linux, and macOS on client and remote desktops, and its Gateway provides secure HTML5 access. Zero-trust features include multi-factor authentication, access rules, audit-level tracking, and gateway access without a VPN. The Connection Broker offers XML-RPC and RESTful APIs. Listed uses include high-performance computing and graphics, hybrid cloud, Linux VDI, physical workstation management, and secure remote work. A free trial is available through a signup form, with no duration stated. Pricing is on request. Leostream was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

NComputing VERDE VDI is a virtual desktop infrastructure and management solution combining VDI, offline VDI, and remote branch VDI. Organizations can deploy it on-premise, in the cloud, or in a hybrid arrangement. Cloud Branch technology supports remote offices, and the maker says the system can scale from one server to as many as 10,000 clustered servers. VERDE supports Windows and Linux desktops, including Windows 10 and 11 and several Linux distributions. Users can connect through PCs, thin clients, software clients, or HTML5-enabled browsers; listed client platforms also include Windows, macOS, Linux, iPad, and Android. VERDE Remote Access is included for internet connections to office PCs without a VPN. Its Secure Browser runs Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Whale Browser in a minimal Linux container and erases session data when the browser closes. Security features include configurable USB permissions and non-persistent handling of unsanctioned desktop changes. A trial requires a request and redemption key; the FAQ describes 30 days and 10 seats. Continued connections require a per-concurrent-seat license. The product is paid, with no listed price or free plan.