Parallels Access vs TeamViewer comparison

Parallels and TeamViewer are both solutions in the Remote Access category. Parallels is ranked #17 with an average rating of 9.0, while TeamViewer is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.8. Parallels holds a 1.8% mindshare in VUS, compared to TeamViewer’s 8.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Parallels users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 93% of TeamViewer users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 19, 2026

TeamViewer Business and Parallels Access compete in the remote access solutions category. TeamViewer Business stands out for superior support and cost-effectiveness, while Parallels Access offers a richer feature set.

Features: TeamViewer Business provides secure remote access, file transfer capabilities, and scalable solutions for larger teams. Parallels Access offers a mobile-friendly design, seamless desktop application access, and optimized touch controls for enhanced productivity.

Room for Improvement: TeamViewer Business could improve by offering more intuitive mobile features, better cross-platform integration, and enhanced customization options. Parallels Access may benefit from more competitive pricing, expanded language support, and simplified interface for non-technical users.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: TeamViewer Business offers an easy installation process and multilingual support, providing an edge with its robust customer service. Parallels Access also features an intuitive setup and excels in platform integration.

Pricing and ROI: TeamViewer Business offers flexible pricing plans for both small businesses and larger enterprises, making it a cost-effective solution. Parallels Access requires a higher initial investment but delivers a strong ROI with its advanced feature set enhancing productivity.

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Microsoft Intune

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Remote Access category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 8.0%, down from 10.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Parallels Access is 1.8%, down from 2.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of TeamViewer is 8.7%, up from 8.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Remote Access Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
TeamViewer	8.7%
Microsoft Intune	8.0%
Parallels Access	1.8%
Other	81.5%

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Featured Reviews

AkashKamble

Sr MacOS specialist engineer at Cyber24

Enables management of multiple operating systems with a single license

The best feature is that it's a Microsoft product, so if anything goes wrong, we get quick support for anything required. Remote system functionality allows us to sit anywhere and take control of any device via remote management. We can enhance security for clients' laptops with built-in Microsoft Defender, which is available with the Microsoft Intune license. We use it for reporting purposes through endpoint analytics. When pushing scripting, there are two types available: remediation script and reservation script. Through endpoint analytics, you can push defender policies to clients. It helps with reporting, inventory updates, and monitoring tenant status health.

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Jason Parkinson

CEO at a non-profit with 1-10 employees

Allows users to access and operate their computers remotely

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 way on both devices, which was troublesome. However, it would sometimes randomly work. I could go on my iPad, find whatever I wanted to do, click copy, then go over to the computer through Parallels Access, click paste, and it would randomly work. I had to call Parallels many times. They would log in and try something, which would temporarily work, but then it wouldn't. When it worked, it made integration between the two things great. That was a very helpful feature that didn't get polished.

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Begaya Morris

Lead Software Engineer at BD

Reliable remote access has improved secure collaboration and streamlined daily approvals

The best features TeamViewer Business offers in my opinion are collaboration, templates, a high level of security, and session recording. Collaboration allows me to collaborate remotely with my team members. Besides reconnecting automatically, it provides a high level of security, protecting from cyber attacks and aids in providing assurance in regulated environments through two-factor authentication and end-to-end encryption features. It also allows recording live sessions, which can be replayed as needed for future reference. TeamViewer Business has positively impacted my organization as collaboration has enhanced, especially remote collaboration by 60 to 70 percent. I have been able to collaborate with clients and other team members seamlessly. Enhanced workflow efficiency includes faster approvals and a lowered risk of data loss, misuse, and leak through robust features like two-factor authentication and end-to-end encryption. It also facilitates compliance using documentation and auditing through recordings and logs.

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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

"If they have Office 365 or Azure, Intune is by far the best choice."

"The most valuable feature is the policy CSPs."

"What I appreciate the most about Microsoft Intune is that it's quick and easy to use from an authenticator perspective. There is simplicity in securing our platform. Microsoft Intune benefits my company because of its simplicity of use and cross-functional integration."

"It is a comprehensive security solution that not only controls access to enterprise resources but also tracks and prevents unauthorized access, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and preventing potential data loss scenarios."

"The one feature we find most useful is the Mobile Application Manager; we don't give our users phones, it is their own personal phone, and we need to allow them to have access to the company data on their phone while creating a balance between their own personal data and the company data so that we won't be able to interfere with their own personal data."

"It is easy to use and easy to roll out with low impact on users; it is stable and scalable as well, and the central administration con dashboard is very easy to use and provides very good oversight on all that needs to be monitored."

"The solution is easy to use, simple to understand for those new to using it, and combined with the other Microsoft products it makes for an overall good package."

"The mobile application management, MAM, is the most useful aspect of the solution."

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"We don't have problems with stability. Everything is good."

"It's great that the total deployment can happen completely remotely."

"Parallels Access has flexible licensing policies, which is beneficial for customers who have intermittent usage or users who are on and off the system."

"The application used to publish for mobile devices is very good and the desktop publishing is very, very good."

"What seems to be the most valuable from the customer side is the ease of operation, and the overall experience they have."

"We don't have problems with stability. Everything is good."

"It's got a very easy-to-use interface."

"Parallels Access gives me full access and control of the computer, and I can do anything I want remotely."

"The solution is a very good tool for monitoring and for remote access, and anyone is able to use it because it is simple to use."

"It saves trips to customer sites, which saves time. I am able to get in there remotely and fix things."

"It is very beneficial if you are unable to access a device physically."

"TeamViewer Business does a lot in the enterprise part and has many features that can be used in big organizations, and it is able to assist on the network side, monitoring, security side, and remote side, making it a good platform and solution to use."

"The most valuable feature of TeamViewer is its ease of use."

"TeamViewer is useful for accessing data and systems remotely. Using this application, I can access other computers using an ID number that I provide to the users whose laptop I would like to access."

"The implementation is quite straightforward."

"TeamViewer has positively impacted my organization because it has helped us in saving a lot of time, as the process of conveying instructions is much simpler now, and we are able to provide better online training to our new staff."

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Cons

"Data leak prevention can be integrated into it. Currently, it does not have data leak prevention."

"It would be beneficial to have a more straightforward understanding of Intune's capabilities, presented in a simplified manner."

"The solution requires Mac support."

"There have been instances where enrolling devices should take 10 minutes but ends up taking an hour due to various issues."

"Microsoft Intune lacks the ability to provide seamless remote assistance or remote control."

"Certificate management within Microsoft Intune's Suite is still under development. It's not very reliable compared to other certificate tools, though it has made good progress within a couple of years."

"There should be more focus on mobile device security and integration."

"In an upcoming release, I would like to see some kind of analytics report."

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"The scalability is great for small or medium-sized businesses. However, it may not scale well for enterprise-level entities."

"They could improve the reporting."

"There is room for improvement in the pricing policy. The price point is pretty aggressive."

"They could improve the reporting."

"The solution may not scale well for enterprises."

"One challenge we do notice is that the application is limited to Windows servers only."

"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."

"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."

"TeamViewer could improve by having support for other operating systems, such as Linux."

"I had an issue recently where my mouse clicks weren’t being registered."

"The solution could improve by increasing or removing the time limitation on the use of a session."

"It should have ability to display notes in the computer list."

"The business interface is clunky and not well-documented."

"It would be very helpful if they could provide a manual for the installation process and describe more of their features."

"Every now and then you'll get a silent crash and you relaunch the application. But it happens no more than with anything else in the Windows environment."

"The product's expensive nature is an area of concern where improvements are required."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"There is a cost benefit of using Microsoft Intune because of the packaging with other Microsoft products."

"The licensing costs we leave up to the customer and these vary from one to another."

"Intune is inexpensive. It also comes bundled in some Office 365 licenses, so you can choose to purchase it separately or as a package."

"It is not expensive."

"It is reasonable. When you have Microsoft 365 E3 or E5 license, it is already licensed in that license. So, you could say it is free."

"I recently got to know that the AD P1 license is compulsory to use Intune Autopilot, which was surprising for me. Earlier, this was not the case. It is the wrong thing to do. We now need to purchase AD P1 licenses for us and for our customers. I would rate it a seven out of ten for pricing."

"The product is relatively pricey, but considering its benefits, I'd say it's fair. The benefits outweigh the expensive licensing fees, especially for large organizations, but medium-sized and smaller businesses may be unable to afford it."

"We are partners, so we receive some discount. However, from the customer's perspective, Microsoft Intune's pricing is competitive with non-Microsoft technology, and the price is good compared to other market competitors."

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"The licensing costs are about $100 per user."

"I am using the free version of TeamViewer. There is a subscription fee to use the premium features."

"The cost of the licenses depends on how you buy them. They just had a buy one get one free deal going, and they do that every once in a while. Where you buy one license, and they will give you the second one free, or you can try to get discounts. Most of our licenses that we have we tried to do something like that just to save some money."

"The solution has a pilot feature that is expensive. The overall price of the solution can be cheaper."

"There is no license needed to use TeamViewer."

"We're using the free version. We do not pay any licensing fees."

"We are using the standard free version of TeamViewer."

"It has probably saved us several thousands of dollars because we have quick access anywhere. We don't have to worry about finding people onsite or arranging conference calls. We also save time and money with it because we don't have to send somebody onsite to troubleshoot."

"I rate pricing a ten on a scale from one to ten, where one is low and ten is high. There are no additional costs attached to the licensing of the solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Government

University

11%

Healthcare Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Transportation Company

Manufacturing Company

12%

Computer Software Company

Construction Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	127
Midsize Enterprise	55
Large Enterprise	168

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	42
Midsize Enterprise	36
Large Enterprise	36

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What do you like most about Parallels Access?

Parallels Access gives me full access and control of the computer, and I can do anything I want remotely.

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What needs improvement with Parallels Access?

When you want to transfer a file from your iPad or remote device to the computer, the copy-and-paste feature doesn't ...

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What is your primary use case for Parallels Access?

Parallels Access is an amazing product and a total game changer. The solution allows me to access and operate my comp...

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Should I choose Teamviewer Tensor over the regular Teamviewer?

The number one advantage of TeamViewer for me is its ease of use, specifically as it relates to the client side. By f...

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What do you like most about TeamViewer?

It is easy to use and has a pretty good UI.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for TeamViewer?

The pricing, setup cost, and licensing for TeamViewer Business are relatively very competitive and cost-effective.

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

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Overview

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service designed for device management, security, and compliance. It supports automation and facilitates endpoint management for Windows, iOS, and Android devices, ensuring data protection and efficient policy enforcement.

Microsoft Intune offers seamless integration with tools like Windows Autopilot to automate device setup and deployment. Integrated with Azure Active Directory, it enhances policy management while providing robust reporting and analytics tools for compliance tracking. Despite its intuitive interface aimed at simplifying navigation and device security management, there are challenges such as compatibility issues with Linux and Mac, limited policy support for Android, and demands for better third-party integration. It's widely used for both corporate-owned devices and BYOD scenarios in dynamic IT environments.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?

Windows Autopilot: Automates device setup for rapid deployment.
Azure Active Directory Integration: Enhances user policy management.
Reporting and Analytics: Improves compliance visibility.
Mobile Application Management: Ensures app security without compromising personal data.
Cloud-Based Management: Allows management from any location.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Time Efficiency: Automation reduces time in policy enforcement and configuration updates.
Enhanced Security: Ensures data protection across corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
Improved Compliance: Advanced reporting tools enhance compliance visibility.
Flexible Management: Cloud-based nature supports management from any location.

In industries such as finance and healthcare, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Manufacturing sectors utilize Intune for managing a distributed workforce across global locations, while educational institutions employ it to secure and manage devices in learning environments supporting both students and faculty.

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Parallels Access enables high-performance remote connectivity, letting users access their applications and files from any location.

Parallels Access offers a seamless remote access experience with its ease of operation and reliable connectivity. It supports application publishing and device control through a user-friendly interface, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes and individual users with specific needs. However, improvements are needed in reporting, server compatibility, and file transfer features, particularly for Mac and Unix users. Interaction with technical support can help but often provides temporary solutions.

What are the key features of Parallels Access?

Remote Deployment: Quick and easy to set up for remote access.
Application Publishing: Facilitates smooth application access from remote locations.
User Control: Offers comprehensive control over device access.
Scalability: Adapts from small to large-scale business needs.
Security: Provides a secure environment for data handling.

What benefits do users find in Parallels Access?

Ease of Use: Simple setup and maintenance save time.
Flexibility: Supports varied deployments efficiently.
Accessibility: Enhances device control, especially via mobile devices.
Collaboration: Easy to integrate into centralized management systems.

Parallels Access is widely used across industries such as CAD, ERP, and academia, allowing centralized management and virtual desktop infrastructure implementation. It supports system integrators and channel partners in improving customer service. Educational institutes find it valuable for CAD applications, whereas users operating devices via iPads find it especially transformative.

Parallels

TeamViewer offers a license type mainly for small teams, focusing on remote connectivity solutions. It includes TeamViewer Remote and TeamViewer Tensor, catering to both small businesses and large enterprises with specialized needs.

TeamViewer Business isn't standalone but a primary license for small teams. Its remote connectivity suite includes TeamViewer Remote and TeamViewer Tensor, the latter offering enhanced features for enterprises. It enables secure, high-speed remote access, collaboration, and troubleshooting. Major users suggest aligning product descriptions and improvement in interfaces and user experiences.

What are the key features of TeamViewer?

High-speed and secure remote access: Fast connections with strong security measures.
Robust collaboration tools: Enhances team productivity remotely.
Screen sharing: Easy display sharing for presentations and meetings.
Session recording: Documentation and review of remote sessions.
Easy integration: Seamless compatibility with other platforms and tools.

What benefits do users highlight?

Improved workflow: Streamlines processes and reduces downtime.
Efficient troubleshooting: Quick resolutions to technical issues.
Compliance assurance: Meets necessary security standards and regulations.
Time and resource savings: Minimizes the need for physical presence and travel.

Organizations use TeamViewer for remote desktop connectivity to manage and solve IT issues. It allows technical support, collaboration, and training with real-time assistance and secure access. By enabling remote support for employees and customers, it ensures efficient issue resolution across industries, such as healthcare, finance, and education.

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Sample Customers

Mitchells and Buzzers, Callaway

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Porsche Informatik, Philips, DHL, Intel, Motorola, Microsoft, IBM, Siemens, Fujitsu, American Red Cross

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