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We performed a comparison between ConnectWise ScreenConnect 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 ConnectWise ScreenConnect vs. Parallels Access Report (Updated: May 2024).
770,428 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"It's very easy to use. Provides connections that are always on. It was nice to be able to see a list of end-points and see whether or not they were connected so I could troubleshoot any network issues I had.""The unattended access functionality is a valuable feature, because I can go in at any time that I want, deploy fixes, or do maintenance.""Due to the fact that we can help our clients virtually, the solution has allowed us to reduce our travel costs by about 90%.""Valuable features include the responsiveness, ability to tune up and tune down the connection, and video.""Better than TeamViewer and useful for fixing problems remotely.""It's very easy to use, very easy to understand. It gives us remote access to the PC without any issues.""ConnectWise Connect is very convenient as we can remote to a PC even when it is not within our LAN.""Session groups and triggers are the most valuable features, because they make a greater degree of organization possible. Greater degree of organization is valuable to my organization, because we have many sessions to handle."

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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.""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.""It's great that the total deployment can happen completely remotely.""We don't have problems with stability. Everything is good."

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Cons
"The solution is a little bit complicated when you want to implement it.""There could be improvement to the remote command line tools.""There is one back-end issue that I am running into at some of locations where I login to provide support, and sometimes port 443 is blocked. That is what it uses to connect. So, I am having to do workarounds to get a session started.""They could provide a toolbox for the plan I'm on.""If it had Chrome capability, that would be great; being able to use it on a Chrome device. Right now, I can't use it on my Chrome device.""I was not thrilled with their support. I do not have a lot of time to deal with the attention which is needed to fix issues.""I would like ConnectWise Control to be more transparent on the real costs to renew their license.""There needs to be a way to run the agent without installing, like GoToAssist."

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

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Good price and works well."
  • "Their licensing model is good, their pricing model is good, their service is good; bandwidth is excellent. They're consistent."
  • "I think the product's pricing is a good value. I paid $600 a year and that was fine for me. It was about $50 a month. Licensing is all very straightforward."
  • "It is priced well and it is still a great value. Although I have been reading a lot about Splashtop. They are getting pretty competitive on their pricing, including a fairly easy to use remote support for mobile applications, like iOS and Android."
  • "Pricing is fair for Control and the licensing is simple."
  • "The cloud version is relatively inexpensive, but the on-premise version is expensive if you do not need three technicians, only one or two for concurrent sessions."
  • "It is priced fairly."
  • "Make sure you have enough licensing for all the techs that you have."
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  • "The licensing costs are about $100 per user."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:I download the product for free with ConnectWise RMM's license.
    Top Answer:All the features provided by the product in terms of screen connectors have been good. There can be some complexities when running patches or when building up all the profiles, making them areas where… more »
    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 »
    Ranking
    9th
    out of 59 in Remote Access
    Views
    1,849
    Comparisons
    1,254
    Reviews
    5
    Average Words per Review
    504
    Rating
    9.6
    12th
    out of 59 in Remote Access
    Views
    2,325
    Comparisons
    2,012
    Reviews
    3
    Average Words per Review
    434
    Rating
    8.7
    Comparisons
    Also Known As
    ConnectWise Control, ScreenConnect
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    Overview

    With ConnectWise ScreenConnect, you can seamlessly connect to desktops, mobile devices, and more, ensuring that customer downtime is a thing of the past. With world-class security features, including AES-256 encryption and two-factor authentication, ConnectWise ScreenConnect is ready to safeguard your interactions right out of the box. What sets ConnectWise ScreenConnect apart is the power of customization – white-label your software with hundreds of appearance options to showcase your unique brand in every support interaction. In the ScreenConnect Support Premium edition, experience ConnectWise View, enabling live stream sessions for real-time hardware troubleshooting via the user's mobile device camera. Plus, with our robust configurability and granular permissions, you can tailor the experience to your exact needs, equipping your team with the precise access they require.

    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
    Jon Rosen Systems
    Gilt Groupe K.K.
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Hospitality Company11%
    Healthcare Company11%
    Media Company11%
    Wellness & Fitness Company11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Healthcare Company8%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company14%
    Educational Organization10%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    University9%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business54%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise25%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business31%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise51%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise52%
    Buyer's Guide
    ConnectWise ScreenConnect vs. Parallels Access
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about ConnectWise ScreenConnect vs. Parallels Access and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
    770,428 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    ConnectWise ScreenConnect is ranked 9th in Remote Access with 37 reviews while Parallels Access is ranked 12th in Remote Access with 5 reviews. ConnectWise ScreenConnect is rated 8.4, while Parallels Access is rated 8.8. The top reviewer of ConnectWise ScreenConnect writes "Multifeatured remote access software which offers security, stability, and easy scalability". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Parallels Access writes "Allows users to access and operate their computers remotely". ConnectWise ScreenConnect is most compared with Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, Check Point Remote Access VPN, TeamViewer, LogMeIn Pro and BeyondTrust Remote Support, whereas Parallels Access is most compared with Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, TeamViewer, Splashtop Remote Support, VNC Connect and LogMeIn Pro. See our ConnectWise ScreenConnect vs. Parallels Access report.

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