Azure Virtual Desktop vs Shells
| Azure Virtual Desktop | Shells | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | — | $14.95/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Desktop OS | windows | — |
| GPU option | Yes | — |
| Dedicated resources | Yes | — |
| Access platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOS, Android/Chrome OS, web browser | web, ios, android |
| Session persistence | both | persistent |
Both are listed in Best Cloud PC Services, Best Desktop as a Service Software. On The Geeks Club, Shells scores higher on our published basis.