VMware Horizon Cloud on Azure delivers a managed DaaS/VDI solution with integrated security, scaling, and Windows 10/11 desktops. Below are 20 comparable platforms you can consider for virtual desktop infrastructure or desktop‑as‑a‑service on Azure or other clouds.
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Fully managed Desktop‑as‑a‑Service (DaaS) on AWS, offering Windows and Linux desktops with pay‑as‑you‑go pricing and integration with Active Directory.
Industry‑leading VDI solution providing high‑performance Windows, Linux, and web apps on any device, with granular policy control and multi‑cloud support.
Native Azure service (formerly Windows Virtual Desktop) delivering multi‑session Windows 10/11, Office 365 integration, and simplified management for remote workforces.
Browser‑based DaaS platform that runs Windows, Linux, and web apps from any cloud, with instant provisioning and zero‑client access.
All‑in‑one VDI and application delivery solution supporting Windows, Linux, and macOS, with built‑in load balancing and multi‑cloud deployment.
Google Cloud‑hosted Windows and Linux desktops that integrate with Google Workspace, offering scalable GPU options for graphics‑intensive workloads.
Secure, cloud‑native VDI service delivering Windows 10/11 desktops with IBM security controls and integration with IBM Cloud Pak.
Oracle‑based VDI offering Windows and Linux desktops with high‑performance compute, integrated identity management, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure networking.
Dell’s as‑a‑service VDI platform delivering fully managed Windows desktops on Dell’s hybrid cloud infrastructure.
Open‑source KVM‑based virtualization platform that can be used to build private VDI solutions with integrated management and security.
Traditional on‑premises VDI suite offering Horizon Client, Blast Extreme protocol, and integration with vSphere for private cloud deployments.
VMware‑managed SDDC on AWS that lets you run Horizon VDI workloads in a hybrid cloud model with seamless vSphere compatibility.
Hyper‑converged infrastructure with built‑in VDI capabilities, delivering low‑latency Windows desktops for edge and remote sites.
Open-source cloud platform that can be extended with VDI solutions (e.g., Mirantis Cloud Platform) for private or hybrid VDI deployments.
Lightweight remote‑desktop service that can be leveraged for simple DaaS scenarios, offering high‑performance screen sharing and low latency.
Enterprise‑grade remote‑access and VDI platform with centralized management, multi‑session support, and compliance‑ready security.
Cost‑effective remote‑desktop solution for small‑to‑medium businesses, providing secure access to Windows and macOS machines from any device.
Low‑latency streaming technology originally for gaming, now used for high‑performance VDI workloads such as CAD and 3D design.
Cisco’s hyper‑converged infrastructure paired with Cisco VDI solutions, delivering scalable Windows desktops with integrated networking and security.
Container‑based VDI platform that streams Linux, Windows, and web apps from Docker containers, offering strong isolation and rapid scaling.