Too Expensive
If Virtualbox and UTM are free, why isn't Parallels? Yeah I know their is a free trial, but it's too short
Description
Parallels Desktop enables you to run Windows and other OSs on Mac seamlessly.
With Parallels Desktop, you get the advantages of macOS, Windows, and Linux on the same physical machine.
As the first Microsoft-authorized partner to run Windows on a Mac with Apple silicon, Parallels Desktop for Mac offers the ideal solution for running Windows 11 on your Apple silicon Mac.
Our App Store Edition runs in a sandbox. There are differences between our Parallels Desktop App Store and Standard and Pro editions. Learn more about the differences: https://kb.parallels.com/123796.
Try our Parallels Desktop App Store Edition for free with a 14-day trial. Scroll to in-app purchases for pricing.
Trusted by over 7+ million Mac users worldwide.
Named #1 best application for running Windows by About.com Reader's Choice.
PCMag: "The best and fastest emulation software for running Windows, Linux, and even older versions of macOS on Intel-based Macs."
Macworld: "The best option for Mac users who need to run Windows software on their Mac."
KEY FEATURES
—Play hundreds of popular Windows games like Assassin's Creed, Age of Empires, Minecraft, Fall Guys, Rocket League, and Half-Life 2. (limitations apply)
—Run Windows 11 on Arm Pro and Enterprise via Apple Silicon on your Mac.
— Access Windows apps like Microsoft Office 365, Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, AutoCAD Map 3D, QuickBooks, ArcGIS Pro, Power BI, and more.
—Support for Intel-based and ARM-based Macs and the latest macOS and Windows versions.
— Adjust resources allocated to the VM like CPU, GPU, and RAM for optimized performance.
— On a Mac with an Intel processor, you can run most versions of Windows, Linux, and macOS.
— On a Mac with Apple silicon, you can run Arm versions of Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, Fedora Workstation, Debian GNU/Linux, Kali Linux, and more.
With Parallels Desktop, you can experience Windows as if it were designed for Mac. Download today and start running Linux and Windows apps on your Mac!
SUPPORTED OPERATING SYSTEMS
— On a Mac with an Intel processor, you can run most Windows, Linux, and macOS versions
— On a Mac with an Apple silicon chip, the following operating systems (ARM-based only) are supported for running in a virtual machine.
Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise editions (recommended)
Ubuntu Linux 23.04, 22.04, 21.10, 21.04, 20.10, 20.04
Fedora Workstation 38, 37, 36, 35, 34, 33-1.2
Debian GNU/Linux 12, 11, 10
Kali Linux 2023.1, 2022.2, 2022.1, 2021.3
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9
macOS Sonoma 14
macOS Ventura 13
macOS Monterey 12
See the complete list of supported operating systems and system requirements at https://kb.parallels.com/123800.
SUPPORT
Get 24/7 phone, chat, and email support if you purchase a Parallels Desktop App Store Edition subscription.
Upgrade to Parallels Desktop Standard Edition or Pro Edition and unlock more advanced features.
Learn more about the advanced features available in those versions at https://kb.parallels.com/en/123796.
ABOUT PARALLELS DESKTOP
Parallels Desktop is a powerful virtual desktop Mac application that enables users to run Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems and applications on their Mac with Intel or Apple silicon chips.
Parallels Desktop makes this possible through desktop virtualization, utilizing software technology to create a virtual machine (VM).
This VM functions as a virtual PC within your Mac, allowing you to install and operate operating systems just as they would on a physical computer.
If you enjoy using Parallels Desktop or have an idea you'd like to share with us, please leave a review.
DISCLAIMER
It is not recommended that existing Parallels Desktop on the Standard or Pro version users move to Parallels Desktop App Store Edition. Learn more: https://kb.parallels.com/en/123796.
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With Parallels Desktop, you get the advantages of macOS, Windows, and Linux on the same physical machine.
As the first Microsoft-authorized partner to run Windows on a Mac with Apple silicon, Parallels Desktop for Mac offers the ideal solution for running Windows 11 on your Apple silicon Mac.
Our App Store Edition runs in a sandbox. There are differences between our Parallels Desktop App Store and Standard and Pro editions. Learn more about the differences: https://kb.parallels.com/123796.
Try our Parallels Desktop App Store Edition for free with a 14-day trial. Scroll to in-app purchases for pricing.
Trusted by over 7+ million Mac users worldwide.
Named #1 best application for running Windows by About.com Reader's Choice.
PCMag: "The best and fastest emulation software for running Windows, Linux, and even older versions of macOS on Intel-based Macs."
Macworld: "The best option for Mac users who need to run Windows software on their Mac."
KEY FEATURES
—Play hundreds of popular Windows games like Assassin's Creed, Age of Empires, Minecraft, Fall Guys, Rocket League, and Half-Life 2. (limitations apply)
—Run Windows 11 on Arm Pro and Enterprise via Apple Silicon on your Mac.
— Access Windows apps like Microsoft Office 365, Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, AutoCAD Map 3D, QuickBooks, ArcGIS Pro, Power BI, and more.
—Support for Intel-based and ARM-based Macs and the latest macOS and Windows versions.
— Adjust resources allocated to the VM like CPU, GPU, and RAM for optimized performance.
— On a Mac with an Intel processor, you can run most versions of Windows, Linux, and macOS.
— On a Mac with Apple silicon, you can run Arm versions of Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, Fedora Workstation, Debian GNU/Linux, Kali Linux, and more.
With Parallels Desktop, you can experience Windows as if it were designed for Mac. Download today and start running Linux and Windows apps on your Mac!
SUPPORTED OPERATING SYSTEMS
— On a Mac with an Intel processor, you can run most Windows, Linux, and macOS versions
— On a Mac with an Apple silicon chip, the following operating systems (ARM-based only) are supported for running in a virtual machine.
Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise editions (recommended)
Ubuntu Linux 23.04, 22.04, 21.10, 21.04, 20.10, 20.04
Fedora Workstation 38, 37, 36, 35, 34, 33-1.2
Debian GNU/Linux 12, 11, 10
Kali Linux 2023.1, 2022.2, 2022.1, 2021.3
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9
macOS Sonoma 14
macOS Ventura 13
macOS Monterey 12
See the complete list of supported operating systems and system requirements at https://kb.parallels.com/123800.
SUPPORT
Get 24/7 phone, chat, and email support if you purchase a Parallels Desktop App Store Edition subscription.
Upgrade to Parallels Desktop Standard Edition or Pro Edition and unlock more advanced features.
Learn more about the advanced features available in those versions at https://kb.parallels.com/en/123796.
ABOUT PARALLELS DESKTOP
Parallels Desktop is a powerful virtual desktop Mac application that enables users to run Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems and applications on their Mac with Intel or Apple silicon chips.
Parallels Desktop makes this possible through desktop virtualization, utilizing software technology to create a virtual machine (VM).
This VM functions as a virtual PC within your Mac, allowing you to install and operate operating systems just as they would on a physical computer.
If you enjoy using Parallels Desktop or have an idea you'd like to share with us, please leave a review.
DISCLAIMER
It is not recommended that existing Parallels Desktop on the Standard or Pro version users move to Parallels Desktop App Store Edition. Learn more: https://kb.parallels.com/en/123796.
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Yes, Parallels Desktop is free to download, however it contains in-app purchases or subscription offerings.
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Parallels Desktop Reviews
did not work
does not work on macbook 6.1 would not open or load said files
Amazing
Works well and fast on macbook air m1. Wish it had directx12 support/emulation. Price might feel steep, but I normally upgrade laptop every 2-3 years. Im technically gettings windows on better hardward for cheaper. Its safer being on a mac and much easier to use in conjunction with my macos.
Not as easy as I'd hoped...
Running an M2 Mac Mini and was missing my Dragon dictation software. Decided I'd give this route a shot and so far it's just a non-starter. I can't get my bluetooth headset to connect (Windows doesn't recognize any bluetooth capabillties) and even my USB microphone and webcam just show up as USB devices vs. a microphone or camera (so, I can't select them as default mic from within Dragon). I can't fathom how complicated it must be to create something like Parallels... I was so impressed at how easy things were to start and within minutes I had a window running Windows 11 pro. So, that bit is super cool. It just seems to be quite hamstringed and unusable for what I'd hoped to use it for.
crap
this is the worst crap I ever worked with
Helps to connect to college networks
Sometimes some courses in my class require business PC software that require Windows. This makes the process a lot easier to use on the mac.
Worth the money
I tried virtualbox and utm. Virtualbox gave me issues with shared folders and froze regularly. Utm couldn't run a visual studio code python plugin for some reason. Both had problems that were just beyond my level of expertise and patience to resolve. Parallels Desktop gave me no issues, and it is fast! And I can use windows OS full screen with no black margins on the side, as if Windows was native to my mac. It is a pleasure to use parallels desktop. A PLEASURE.
Good
I mena it is good but actually now for mac with not enough disk and/or ram is not that well. However I already paid the parallel license
Good for the Day
Im using it for a software running on Windows and it's been great, it's been easy to integrate. After one day No problem!! We'll see after months...
Best application for macs
I am using this for my college use and so far i love this app. The only problem that i face sometimes is that it is not able to run all x64bit applications. Because i am having apple silicon chip in my macbook.
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App Info
- Category
- Business
- Publisher
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Parallels International
- Languages
- English, Czech, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish
- Recent release
- 1.9.4 (3 months ago )
- Released on
- Mar 4, 2017 (7 years ago )
- Also available in
- Pakistan, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Mexico, Malaysia, Nigeria, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, India, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, Thailand, Türkiye, Taiwan, Ukraine, United States, Vietnam, South Africa, Dominican Republic, Argentina, Austria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, China, Colombia, Czechia, Germany, Denmark, United Arab Emirates, Algeria, Ecuador, Egypt, Spain, Finland, France, United Kingdom, Greece, Hong Kong SAR China, Hungary, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel
- Last Updated
- 4 days ago