GoToMyPC vs Parallels Access
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business. Last verified June 20, 2026.
The short answer
GoToMyPC ranks higher on Top 11 (#7 vs #9) for IT teams and remote workers needing secure remote desktop and support access. A simple, secure, and very reliable solution from a trusted brand, but it is expensive.
At a glance
| GoToMyPC | Parallels Access | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #7 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business | #9 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.9 | 7.6 |
| Best for | Simple and highly reliable | Best mobile-to-desktop experience |
| Pricing | $$$ ($408 to $780/yr) | $ ($19 to $99/yr) |
| HQ | Boston, USA | Bellevue, USA |
| Founded | 2003 | 1999 |
GoToMyPC
A simple, secure, and very reliable solution from a trusted brand, but it is expensive.
www.goto.com/mypcSee full entry in The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business
Parallels Access
Provides a superior user experience for accessing desktops from mobile devices like iPads.
www.parallels.com/products/access/See full entry in The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business
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