Zoho Assist 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
Zoho Assist ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #9) for IT teams and remote workers needing secure remote desktop and support access. A powerful, secure support tool that shines within the Zoho ecosystem and offers great standalone value.
At a glance
| Zoho Assist | Parallels Access | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business | #9 / The 11 Best Remote Desktop Software for Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 7.6 |
| Best for | Best for integrated IT support | Best mobile-to-desktop experience |
| Pricing | $ ($120 to $288/yr) | $ ($19 to $99/yr) |
| HQ | Chennai, India | Bellevue, USA |
| Founded | 1996 | 1999 |
Zoho Assist
A powerful, secure support tool that shines within the Zoho ecosystem and offers great standalone value.
www.zoho.com/assist/See 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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