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VirtualBoxParallels Desktop
Free

The base package is free and open source. The separate Extension Pack is free only for…

 Paid

A paid subscription or perpetual licence is required after the trial.

Windows, macOS, Linux macOS
  • Runs on Windows, macOS and Linux hosts with the same interface on each
  • Snapshots, shared folders and clipboard sharing between host and guest
  • Coherence mode runs Windows applications as if they were Mac apps
  • Well-supported on Apple silicon with guided Windows 11 setup
  • The Extension Pack is not open source and is free only for personal and educational use
  • 3D acceleration is weak compared with a native machine or a paid hypervisor
  • Subscription or yearly upgrade pricing
  • macOS only, closed source
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-3.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 20, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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