--- description: Get detailed information about Parallels Desktop for Mac usability, features, price, benefits and disadvantages from verified user experiences. Read reviews and discover similar tools on Capterra Israel. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Parallels Desktop for Mac Price, Reviews & Ratings - Capterra Israel 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Virtualization Software](/directory/30618/virtualization/software) > [Parallels Desktop for Mac](/software/170006/parallels-desktop-for-mac) # Parallels Desktop for Mac Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.il/software/170006/parallels-desktop-for-mac Page: 1 / 7\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.il/software/170006/parallels-desktop-for-mac?page=2) > Desktop virtualization software that enables your employees to use Windows applications on a Mac without rebooting. > > Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 148 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 148 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Alludo - **Founded**: 1999 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: Per Feature - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Canada, United States ## Features - Configuration Management - Desktop Virtualization - Virtualization Software ## Category - [Virtualization Software](https://www.capterra.co.il/directory/30618/virtualization/software) ## Related Categories - [Virtualization Software](https://www.capterra.co.il/directory/30618/virtualization/software) - [Virtual Machine Software](https://www.capterra.co.il/directory/31078/virtual-machine/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Additionally, the default integrations are slightly concerning from a privacy perspective. I need to do more research but, some of the Parallels features made me feel like I wasn't in control of some of the synchronization of things on my MacBook. > > For the short time that I used it, Parallels was definitely a smooth experience because they do a great job planning for what the users might want/need to accomplish in their VM deployment. ----- ### "Outdated, Unstable, and Backed by Disappointing Customer Service" — 1.0/5 > **Alicia** | *10 June 2026* | E-Learning | Recommendation rating: 0.0/10 > > **Pros**: The primary benefit was that it allowed me to run Windows-only software, specifically Articulate Storyline, on a Mac. At the time I purchased it, there were very few alternatives available. It solved a problem that many Mac users faced when they needed access to Windows applications without purchasing a separate PC. > > **Cons**: The software was often unstable and resource-intensive. Crashes, performance issues, and compatibility problems were common throughout my experience. It frequently felt like a workaround rather than a polished solution. My opinion of the company declined further when I recently discovered that my subscription had been auto-renewing despite not actively using the software for several years. I contacted support immediately after noticing the charge and requested a refund of the most recent renewal only. While they canceled future renewals, they refused to refund the charge and would not make any exception despite my long customer history and immediate request. > > I used Parallels Desktop for more than six years because I needed to run Articulate Storyline on a Mac. While it technically solved that problem, it was never a product I enjoyed using. Performance was inconsistent, crashes were common, and the experience often felt outdated compared to modern software standards. The only reason I continued using it was because there were limited alternatives for running certain Windows applications on macOS. Today, I would strongly encourage potential buyers to evaluate whether they still need Parallels at all, as many workflows now have cloud-based or native Mac alternatives. My final experience with the company was disappointing. After discovering a renewal charge on an account I had not actively used in years, I contacted support immediately and requested a refund of that renewal. The request was denied with no flexibility or consideration of the circumstances. Overall, I would not recommend Parallels based on either the product experience or the customer experience. ----- ### "Easy to use tool for VMs on Mac" — 5.0/5 > **Pete** | *25 March 2025* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's really fast and easy to use, and integrates seamlessly with MacOS. > > **Cons**: It's expensive for an annual subscription. > > The product let's me use Windows and Linux VMs easily, with a user friendly control panel. Setting up new VMs is a simple process, as is making a copy. Best thing is the ability to package a VM for someone else. ----- ### "Works Amazingly for Running Windows on a Mac" — 5.0/5 > **Jean-Louis** | *14 October 2024* | Design | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Being able to run Windows on Mac is a must since I have some engineering software that only works on Windows. I previously used BootCamp to dual boot Windows and MacOS on my MacBook but withe Apple's new processors that was no longer possible. I have been very pleasantly surprised by how this works. > > **Cons**: Having to pay an annual fee is a pain. I wish there was a one-time purchase option instead. > > Work amazing well. Engineering software like SolidWorks runs fine and the ability to drag and drop file between my virtual Windows computer and MacOS works flawlessly. ----- ### "Deceptive Billing and Disappointing Software" — 1.0/5 > **Sarah** | *19 May 2025* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 0.0/10 > > **Pros**: It lets you run Windows on a Mac which is useful for testing web page experiences on different devices. > > **Cons**: Parallels auto-renewed my annual subscription without clear notice or active consent, despite over a year of inactivity. I never received a renewal reminder and was denied a refund — a pattern echoed by many other users. The software itself feels outdated and sluggish, falling short of expectations. Rather than improving product value, the company appears to rely on aggressive billing tactics. > > Charging customers without explicit consent is unacceptable. I strongly caution others to look into more transparent and reliable alternatives. ----- Page: 1 / 7\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.il/software/170006/parallels-desktop-for-mac?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.co.il/software/170006/parallels-desktop-for-mac) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data