Amazon WorkSpaces
Amazon WorkSpaces: A flexible AWS desktop service for Windows and Linux environments with GPU options. Ranked #3 of 28 in Cloud PC Services by our editors (8.9/10); pricing: Paid; best for AWS-based Windows or Linux desktops.
At a glance
- Editor score8.9 / 10
- PricingPaid
- Best forAWS-based Windows or Linux desktops
- Free planNo
- Paid from$25/device/mo
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Supports managed Windows and Linux cloud desktops
- Offers GPU bundles, custom images, and configurable resources
- Provides native clients, browser access, and flexible billing modes
Where it doesn't
- Pricing varies by Region, operating system, bundle, storage, and billing mode
- No free plan is available
- Nested virtualization is limited to supported non-GPU DCV bundles
Our verdict on Amazon WorkSpaces
Amazon WorkSpaces is a fully managed desktop-as-a-service platform for delivering cloud-hosted virtual desktops and applications through AWS. It supports Windows and several Linux distributions, with configurable compute, memory, root volume, and user volume settings. The service is positioned for task workers, contact centers, back-office staff, developers, engineers, data scientists, and remote or hybrid teams. Users can connect through native clients on Windows, macOS, Linux, iPad, Android, and Chromebook devices, as well as supported web browsers.
Pricing is usage-oriented and offers two billing approaches: AlwaysOn monthly billing and AutoStop hourly billing. The published Value plan shows a Windows Value Bundle and a fixed monthly pricing example for WorkSpaces Personal at $25 per device per month. According to the vendor's pricing details, that example applies to a Windows Value Bundle in US West (Oregon), while pricing varies by AWS Region, operating system, bundle, storage configuration, and billing mode. There is no free plan, so buyers should match the billing model and bundle to expected usage before selecting a configuration.
WorkSpaces stands out for breadth within cloud desktops. Buyers can choose Windows or Linux environments, GPU-enabled desktop bundles, custom images and bundles, and configurable resources. Nested virtualization is supported for supported non-GPU DCV bundles, which may suit compatible development workloads. Its broad client coverage helps distributed teams access desktops across desktop, mobile, and browser environments. Choose WorkSpaces when AWS-based delivery, managed desktops, flexible resource choices, or GPU options matter. Teams seeking a free tier, fixed pricing across configurations, or unrestricted nested virtualization should consider other requirements before choosing it.
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Amazon WorkSpaces fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $25/device/mo |
| Desktop OS | Not verified |
| GPU option | Yes |
| Dedicated resources | Yes |
| Included storage | Not verified |
| Access platforms | windows, macos, linux, ios, android, web |
| Session persistence | Both |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Compliance & security | SOC 2 |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Paid (source) |
| Website | aws.amazon.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to Amazon WorkSpaces
- Azure Virtual DesktopA broad Azure-based platform for enterprise Windows desktops, apps, GPU workloads, and administration.9.4
- Windows 365Managed Windows Cloud PCs with Microsoft administration, identity, and security integrations.9.2
- Nutanix FrameA flexible virtual desktop platform for Windows and Linux across cloud and Nutanix environments.8.7
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