Alternative to Cloudshare

Cloudshare was built specifically with virtual training sessions and software demos in mind.

DaDesktop, by contrast, also handles virtual training and demos but takes a different approach — it allows participants to engage through a familiar desktop environment rather than a browser-only interface.

Cloudshare focuses mainly on self-paced learning, while DaDesktop works equally well for instructor-led training and independent study.

Why pick DaDesktop instead of Cloudshare?

Cloudshare provides elaborate infrastructure options but often misses the mark on the delivery features and snappy performance essential for a quality learning experience.

DaDesktop offers a more affordable, high-speed alternative with a clean, easy-to-use interface and the flexibility to run on-site when needed. With well over 200 data centres around the world — compared to just a handful — it delivers noticeably lower latency, giving learners a smooth, highly responsive experience every time.

	DaDesktop	CloudShare
Cost	1x	10x
Interface	simple	complex
Nested virtualization	by default	have to enable each time, much slower
Default usecase	OILT	self-study
Onsite Option	fully supported	N/A
datacentres	200+	3