Parallels® RAS (remote application server) is a flexible virtual application and desktop delivery solution that empowers organizations of all sizes to work securely from anywhere, on any device.
Publisher’s description
What is Parallels Client?
Parallels Client by Parallels International GmbH is proprietary Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 108.3 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 21.2.27429, released on October 15, 2026. The version history goes back to July 11, 2024: 19 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 8.4 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 8.4 a year)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Parallels Client is a Windows tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Parallels Client safe to download?
- The file is served by download.parallels.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
3F082D0035CA127880AFEE82FCD67392343BAEA555A2EFBDCC4B427E11239F86· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 19 versions ›19 versions over 2 years · about 8.4 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21.2.27429Latest | October 15, 2026 | 108.3 MB | ARM64 MSI64-bit MSI32-bit MSI |
| 21.2.27311 | August 22, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSI64-bit MSI32-bit MSI |
| 21.2.27186 | July 9, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSIARM64 MSI64-bit MSI |
| 21.2.27179 | June 26, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSIARM64 MSI64-bit MSI |
| 21.2.27178 | June 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSIARM64 MSI32-bit MSI |
| 21.1.26688 | April 12, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSI32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
| 21.1.26548 | March 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI32-bit MSIARM64 MSI |
| 21.1.26542 | March 2, 2026 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSIARM64 MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Parallels.Parallels -emsiexec /i RASClient-x64-21.2.27429.msi /qn /norestart /qnmsiexec /x {9E1096D2-9002-43A2-8E90-DCF86713D510} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask parallels-clientInformation
- Publisher
- Parallels International GmbH
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 21.2.27429
- Released
- October 15, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- August 2, 2024
- Versions listed
- 19
- Updates / year
- 8.4
- Website
- parallels.com
- winget ID
- Parallels.Parallels
- MSI product code
- {9E1096D2-9002-43A2-8E90-DCF86713D510}
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Frequently asked questions
Is Parallels Client free?
Parallels Client is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Parallels Client safe to download?
The download comes from download.parallels.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Parallels Client with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Parallels Client be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Parallels Client run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of Parallels Client?
The versions page lists all 19 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 11, 2024.