Comparison

Citrix Workspace vs GlobalProtect™

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Citrix Workspace

Access your company's SaaS, web apps, mobile apps, files, and virtual desktops from any device. Stay productive on the go with seamless access to your work environment, just as you would in the office. Requires company IT setup.

Highlights
  • Access SaaS and web apps
  • Access mobile apps
  • Access virtual apps and desktops
  • Access files
  • Work from any device
  • Report issues to IT
Features
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Citrix Workspace app lets you access your SaaS, web apps, mobile, virtual apps, files, and desktops to help you be as productive on the go as you are in the office. If your company uses Citrix, you have the freedom to work on your favourite device from wherever you are. Just ask your IT department how to get started. HOW TO USE CITRIX Workspace app 1. Open Citrix Workspace app and tap on Get Started. 2. Enter the Server or email address as instructed by Your IT Help Desk or system administrator. 3. Enter your User Name and Password. 4. Select the applications you want to use. 5. For adding multiple accounts, navigate to Settings and tap on Manage Accounts. 6. For Deleting/Editing Account already added navigate to Settings and tap on the Store. HOW TO REPORT AN ISSUE TO CITRIX - Please contact your company's IT support team before following these steps: Option 1 1. Open Citrix Workspace app and tap 'Settings' and then 'Report Issue'. 2. Click on Advanced, choose Location as File & Console, Log Level as Verbose, click on the back arrow. 3. Type in a description of the issue and click Share. Choose your Email app. This will generate a log file attached to the draft email. 4. Send the email to your company's IT support team. Option 2 1. In the App Store, go to Citrix Workspace 2. Tap 'Reviews' and then tap 'App Support' found at the bottom right of the screen. 3. This launches the Citrix support forum where you can review reported issues OR 4. To report issues, tap the menu icon and create an account first.

About

GlobalProtect™

This app provides secure network connectivity for mobile users by connecting to an enterprise gateway. It automatically adapts to your location to ensure optimal performance and allows for secure work outside the office. Administrators can configure various VPN modes for enhanced security.

Highlights
  • Automatic VPN connection
  • Support for BYOD
  • Automatic best gateway discovery
  • Manual gateway selection
  • IPSec or SSL connection
  • MDM integration
  • Two-factor authentication support
Features
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GlobalProtect for iOS connects to a GlobalProtect gateway on a Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewall to allow mobile users to benefit from enterprise security protection. Enterprise administrator can configure the same app to connect in either Always-On VPN, Remote Access VPN or Per App VPN mode. The app automatically adapts to the end user’s location and connects the user to the best available gateway in order to deliver optimal performance for all users and their traffic, without requiring any effort from the user. This allows users to work safely and effectively at locations outside of the traditional office. Before installing this app, please check with your IT department to ensure that your organization has enabled a GlobalProtect gateway subscription on the firewall. Features: Automatic VPN connection using iOS VPN On-Demand Support for BYOD with Remote Access VPN and App Level VPN Automatic discovery of best available gateway Manual gateway selection capability Connection over IPSec or SSL Integration with MDM for easy provisioning Support for changing an expired AD/RADIUS password when the user connects remotely Support for 2 Factor One Time Password based Authentication using RADIUS, SAML Support for other PAN-OS authentication methods, including LDAP, Client Certificates, and Local User Databases Full benefits of the native iOS experience with integrated notifications Capability for enterprises to enable users to use any app securely Requirements: Supported on Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls running PAN-OS 7.1, 8.0, 8.1 and above Requires a GlobalProtect gateway subscription installed on the Palo Alto Networks firewall in order to enable support for GlobalProtect app for iOS. Supported on iOS 10 and later releases

Screenshots

Citrix Workspace3 screens
GlobalProtect™4 screens

Verdict

The call

Citrix Workspace and GlobalProtect™ both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 49% of Citrix Workspace's written reviews are positive against 17% of GlobalProtect™'s. Citrix Workspace also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). GlobalProtect™'s advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Citrix Workspace against 4.4 for GlobalProtect™. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.4K and 2.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of Citrix Workspace's written reviews are positive against 17% of GlobalProtect™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Citrix Workspace ships an update monthly, GlobalProtect™ every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Citrix Workspace versus GlobalProtect™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCitrix WorkspaceGlobalProtect™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6.4K ratings)4.4 (2.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews49.2% of reviews — better16.5% of reviews
Number of ratings6.4K — better2.7K
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCitrix Systems, Inc.Palo Alto Networks

Customer experience

Citrix Workspace

All ratings6,392 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral4.0%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews573 reviews
Positive49.2%
Neutral8.4%
Negative42.4%

GlobalProtect™

All ratings2,713 ratings
Positive84.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews357 reviews
Positive16.5%
Neutral10.9%
Negative72.5%

User reviews

Citrix Workspace

From 6.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great on iPad
  • 👍 Reliable and consistent
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive
  • 🚀 Convenient remote access

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable
  • 🐛 Freezes and crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Keyboard and mouse issues
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems with new devices
  • 🐛 Unreliable login and authentication

GlobalProtect™

From 2.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Works well when set up
  • 🔒 Secure VPN connection

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • 🔍 Lack of troubleshooting options
  • 🤯 Frustrating user experience
  • 🔑 Difficult to change login credentials
  • 🔌 Disconnects internet when turned off

Bugs and requests

Citrix Workspace

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cursor position issues when zoomed in
  • Keyboard shortcuts not working properly
  • Frequent disconnections and login failures
  • Incompatibility with iOS 13 and newer

Requested features

4 requests
  • Full mouse and trackpad support
  • Improved keyboard integration
  • Better external display support
  • Microphone and camera access

GlobalProtect™

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes on iOS 15 and newer
  • "Missing required input parameters" error
  • Fails to connect with certain authentication methods
  • Stuck in "connecting" state, requires reinstall

Requested features

5 requests
  • Multiple portal support
  • Ability to save server addresses
  • Support for hardware security keys
  • Landscape mode for tablets
  • Improved compatibility with newer OS versions

In-app purchases

None

Citrix Workspace

No in-app purchases

None

GlobalProtect™

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Citrix Workspace free?
Citrix Workspace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GlobalProtect™ free?
GlobalProtect™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Citrix Workspace or GlobalProtect™?
GlobalProtect™ is rated higher. Citrix Workspace averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6.4K ratings, while GlobalProtect™ averages 4.4 from 2.7K ratings.
Do Citrix Workspace or GlobalProtect™ have ads?
Neither Citrix Workspace nor GlobalProtect™ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Citrix Workspace or GlobalProtect™?
Citrix Workspace ships an update monthly, and GlobalProtect™ every 3 months. Most recently, Citrix Workspace was updated on September 22, 2026 and GlobalProtect™ on September 22, 2026.

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