Comparison

Citrix Workspace vs Windows App Mobile

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

Windows App Mobile

Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.

Highlights
  • Connect to remote PCs and virtual desktops
  • Access managed resources
  • Remote Desktop Gateway support
  • Connection management and favorites
  • Audio and video streaming
  • Device redirection (folders, clipboard, microphone, camera)
  • External monitor support
Features
Currently charting
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Windows App Mobile for iOS and iPadOS (previously named Remote Desktop Mobile) is your gateway to securely connect to Windows including remote PCs and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box and Remote Desktop Services. Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App Mobile and connect to your Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice. GET STARTED • Learn more about the features of Windows App Mobile at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp. • Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup. KEY FEATURES • Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server. • Access managed resources published by your admin. • Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway. • Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs. • Audio and video streaming. • Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras. • Connect your iPhone or iPad to an external monitor. • Easily switch between Entra accounts. • Dynamically switch between Portrait and Landscape mode. By downloading Windows App Mobile, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).

Screenshots

Citrix Workspace3 screens
Windows App Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

Citrix Workspace and Windows App Mobile both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 49% of Citrix Workspace's written reviews are positive against 35% of Windows App Mobile's. Citrix Workspace also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Windows App Mobile's advantage is chart position (#186 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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 4.2 for Windows App Mobile. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.4K and 7.9K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of Citrix Workspace's written reviews are positive against 35% of Windows App Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Citrix Workspace ships an update monthly, Windows App Mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Citrix Workspace versus Windows App Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCitrix WorkspaceWindows App Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6.4K ratings) — better4.2 (7.9K ratings)
Positive reviews48.7% of reviews — better34.7% of reviews
Number of ratings6.4K7.9K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank—#186 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB199 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCitrix Systems, Inc.Microsoft Corporation

Customer experience

Citrix Workspace

All ratings6,392 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral4.0%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews583 reviews
Positive48.7%
Neutral8.2%
Negative43.1%

Windows App Mobile

All ratings7,867 ratings
Positive77.5%
Neutral5.0%
Negative17.5%
Written reviews707 reviews
Positive34.7%
Neutral15.8%
Negative49.5%

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

Windows App Mobile

From 7.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless remote desktop experience
  • 👍 Smooth mouse and keyboard support
  • 🚀 Reliable connections
  • 👍 Great integration with Windows
  • 🚀 Responsive and fast

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Keyboard issues (no virtual keyboard, input problems)
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Resolution and scaling problems
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
  • 🐛 Buggy after updates

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

Windows App Mobile

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Keyboard not working properly
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
  • Resolution and scaling problems
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Full screen support for external monitors
  • Ability to save/sync connection profiles
  • Support for multiple monitors and remote apps
  • Improved keyboard functionality (F-keys, shortcuts)
  • Better mouse/trackpad support (right-click, scrolling)

In-app purchases

None

Citrix Workspace

No in-app purchases

None

Windows App Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Citrix Workspace free?
Citrix Workspace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Windows App Mobile free?
Windows App Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Citrix Workspace or Windows App Mobile?
Citrix Workspace is rated higher. Citrix Workspace averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6.4K ratings, while Windows App Mobile averages 4.2 from 7.9K ratings.
Do Citrix Workspace or Windows App Mobile have ads?
Neither Citrix Workspace nor Windows App Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Citrix Workspace or Windows App Mobile?
Citrix Workspace ships an update monthly, and Windows App Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, Citrix Workspace was updated on October 14, 2026 and Windows App Mobile on October 15, 2026.

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