Parallels Desktop 26 Pro for Mac
LanguageEN
Operating systemmacOSmacOS
Number of devices1
Usage scopeBusiness/Developer
Licence period12 months
Licence typeESD (electronic)
PlatformmacOS

Parallels Desktop 26 Pro for Mac

VersionVersions include different applications and features: compare editions and choose the one that suits you best.
EditionSoftware release year: newer versions include new features and longer support.
Licence durationLicence or subscription validity period.
LanguageEN
Operating systemmacOSmacOS
Number of devices1
Usage scopeBusiness/Developer
Licence period12 months
Licence typeESD (electronic)
PlatformmacOS
Bundle

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£89.99Parallels Desktop 26 Pro for Mac

Parallels Desktop 26 Pro for Mac — 1-year subscription

The Pro version is designed for developers, testers and power users who need superior performance and professional tools. It includes Docker support, Visual Studio, advanced networking and up to 128 GB RAM per virtual machine.

Parallels Desktop 26 Pro for Mac — 1-year subscription

Pro features of Parallels Desktop 26

Up to 128 GB RAM and 32 vCPUs per virtual machine
Docker, Kubernetes and native Linux container support
Visual Studio, Xcode and integrated debugging tools
Advanced networking with network condition simulation
Premium 24/7 phone technical support
Integration with Vagrant, Jenkins and DevOps tools
Optimised macOS Sequoia and Apple Silicon compatibility

Parallels Desktop 26 Pro — for serious work

The Pro version provides everything developers and IT professionals need to work with high-performance virtual machines.

Cross-platform development and testing

Test your applications on multiple operating systems simultaneously: Windows, Linux and macOS on a single Mac.

Native support for Docker, Kubernetes and Linux containers for modern DevOps workflows.

Cross-platform development and testing

Enterprise-level performance

Allocate up to 128 GB RAM and 32 virtual CPUs to each virtual machine for demanding workloads.

Advanced networking with network condition simulation, ideal for application and infrastructure testing.

Enterprise-level performance

Management and automation

Vagrant integration for automated creation of reproducible development environments.

Script and CLI automation support for programmatic virtual machine management.

Management and automation

Comparison: Parallels Desktop Standard vs Pro

StandardStandard
ProPro
Run Windows on Mac
Coherence mode
Apple Silicon support
macOS Sequoia support
VM RAM up to 8 GB
VM RAM up to 128 GB
Developer tools (Visual Studio, Docker)
Advanced networking
24/7 phone technical support

Product specifications

Language version:EN
Usage scope:Business/Developer
Licence type:Subscription
Number of devices:1
Product version:ESD (electronic)
Licence period:12 months
Operating system:macOS
Architecture:64-bit

Technical requirements

Operating system:macOS Sequoia 15.5, Sonoma 14.7, Ventura 13.7 or newer
Processor:Apple Silicon (M-series) or Intel Core i5/i7/i9/Xeon
RAM:4 GB minimum (16+ GB recommended for development)
Disk space:600 MB + 16 GB for guest OS
Graphics card:Apple Silicon, Intel/AMD Radeon or NVIDIA

Frequently asked questions

Is Parallels Desktop 26 Pro a lifetime licence or a subscription?

It is a 12-month subscription. Renew at the end of the year to continue using the software and receiving updates. It is not a perpetual licence.

What is Parallels Desktop Pro used for?

Parallels Desktop runs Windows and other operating systems directly on your Mac without restarting. Pro (£89.99) is designed for developers and advanced users who need additional resources and features.

How many Macs can I use the licence on?

The licence covers 1 workstation: one Mac. Additional Macs require additional licences.

How do I receive and activate Parallels Desktop Pro?

After purchase, you receive the product key by email. Install Parallels Desktop on your Mac, sign in to your Parallels account and enter the key to activate the subscription.

Is it genuine, and will I receive an invoice?

Yes. Parallels Desktop 26 Pro is genuine software with a legitimate licence, and Licensgo issues an invoice for every order.