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# Amazon WorkSpaces Core announces monthly pricing for managed instances

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## Summary

AWS introduces flexible billing for Amazon WorkSpaces Core managed instances, offering monthly flat-rate pricing alongside existing hourly billing. Monthly pricing provides cost savings for always-on desktops, while hourly billing suits variable usage patterns. Both options are pay-as-you-go with no commitments. VDI partners like Citrix, Workspot, Dizzion, and Leostream can integrate the new billing options via WorkSpaces API. Additionally, hourly utility rates are now consolidated under Amazon WorkSpaces billing for simplified invoicing, with no change to effective rates.

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