# Cast King - Googlecast for TV — #1 Video Cast for Chromecast

> Web browser and video caster for Chromecast devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Kathleen Gallagher Mody.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-king-googlecast-for-tv/id307706152 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kathleen Gallagher Mody](https://appshunter.io/developer/1114609726)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 287 App Store ratings · 329 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2009-03-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-king-googlecast-for-tv/id307706152/reviews.md

## What is Cast King?

Cast King is the ultimate web browser for your Chromecast/Googlecast connected TV.  Browse the web and cast any video to your big screen.  Live Stream?  No problem, you can cast that too!
Too good to be true?  Download the app and find out for yourself what everyone is talking about. 

If you enjoy the app please upgrade to PRO.  For one low price you can keep enjoying the app.

Supported formats for Chromecast include mp4, m4v, m3u8, hls, and live streams are supported.

IMPORTANT NOTES, PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING: 
Flash video, iTunes purchased videos, Silverlight and other DRM protected videos like Amazon Instant Videos, HBO now, Hulu, Netflix are not supported!

This app is not affiliated with Google or one of its products or trademarks and is developed independently.

## Key features

- Web browsing
- Video casting to TV
- Live stream support
- MP4, M4V, M3U8, HLS support
- Chromecast integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Casting | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Cast King?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💡 Useful features like rewind/pause
- 🔒 Secure streaming

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Requires paid upgrade to unlock full functionality
- 🔍 Poor customer support
- 🤖 Manipulative UI tricks to force purchases

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes after initial use
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Unexpected in-app purchases

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced video controls
- Support for more streaming platforms

## Recent user reviews (10 of 329)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-king-googlecast-for-tv/id307706152/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Buggy

*2024-09-01, version 1.3*

The app plays 5 secs and crashes. Deleted.

### 1/5 — Technical support not answering

*2023-05-28, version 1.3*

Hey, nobody answers to emails? Maybe with a 1 star review someone will wake up

### 1/5 — Bought the program a few years ago, now I have to buy it again?

*2021-07-18*

I like the program as it is a challenge to sometimes get things to work properly, but with a little persistence you can tune the app in the browser up to work but now they want me to buy it over again that’s not fair? I tried to contact customer support they don’t answer scary face
THAT’S JUST WRONG!

### 1/5 — ARNAQUE !

*2021-03-22, version 1.3*

GROSSE ARNAQUE J’AI PAYER POUR UN SERVICE QUE L’APPLICATION NE DONNE PAS . NE PAS PAYER CETTE APPLICATION POUR REGARDER LES FILM EN STREAMING SUR VOTRE TÉLÉ . Cela ne marche pas . ATTENTION !!!!!!!!!

### 1/5 — Worst app after purchase.

*2020-07-19, version 1.3*

This app not worth for money, lot of pop up coming and redirected to some unwanted web page , there is no use of Ad block setting.

### 1/5 — اسوأ شي

*2020-05-30, version 1.3*

يا خسارة الفلوس فيك مايقدر يبث من المتصفحات لكروم كاست سيء جداً

### 1/5 — JUNK

*2020-03-02, version 1.3*

Complete junk. Worked great off the first and only cast trial then paid for app and BOOOOM, doesn’t work for CRAP!! Refund money or I’ll be disputing credit card

### 1/5 — Doesn’t cast properly

*2019-12-31, version 1.3*

Won’t cast properly, then asks to pay for a broken service. Scam product

### 1/5 — DOES NOT WORK! DON’T BOTHER

*2019-12-26, version 1.3*

Meh.

### 1/5 — Non funziona

*2019-09-29, version 1.3*

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## Frequently asked questions about Cast King

### What does Cast King do?

Cast King is a web browser designed to cast videos from the web directly to your Chromecast or Googlecast-enabled TV. It supports various video formats and live streams, allowing you to enjoy content on a larger screen.

### What video formats are supported?

The app supports common video formats for Chromecast, including mp4, m4v, m3u8, and HLS. It also allows casting of live streams.

### Is Cast King free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with an option to upgrade to a PRO version for a one-time low price. This upgrade allows for continued enjoyment of the app's features.

### What content is NOT supported?

Flash video, iTunes purchased videos, Silverlight, and DRM-protected content from services like Amazon Instant Videos, HBO Now, Hulu, and Netflix are not supported due to content protection measures.

### Who is this app for?

This app is ideal for individuals who own a Chromecast or Googlecast device and wish to easily browse the web and cast video content, including live streams, to their television for a better viewing experience.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2019-05-01

- Support for iOS 12.2

### 1.2 — 2016-10-09

Bug fixes

### 1.1 — 2016-09-29

- Bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2009-03-15

No release notes.

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