# ESP8266 vs AirDroid Cast

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AirDroid Cast at 86% against ESP8266's 0%. AirDroid Cast also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 2). ESP8266's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 12.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AirDroid Cast sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. ESP8266 asks for nothing beyond the download.

AirDroid Cast holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AirDroid Cast has 2.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ESP8266's written reviews are positive against 86% of AirDroid Cast's.

## The numbers

| Metric | ESP8266 | AirDroid Cast |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esp8266/id1255457331/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airdroid-cast-screen-mirroring/id1539892125/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **85.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ECONORMA SAS DI MATTIUZZI ALESSANDRO E C.](https://appshunter.io/developer/632097333) | [SAND STUDIO CORPORATION LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501289782) |

## What reviewers say

### ESP8266

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esp8266/id1255457331)

Monitor real-time temperature data from your ESP8266 NodeMCU WiFi module. Receive email alerts for temperature changes, integrated with a free ThingSpeak account.

**Highlights:** Real-time temperature monitoring, Email alarm notifications, ESP8266 NodeMCU integration, ThingSpeak free account support, WiFi module connectivity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### AirDroid Cast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airdroid-cast-screen-mirroring/id1539892125)

Seamlessly mirror your device's screen to a computer or other devices across different networks. Share up to five screens simultaneously and even remotely control your mobile from your PC. Supports iOS, Windows, and Mac.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform screen casting, Wireless and USB connection options, Remote network mirroring, Remote mobile control, Simultaneous multi-screen mirroring, Web version for browser access

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote Casting - Monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| Cast & Control  - Monthly | $3.49 | per month |
| Remote Casting - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Cast & Control - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Low latency
- 👍 Reliable
- 👍 Excellent quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound issues
- 🐛 Lagging/choppy
- 🔒 Requires subscription
- 🐛 Connectivity problems
- 🐛 Doesn't work as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Disconnects frequently
- Black screen issue
- Doesn't work with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Allow interaction with mirrored screen
- Improve video quality
- Add keyboard shortcuts for screen rotation
- Provide more free features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ESP8266 free?

ESP8266 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AirDroid Cast free?

AirDroid Cast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ESP8266 or AirDroid Cast?

AirDroid Cast is rated higher. ESP8266 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while AirDroid Cast averages 4.6 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do ESP8266 or AirDroid Cast have ads?

Neither ESP8266 nor AirDroid Cast shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*