Acer Connect M5 vs HDMI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Acer Connect M5
This application allows users to easily set up and manage their Acer Connect M5 5G MiFi device. Monitor network status, data usage, and connected devices. Configure Wi-Fi and network settings, manage SIM card features, and update device firmware.
- Device setup and management
- Network status monitoring
- Data usage tracking
- Wi-Fi and network configuration
- SIM card management
- Firmware updates
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The Acer Connect app unlocks the power to setup and manage your Acer Connect M5 5G MiFi in just a few steps. Key Features: 1. Status - Wifi/4G/5G status - USB status - Battery status - connected devices - Data usage 2. Network Settings - Quick setup - Profile management - Network connection - Network settings - Wifi settings - Advanced settings - Speed test 3. SIM card - PIN management - SMS inbox - SMS forwarding - Data usage 4. Device management - Log in password - System time - Backup & restore - Restart & reset - Languages 5. Firmware update
HDMI
Transform your device into an external monitor for gaming, photography, and video. Connect consoles, cameras, PCs, and more for high-quality HD streaming. Enjoy a portable display and immersive audio experience.
- External display functionality
- Connect gaming consoles
- High-quality HD streaming
- Supports cameras and PCs
- Portable screen solution
- USB-C video capture card compatible
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Turn your device into an external display with HDMI Monitor, perfect for gaming, photo- & video-shooting, and more. Connect your gaming console to your device and enjoy your favorite games without the need to have a TV or Display at hand. Key Features: - Versatile Functionality: Seamless integration with consoles, cameras, professional photoshooting gear, PC, and just about any other device that supports HDMI output. - High-Quality Streaming: Crystal-clear HD video and high-quality audio, with full support for your headphones. - Get a Display and High-Quality Speakers: Turn your device into a media station that’s part of the ecosystem that you can access for complete immersion and 100% satisfaction. - Fast and User-Friendly: Quick setup and responsive design for a hassle-free experience. Improved Connectivity: - Use a simple USB-C video-capture card for easy connection. - Supports various resolutions and frame rates for optimal video clarity. Ideal For: - Gamers, photographers, videographers and geeks. - Anyone needing a portable screen for games, movies, TV, or presentations. You need: HDMI to USB-C Video Capture Card, iPad with USB-C and iOS 17 Try the ultimate app that turns your device into a universal display!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HDMI at 2.9 against Acer Connect M5's 1.0. HDMI also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (75 vs 1). Acer Connect M5's advantage is iOS requirement (13.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HDMI holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HDMI has 75 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Acer Connect M5 ships an update every 12 months, HDMI every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Acer Connect M5 | HDMI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 2.9 (75 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 75 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Acer Incorporated | Ion Danilov |
Customer experience
Acer Connect M5
HDMI
In-app purchases
Acer Connect M5
No in-app purchases
HDMI
No in-app purchases
