URLCast vs Screen Share
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
URLCast
Send web page URLs directly to your Chromecast for display on a TV. Ideal for casting menus, dashboards, or tournament results without needing a browser to cast. The app allows navigation and the Chromecast loads the page independently.
- Send URLs to Chromecast
- Chromecast loads webpage
- No browser casting needed
- Cast menus and dashboards
- URL entry form
- Back and reload buttons
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This app sends lightweight URLs to a Chromecast device, and lets the Chromecast load the webpage for you without the need to have a browser running and casting. A typical usage is to cast menus, dashboards or tournament results to a TV. At app startup, it displays a browser window and a Chromecast button. Enter the URL to the website you want to visit. Click the button to establish a session to your Chromecast device. As you navigate websites, the active page URL is sent to the Chromecast device for display. Once your Chromecast displays the intended webpage, you can exit the app, the session does not expire. As it uses the Chromecast to load and display the webpage, it might not work well for e.g. videos and complex websites. This does not support sessions, for example websites that require credentials. Features: - URL entry form - Back button - Reload button - Cast button - No ads
Screen Share
Mirror your phone, tablet, or computer screen to your TV with Chromecast or Google Cast. Stream videos, photos, and even gameplay to the big screen without needing a TV app. Enjoy lag-free streaming with a built-in speed test.
- Mirror phone screen to TV
- Cast movies, shows, and photos
- Share photos and videos instantly
- Built-in network speed test
- Stream gameplay to TV
- QR code for instant connection
- Supports Mac and iPad mirroring
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Mirror any content to TV with Chromecast/Google Cast! Cast movies, shows, music & photos from your iPhone/iPad/Mac to the Big Screen now! ⌘ No TV App Required 〉Quickly mirror your phone screen to your TV with just one tap. ⌘ Easy Connection with Major TV Brands 〉Compatible with Samsung, Roku, Fire TV, LG, and more – simply connect and start streaming. ⌘ Share Your Photos & Videos Instantly 〉Relive memories and showcase your favorite moments with family and friends on the big screen. ⌘ Eliminate Lag with Built-In Speed Test 〉Ensure smooth streaming with our network speed testing tool. ⌘ Witness Epic Gameplay on TV 〉Experience breathtaking gaming visuals on a larger canvas. ⌘ Enjoy Personalized Audio 〉Immerse yourself with high-quality audio to complement your visual experience. ⌘ Instant Broadcasting with QR Code 〉Quickly connect to your TV by scanning a QR code for instant casting. ⌘ Now available on Mac and iPad 〉Mirror your Mac or iPad screen to the TV—just as easily as with iPhone. Supported devices: ► Google Cast-enabled TVs ► Chromecast devices ► TVs and consoles with web browser compatibility Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FEHuzmInAK8vkXP4Cp2D5dDUc8962RLnVubYOqEkKy8/ Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-95d8MA57UPoi742UjHlGGgTPAFHGOkO7lhv5Gh_G0c/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: URLCast at 5.0 against Screen Share's 4.5. Screen Share's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
URLCast holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Share has 1.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
URLCast ships an update every 6 weeks, Screen Share every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | URLCast | Screen Share |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.5 (1.1K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 76.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.2 — better | 15.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 118 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Pascal Bouchareine | Ivan Ivanov |
Customer experience
URLCast
Screen Share
Bugs and requests
URLCast
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Screen Share
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login screen freezes
- Connectivity issues with certain TVs
- Inconsistent mirroring quality
Requested features
3 requests- Dark mode option
- More customization settings
- Improved compatibility with older devices
In-app purchases
URLCast
No in-app purchases
Screen Share
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is URLCast free?
Is Screen Share free?
Which has better reviews, URLCast or Screen Share?
Do URLCast or Screen Share have ads?
Which is updated more often, URLCast or Screen Share?
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