Comparison

D vs Cast for Chromecast

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

D

This application allows users to remotely view and manage video feeds from connected surveillance devices. It offers real-time live streaming, recording, and playback capabilities for monitoring needs.

Highlights
  • Real-time live view
  • Video recording
  • Remote search and playback
  • Supports DVRs, NVRs, and IP cameras
  • Versatile video management
Features
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D-Link Live is a versatile video management software for the DVRs, NVRs, IP cameras, etc. It provides multiple functionalities,including real-time live view, video recording, remote search and playback etc., for the connected devices to meet the needs of monitoring task.

About

Cast for Chromecast

Transform your phone into a comprehensive remote for your Chromecast device. Effortlessly control playback, adjust volume, and launch applications with a user-friendly interface. It automatically detects devices on your network for quick setup.

Highlights
  • Full remote control (play, pause, volume)
  • App navigation on Chromecast
  • Quick Wi-Fi device detection
  • Intuitive remote interface
  • Launch installed apps
Currently charting
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Turn your phone into a powerful remote for your Chromecast. Easily navigate apps, control playback, adjust volume, and launch installed apps — all from a clean, intuitive remote interface. Works with all Chromecast devices Key Features: Full Remote Control Play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, and adjust volume with simple on-screen buttons. App Navigation Navigate apps and menus on your Chromecast using a responsive remote layout. Quick Connection Automatically detects Chromecast devices on the same Wi-Fi network for fast pairing. How to Use: Connect your phone and Chromecast to the same Wi-Fi network. Open the app and select your Chromecast device. Start using the remote to control your TV. Disclaimer: This app is independently developed and is not affiliated with Google LLC or any other mentioned trademarks. Privacy Policy: https://creativezoneapps.com/web/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://creativezoneapps.com/web/terms.html

Screenshots

D4 screens
Cast for Chromecast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: D at none against Cast for Chromecast's 6. D also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). Cast for Chromecast's advantage is review sentiment (14% vs 0%) and chart position (#195 vs unranked). On price, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Cast for Chromecast sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
D versus Cast for Chromecast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDCast for Chromecast
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.1 (8.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews14.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—8.9K — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#195 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS10.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB63 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperD-Link Middle East FZCO LLCCreative Zone

Customer experience

D

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Cast for Chromecast

All ratings8,712 ratings
Positive75.8%
Neutral3.5%
Negative20.7%
Written reviews548 reviews
Positive14.4%
Neutral3.1%
Negative82.5%

Bugs and requests

D

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Cast for Chromecast

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Casting issues with certain streaming apps
  • Inconsistent video playback quality
  • Delayed or out-of-sync audio
  • Unresponsive touch controls
  • Inability to cast local media files

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for 4K video streaming
  • Improved media file format compatibility
  • Offline viewing and download options
  • Enhanced multi-device synchronization
  • Customizable settings and preferences

In-app purchases

None

D

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Cast for Chromecast

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly Promo$4.991 Month
  • Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Yearly Promo$24.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$44.99

Questions

Is D free?
D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cast for Chromecast free?
Cast for Chromecast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do D or Cast for Chromecast have ads?
Neither D nor Cast for Chromecast shows ads.

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