# LocalSend vs Send files to Android TV

LocalSend and Send files to Android TV both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of LocalSend's written reviews are positive against 31% of Send files to Android TV's. LocalSend also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#102 vs unranked). Send files to Android TV's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 11 days). On price, rating, ratings volume and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LocalSend sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Send files to Android TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for LocalSend against 4.4 for Send files to Android TV. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 661 and 259 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of LocalSend's written reviews are positive against 31% of Send files to Android TV's.

LocalSend ships an update every 11 days, Send files to Android TV every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LocalSend | Send files to Android TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (661 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/localsend/id1661733229/reviews)** | [4.4 (259 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/send-files-to-android-tv/id6723898949/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **661** | 259 |
| Positive reviews | **81.2% of reviews** | 31.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#102** | — |
| Size | 73 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tien Do Nam](https://appshunter.io/developer/1552589563) | [Wisdomlogix Solutions Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1334584987) |

## What reviewers say

### LocalSend

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/localsend/id1661733229)

**Currently charting:** #102 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Securely share files offline and without the internet. This app offers fast, encrypted peer-to-peer transfers across multiple platforms, ensuring privacy and data integrity. Ideal for professionals and teams needing reliable, secure file sharing in sensitive environments.

**Highlights:** Offline file transfer over Wi-Fi/LAN, End-to-end TLS encryption, Cross-platform compatibility (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux), No internet required, No tracking or data collection, Open-source and transparent

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LocalSend Donation | $5.00 | one-time |
| LocalSend Donation | $10.00 | one-time |
| LocalSend Donation | $20.00 | one-time |
| LocalSend Donation | $50.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Cross-platform file transfer
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🔒 Open-source and no ads
- 🚀 Fast and reliable file transfers
- 👍 Works seamlessly between devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🐛 Bugs with file selection and transfer
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance across platforms
- 🐛 Lack of a 'select all' option for media

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after device hibernation
- Transferred files not appearing in device gallery
- Inability to delete transferred files from app
- Compatibility issues with certain OS versions

**Requested features**

- Add a 'select all' option for media files
- Improve file organization and management
- Implement background/automatic file transfer
- Add support for wired file transfers


### Send files to Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/send-files-to-android-tv/id6723898949)

Easily transfer any type of file from your phone or tablet to your Android TV wirelessly. Share photos, videos, movies, and documents quickly and without cables. The app features a simple interface for seamless file sharing.

**Highlights:** Wireless file transfer, Supports all file formats, No cables or extra hardware needed, Intuitive user interface, Real-time transfer progress, Fast transfer speeds via Wi-Fi

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well for file transfer
- 👍 Good for sending APKs
- 👍 Great for sending files from iPhone to Google TV
- 👍 Works directly and fast
- 👍 Good concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 🐛 Slow sender
- 🐛 App is trash
- 🐛 Stupid app
- 🐛 Useless app

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't show device after reinstallation on iPhone
- Only allows transfer of photos from the photos app
- Sometimes doesn't work
- Not working
- Doesn't work

**Requested features**

- Allow transfer of files other than photos
- Improve device detection after reinstallation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LocalSend free?

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

### Is Send files to Android TV free?

Send files to Android TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, LocalSend or Send files to Android TV?

LocalSend is rated higher. LocalSend averages 4.5 out of 5 from 661 ratings, while Send files to Android TV averages 4.4 from 259 ratings.

### Do LocalSend or Send files to Android TV have ads?

Send files to Android TV shows ads; LocalSend does not.

### Which is updated more often, LocalSend or Send files to Android TV?

LocalSend ships an update every 11 days, and Send files to Android TV every 4 days. Most recently, LocalSend was updated on October 20, 2026 and Send files to Android TV on October 17, 2026.

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