Comparison

Tab Display vs split screen

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

Head to head
About

Tab Display

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a second screen for your Mac or Windows computer. Extend your display wirelessly or via USB and enjoy customizable resolution and video playback. A free download with an optional purchase to remove ads.

Highlights
  • Extend computer display to iOS device
  • Wireless and USB connectivity
  • Customizable resolution settings
  • Remote video playback
  • Portrait and landscape modes
  • Smooth streaming via WebRTC
Features
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Please download the macOS or Windows application from the official website -- https://tab-display.enfpdev.com -- Tab Display allows users to seamlessly transform their iPhone or iPad into an external display for their MacBook or Windows desktop or laptop. With this app, users can extend their screen and receive video of the virtual display on their iOS device. It supports both wireless connections using Wi-Fi and wired connections through USB tethering (Note: Devices that do not support USB tethering (Wi-Fi only devices) cannot use the wired connection feature) Tab Display is free to download and use. However, an in-app purchase is available to remove advertisements. Tab Display supports both portrait mode and landscape mode, giving users the flexibility to choose the orientation that best suits their needs. It also allows for customizable resolution settings, enabling users to adjust the display resolution freely for the optimal experience. Additionally, Tab Display offers a remote video playback feature. By placing videos in a designated folder on your desktop, you can freely enjoy watching them on your iPhone or iPad. Tab Display is designed to make the process of extending your MacBook screen as simple and seamless as possible. The app uses WebRTC technology internally to ensure that the video is streamed smoothly and without any lag. This means that users can enjoy a high-quality display experience without any interruptions or delays. Check out the tutorial on how to use the Tab Display feature by watching the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtSTy58u57E Similar apps: Duet Display, spacedesk, superdisplay, TwomonSE.

About

split screen

Enhance your workflow with simultaneous app usage. This tool allows you to divide your screen for multitasking or keep videos playing in a floating window. Optimize your device for smarter work and seamless transitions between tasks.

Highlights
  • Split screen for two apps
  • Picture-in-picture video playback
  • Customizable window sizes
  • Drag-and-drop interface
  • Support for multiple video platforms
  • Battery-efficient design
Features
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Transform your productivity with our powerful multitasking tool! Experience seamless split-screen functionality and picture-in-picture mode that lets you work smarter, not harder. Watch videos, attend online meetings, or browse content while working on other tasks. Key Features: • Split Screen: Divide your screen and use two apps simultaneously • Picture-in-Picture: Keep videos playing in a floating window while using other apps • Customizable window sizes and positions • Smooth transitions between modes • Support for multiple video platforms • Easy drag-and-drop interface • Battery-efficient design Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone who wants to boost their productivity. Whether you're taking notes during online lectures, monitoring live streams while working, or just want to enhance your multitasking capabilities, our app has you covered. Note: Some features may require in-app purchases to unlock full functionality. Privacy Policy: https://www.koza.works/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Tab Display3 screens
split screen4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tab Display at 4.2 against split screen's 3.0. Tab Display also leads on review sentiment (17% vs 0%) and ratings volume (17 vs 2). split screen's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Tab Display sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and split screen sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tab Display holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tab Display has 17 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Tab Display's written reviews are positive against 0% of split screen's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tab Display ships an update every 4 weeks, split screen every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and July 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Tab Display versus split screen: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTab Displaysplit screen
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (17 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings17 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJaeil RohDogancan Mavideniz

Customer experience

Tab Display

All ratings17 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative17.6%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative66.7%

split screen

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tab Display

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
4 purchases

split screen

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Premium$3.997 Days
  • Weekly premium with trial3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Premium$24.991 Year
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  • Premium3 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Tab Display free?
Tab Display is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is split screen free?
split screen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tab Display or split screen?
Tab Display is rated higher. Tab Display averages 4.2 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while split screen averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Tab Display or split screen have ads?
Tab Display shows ads; split screen does not.
Which is updated more often, Tab Display or split screen?
Tab Display ships an update every 4 weeks, and split screen every 2 days. Most recently, Tab Display was updated on September 17, 2026 and split screen on July 20, 2026.

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