# Cast for Chromecast vs Remote Control Sam TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote Control Sam TV at 51% against Cast for Chromecast's 14%. Remote Control Sam TV also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.1) and iOS requirement (13.1 vs 16.0). Cast for Chromecast's advantage is ratings volume (8.7K vs 530). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cast for Chromecast sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Remote Control Sam TV sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Control Sam TV holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cast for Chromecast has 8.7K ratings behind it against 530, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Cast for Chromecast's written reviews are positive against 51% of Remote Control Sam TV's.

Cast for Chromecast ships an update fortnightly, Remote Control Sam TV every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cast for Chromecast | Remote Control Sam TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (8.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-for-chromecast/id6444176737/reviews) | **[4.4 (530 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-sam-tv/id6446824311/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.7K** | 530 |
| Positive reviews | 14.2% of reviews | **50.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 63 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Creative Zone](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651579340) | [BRANDIX SOFT PRIVATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857640113) |

## What reviewers say

### Cast for Chromecast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-for-chromecast/id6444176737)

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Promo | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Promo | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful streaming capabilities
- 📺 Seamless TV integration
- 🎨 Beautiful and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔌 Unstable Chromecast connectivity
- 🔍 Confusing setup process
- 🔇 Poor audio quality
- 🚫 Limited device compatibility

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

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


### Remote Control Sam TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-sam-tv/id6446824311)

Control your smart TV with ease using this comprehensive remote app. Access all functions, including volume, channels, apps, and keyboard input, without needing physical buttons. Enjoy a seamless entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Full TV control, Volume and channel switching, App and menu selection, Keyboard input, Ergonomic design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Offer Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Sam Smart TV Week Premium | $3.49 | per 7 days |
| Sam Smart TV Week Premium | $3.49 | per 7 days |
| Sam Smart TV Month Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Sam Smart TV Year Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Smart View Special Offer | $59.99 | per year |
| Sam TV Remote Premium | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Works as advertised
- 🔥 Great interface
- ✨ Very good
- 💫 Excellent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezes on opening screen
- 🐛 Doesn't work on certain devices
- 🔒 No free trial
- 💰 Overpriced
- 🔍 Can't get past first page

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing on opening screen
- Connectivity issues
- Subscription problems

**Requested features**

- Landscape text input
- Dark mode
- Better TV compatibility


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cast for Chromecast free?

Cast for Chromecast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote Control Sam TV free?

Remote Control Sam TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cast for Chromecast or Remote Control Sam TV?

Remote Control Sam TV is rated higher. Cast for Chromecast averages 4.1 out of 5 from 8.7K ratings, while Remote Control Sam TV averages 4.4 from 530 ratings.

### Do Cast for Chromecast or Remote Control Sam TV have ads?

Neither Cast for Chromecast nor Remote Control Sam TV shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cast for Chromecast or Remote Control Sam TV?

Cast for Chromecast ships an update fortnightly, and Remote Control Sam TV every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cast for Chromecast was updated on October 30, 2026 and Remote Control Sam TV on October 27, 2026.

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