Comparison

Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV vs CastOn

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

Head to head
About

Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV

Easily cast your iPhone or iPad screen to a wide range of Smart TVs and streaming devices. Enjoy lag-free streaming of videos and photos from your mobile device to the big screen. The app prioritizes security and offers compatibility with older network-connected TVs.

Highlights
  • Cast iPhone/iPad screen to Smart TVs
  • Supports Samsung, Vizio, Sony, Chromecast, TCL, LG, Roku
  • Lag-free streaming
  • No ads during mirroring
  • Secure casting
  • Compatible with older network TVs
  • Cast videos and photos from gallery
Features
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Cast your iPhone or iPad screen to Samsung, Vizio, Sony, Chromecast, TCL, LG, Roku and more! Simple control, instant screen casting of iPhone or iPad - allows you to watch content from your mobile device without delays and lags. You will not see any ads during the mirroring or casting! Just enjoy the picture on the big screen! Download the application now for Smart TV screen casting and you will surely enjoy it! - Our software has your security in mind - you can cast over an unsecured network without fear of prying eyes tapping into your content. - App also has compatibility settings so even old TV capable of network connection is supported! - Designed with speed in mind it pushes low-end iOS devices to their boundaries, making screen mirroring streaming experience very comfortable. - Instant mirroring speed to your Chromecast devices. - Casting videos and photos from the gallery in two clicks. - Support casting on Smart TV TVs of different brands. Technical details: - We support all Smart TVs. - There’s no need to install or set up anything. - Chromecast-driven devices benefit from almost zero latency to maximize your viewing experience. - Listen to the music right on your Chromecast, Google Cast-powered Smart TV or even Google Cast-powered audio speakers. Just download now and enjoy! We tailored subscriptions to fit everyone’s needs - from short-term ones (yes, you can cancel anytime - no dramas) to the yearly ones so that you can enjoy the latest updates, features and improvements. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://mushuksoftware.uz/privacy.html

About

CastOn

Easily share your iPhone screen with others on a larger display. Stream photos, videos, browser content, or even use it as a live camera feed. Features a collaborative whiteboard for shared creativity.

Highlights
  • Screen mirroring for all iPhone content
  • Cast photos and videos to TV
  • Interactive whiteboard mode
  • Live camera streaming to TV
  • Browser mirroring for shared browsing
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Meet CastOn—the screen-mirroring app that puts your iPhone on the big screen with a single tap. Still squinting at a tiny iPhone screen while everyone crowds around? CastOn wirelessly connects to your Smart TV over WiFi, so you can share TikTok, YouTube, photos, and more without passing your phone around. No cables, no setup headaches—just tap and go big. Perfect for movie nights, family gatherings, or game nights, CastOn turns every moment into one worth sharing. With CastOn, you can: • Turn solo scrolling into something everyone can enjoy. Instantly stream TikTok, YouTube, and personal media on any Smart TV and share your favorite content on the big screen. • Upgrade your game nights. Give board games a modern twist with an interactive Whiteboard that turns your television into a virtual playground for unforgettable fun with family and friends. • Find movies you'll love faster. Let AI recommend and cast movies tailored to your interests, so movie night starts in seconds—no long searches required. • Bring live events to your living room. Watch live streams and local events on your main screen and feel closer to the action as it unfolds. • Enjoy lag-free mirroring, every time. Broadcast crisp HD video and audio straight to your TV in a single tap, with perfect synchronization and zero delays. • Keep your data private. Local network streaming mirrors your screen directly to your TV, keeping your personal data on your devices—not on our servers. SCREEN MIRRORING Mirror your entire iPhone to your TV in real time—TikTok feeds, YouTube videos, your browser, and more. Full HD, perfect sync, zero delays. PHOTO & VIDEO CAST Send your camera roll straight to the TV without handing your phone around. Birthday moments, travel snaps, funny clips—right there for everyone to see. You can still check messages and use your phone while casting. WHITEBOARD Draw on your iPhone and watch it appear on your TV instantly. Sketch out a party plan, brainstorm a project, or play tic-tac-toe with the kids. The bigger the canvas, the bolder the ideas. LIVE STREAM Turn your iPhone into a live camera feed for your TV. Monitor another room, keep tabs on your pets, or stream local events and live happenings straight to your living room screen. AI MOVIE PICKS Not sure what to watch? CastOn's AI recommends movies based on your taste and casts them instantly—so movie night starts the moment you're ready. Download CastOn now and turn every shared moment into a big-screen experience! FAQ Q: Do I need cables or special equipment? A: No. Just connect your iPhone and TV to the same WiFi network—that's all it takes. Q: Is the mirroring smooth and high-quality? A: Yes. CastOn streams crisp HD video and audio over your local network with no lag. Q: Is my personal data safe? A: Absolutely. All streaming happens locally between your devices, so your data never passes through our servers. UNLIMITED ACCESS Subscribe for unlimited access to all app features. Subscriptions are billed automatically based on your selected plan. By using CastOn, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://epicscale.io/mirror_ios/privacy https://epicscale.io/mirror_ios/terms

Screenshots

Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV4 screens
CastOn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: CastOn at free with in-app purchases against Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV's subscription. CastOn also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.2) and chart position (#173 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and CastOn sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CastOn holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CastOn has 5.5K ratings behind it against 711, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV's written reviews are positive against 36% of CastOn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV ships an update fortnightly, CastOn every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV versus CastOn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen Mirroring・View Smart TVCastOn
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (711 ratings)4.5 (5.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.3% of reviews36.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7115.5K — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank—#173 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMushuk Software LtdEpicScale Inc

Customer experience

Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV

All ratings710 ratings
Positive80.4%
Neutral2.8%
Negative16.8%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive32.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative66.2%

CastOn

All ratings5,476 ratings
Positive85.8%
Neutral3.5%
Negative10.8%
Written reviews130 reviews
Positive36.2%
Neutral2.3%
Negative61.5%

User reviews

Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV

From 711 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast screen mirroring
  • 💡 Free version available
  • 🤩 Great customer service

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • ⏱️ Limited free usage time
  • 🔌 Unstable connection
  • 🔍 Poor video quality

CastOn

From 5.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • ⭐ Excellent
  • ⭐ Jesus

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Terrible app
  • 🚫 Garbage
  • 🚫 Doesn't work
  • 🚫 Worst app ever
  • 🚫 Waste of money

Bugs and requests

Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Black screen issues
  • Compatibility problems with older devices
  • Freezing on login screen

Requested features

3 requests
  • Improve gallery experience
  • Add quality control options
  • Extend free usage time

CastOn

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Doesn't cast iPhone to LG tv
  • Unsuccessful screen sharing

Requested features

1 request
  • Sound transfer to TV

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV

Subscriptions10
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV2 variants$1.997 Days
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV3 Days trial$4.997 Days
Show 7 more
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV$5.991 Month
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV$8.991 Month
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV$9.991 Month
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV$12.991 Year
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV$19.993 Months
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV3 variants$24.996 Months
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV$29.99
  • Screen Mirroring for Smart TV$39.99
11 purchases

CastOn

Subscriptions9
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • Weekly Premium$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan$6.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan$19.991 Year
  • Annually Plan$29.991 Year
  • Annually Plan$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime access$1.99
  • Lifetime access$4.99

Questions

Is Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV free?
Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CastOn free?
CastOn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV or CastOn?
CastOn is rated higher. Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV averages 4.2 out of 5 from 711 ratings, while CastOn averages 4.5 from 5.5K ratings.
Do Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV or CastOn have ads?
Both Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV and CastOn show ads.
Which is updated more often, Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV or CastOn?
Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV ships an update fortnightly, and CastOn every 4 weeks. Most recently, Screen Mirroring・View Smart TV was updated on October 27, 2026 and CastOn on October 28, 2026.

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