Comparison

Wormhole vs HDMI

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

Head to head
About

Wormhole

Connect your Windows PC and iPad/iPhone to mirror screens, control your PC with touch, or share files. Experience seamless interaction between devices, extending your workflow.

Highlights
  • Screen mirroring between Windows and iOS
  • Touch and stylus control for Windows on iOS
  • Virtual second screen creation
  • iOS screen projection to Windows
  • AirDrop-like file sharing
  • Media content sharing
Features
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This companion application can be used with j5create CrossLink Hub Cable. j5create CrossLink Hub Cable is a USB hub with host to host connection cable function, besides the hub function, this link cable can also be used to connect Windows PC and iPad/iPhone, once the connection is completed, users can easily duplicate the screen to iPad/iPhone , whereas in an iPad/iPhone you can see the contents of the Windows screen there, you can control or draw something in Windows with your finger or a stylus, and touch events or stylus traces and pen pressure are reflected to Windows, just like directly in operate the touch screen with a finger or a pen on a Windows PC. In addition to mapping the main screen of the Windows PC and directly viewing and operating on the iPad/iPhone, the APP also provides the function of generating a virtual second screen, and at the same time project this virtual second screen to the iPad/iPhone, and directly operate on the iPad/iPhone. Conversely, we can also project the content of the iPad/iPhone to the Windows PC through this cable connection, this function is like AirPlay, you can directly see the screen content and operation of the iPad/iPhone on the screen of the Windows PC. In addition to video screen projection and copying, the app also supports AirDrop-like functionality, allowing you to easily share media content such as videos, photos or files to a "Download" location on your Windows PC. You can also share files to your iPad/iPhone just like you can with AirDrop on a Mac by right-clicking on the file in Windows File Explorer and selecting the share menu function.

About

HDMI

Transform your device into an external monitor for gaming, photography, and video. Connect consoles, cameras, PCs, and more for high-quality HD streaming. Enjoy a portable display and immersive audio experience.

Highlights
  • External display functionality
  • Connect gaming consoles
  • High-quality HD streaming
  • Supports cameras and PCs
  • Portable screen solution
  • USB-C video capture card compatible
Features
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Turn your device into an external display with HDMI Monitor, perfect for gaming, photo- & video-shooting, and more. Connect your gaming console to your device and enjoy your favorite games without the need to have a TV or Display at hand. Key Features: - Versatile Functionality: Seamless integration with consoles, cameras, professional photoshooting gear, PC, and just about any other device that supports HDMI output. - High-Quality Streaming: Crystal-clear HD video and high-quality audio, with full support for your headphones. - Get a Display and High-Quality Speakers: Turn your device into a media station that’s part of the ecosystem that you can access for complete immersion and 100% satisfaction. - Fast and User-Friendly: Quick setup and responsive design for a hassle-free experience. Improved Connectivity: - Use a simple USB-C video-capture card for easy connection. - Supports various resolutions and frame rates for optimal video clarity. Ideal For: - Gamers, photographers, videographers and geeks. - Anyone needing a portable screen for games, movies, TV, or presentations. You need: HDMI to USB-C Video Capture Card, iPad with USB-C and iOS 17 Try the ultimate app that turns your device into a universal display!

Screenshots

Wormhole4 screens
HDMI3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HDMI at 52% against Wormhole's 20%. Wormhole's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wormhole ships an update weekly, HDMI every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Wormhole versus HDMI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWormholeHDMI
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.9 (75 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews52.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—75 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerj5createIon Danilov

Customer experience

Wormhole

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative60.0%

HDMI

All ratings74 ratings
Positive47.3%
Neutral4.1%
Negative48.6%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive52.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative47.8%

In-app purchases

None

Wormhole

No in-app purchases

None

HDMI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Wormhole free?
Wormhole is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HDMI free?
HDMI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Wormhole or HDMI have ads?
Neither Wormhole nor HDMI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wormhole or HDMI?
Wormhole ships an update weekly, and HDMI every 3 weeks. Most recently, Wormhole was updated on October 3, 2026 and HDMI on October 20, 2026.

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