Comparison

Magic Switch Display Sharing vs Video Compressor App

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

Head to head
About

Magic Switch Display Sharing

Duplicate your Windows PC screen onto your iPad or iPhone, allowing touch and stylus control. It also enables projecting your iPad/iPhone screen to your Windows PC and sharing files between devices.

Highlights
  • Duplicate Windows PC screen to iOS devices
  • Touch and stylus control on iOS
  • Project iOS screen to Windows PC
  • File sharing between Windows and iOS
  • Virtual second screen generation
  • AirDrop-like file transfer
Features
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This companion application can be used with Magic Switch Display Sharing Hub Cable. Magic Switch Display Sharing 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

Video Compressor App

Reduce video file sizes to save storage space without sacrificing quality. This app offers adjustable compression settings, multiple resolution options, and the ability to exclude audio. Its user-friendly interface makes video compression simple for everyone.

Highlights
  • Adjustable compression settings
  • Versatile resolution options
  • Audio exclusion feature
  • User-friendly interface
  • Video compression history
  • Fast compression
  • Easy sharing
Features
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Looking to save storage space on your device without compromising video quality? Our free Video Compressor app is the easiest and fastest solution you can find! Key Features: - Adjustable Compression Settings: Customize the compression level to meet your storage needs. Fine-tune quality, resolution, and frames per second with ease. - Versatile Resolution Options: Tailor your videos to fit your preferences. Choose from a range of resolutions to ensure your compressed videos maintain the perfect balance of quality and file size. - Audio Exclusion Feature: Need a muted video? Our app allows you to exclude audio during compression, giving you full control over the final result. - User-Friendly Interface: No technical expertise required! Our intuitive design ensures a seamless experience for users of all skill levels. Compressing videos has never been this easy! - Video Compression History: Keep track of your compressed videos with our built-in history feature. Access your compressed videos quickly and effortlessly. - Lightning-fast Compression: Experience swift and efficient video compression. Save time without compromising on the quality of your precious videos. - Share with Ease: Compressed videos are ready to share across platforms. Share your memories without worrying about file size limitations. Privacy and Security: Your data is our priority. Rest assured, our Video Compressor App respects your privacy and ensures the security of your compressed videos.

Screenshots

Magic Switch Display Sharing4 screens
Video Compressor App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Magic Switch Display Sharing at none against Video Compressor App's shown. Magic Switch Display Sharing also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Video Compressor App's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Magic Switch Display Sharing against 4.0 for Video Compressor App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Magic Switch Display Sharing ships an update every 2 weeks, Video Compressor App every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and August 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Magic Switch Display Sharing versus Video Compressor App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagic Switch Display SharingVideo Compressor App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings)4.0 (4 ratings)
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMagic Control Technology CorporationPedro Carrazana

Customer experience

Magic Switch Display Sharing

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Video Compressor App

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Magic Switch Display Sharing

No in-app purchases

None

Video Compressor App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Magic Switch Display Sharing free?
Magic Switch Display Sharing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Video Compressor App free?
Video Compressor App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Magic Switch Display Sharing or Video Compressor App?
Magic Switch Display Sharing and Video Compressor App are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do Magic Switch Display Sharing or Video Compressor App have ads?
Video Compressor App shows ads; Magic Switch Display Sharing does not.
Which is updated more often, Magic Switch Display Sharing or Video Compressor App?
Magic Switch Display Sharing ships an update every 2 weeks, and Video Compressor App every 4 weeks. Most recently, Magic Switch Display Sharing was updated on June 1, 2026 and Video Compressor App on August 25, 2026.

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