HDMI vs SMART Mirror (For Tablets)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- External display functionality
- Connect gaming consoles
- High-quality HD streaming
- Supports cameras and PCs
- Portable screen solution
- USB-C video capture card compatible
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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!
SMART Mirror (For Tablets)
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SMART Mirror makes it easy to quickly display what’s on your screen to a compatible SMART Board® interactive display with iQ embedded computing. How it works: - Open the SMART Mirror app - Enter the connection code displayed on the SMART Board with iQ’s screen - Begin sharing This app requires a SMART Board interactive display with SMART Mirror receiver (version 4.32.2 or greater).
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HDMI at every 3 weeks against SMART Mirror (For Tablets)'s every 2 months. SMART Mirror (For Tablets)'s advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HDMI ships an update every 3 weeks, SMART Mirror (For Tablets) every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HDMI | SMART Mirror (For Tablets) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.9 (75 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 75 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ion Danilov | SMART Technologies |
In-app purchases
HDMI
No in-app purchases
SMART Mirror (For Tablets)
No in-app purchases
Questions
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