Comparison

V vs SideTVs

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

Head to head
About

V

Features
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This app is designed for factories and businesses across various industries to manage and monitor company operations on mobile devices. It has three main functional modules, namely Notification, Application and Me. (1) Notification: Notification is the intelligent delivery of AI/big data-based warning/pre-warning information and manually dispatched tasks to engineers. Intellectual consists of two major modules: tasks and message. Tasks: matters that must be handled, tasks will automatically disappear after completion, and pre-warning and reporting to superiors if overdue. (2) Application: The Application consists of two major modules: module and tool. Module: Realize work indicator inquiry, analysis, and tracking. Tool: Daily office software applications. (3) Me: Me is to display user information and set up content within the app, as well as incorporate an employee skill rating feature to rate the quantity of tasks completed by employees, the time taken to complete them, and the quality of their services.

About

SideTVs

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive TV control hub. Wirelessly manage smart TVs, VR headsets, and streaming devices with remote control, screen mirroring, and media casting capabilities. Offers advanced tools for app management and file transfer.

Highlights
  • Wireless remote control for smart TVs
  • Screen mirroring and casting
  • ADB control for Android TVs
  • Media and document casting
  • App management (Pro)
  • Low-latency screen mirroring (Pro)
Features
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SideTVs — Turn Your iPhone into a TV Control Hub SideTVs is a wireless control and screen-casting tool designed for TVs, smart TVs, and VR headsets. Simply connect your phone and device to the same Wi-Fi network to enable remote control, media casting, and screen mirroring—no extra hardware required. 【Device Connection】 • Supports three connection methods: manual IP entry, LAN scanning, and wireless debugging pairing codes • Automatically saves device history and reconnects upon returning to the app • Displays real-time connection status and device information 【Virtual Remote Control】 • Includes full directional keys, OK, Back, Home, Volume, Power, and media controls • Supports ADB command transmission for controlling Android TVs and TV boxes • Supports DLNA remote control and bridges ADB devices on the same IP for a complete control experience • Compatible with native remote protocols for brands like Samsung, LG, Sony, and Roku • Supports voice input for sending text to the TV for searches or data entry 【Casting Hub】 • Media Casting: Cast local videos, audio, and images to DLNA-enabled TVs or speakers; supports simultaneous playback on multiple devices • Document Casting: Import PDFs, PPTs, Word docs, etc., and cast them page-by-page to the TV; supports zooming and automatic slideshows • Web Casting: Capture and stream the full screen to a LAN-based browser; viewable on computers or tablets via the link • Receiver Mode: Turn your phone into a DLNA receiver to accept casts from other devices on the LAN 【Pro Tools】 (SideTV Pro) • App Management: View, launch, uninstall, and install APKs • Screen Mirroring: Low-latency H.264 mirroring with touch feedback; supports ultra-high-definition casting for Quest headsets • File management, terminal shell, system status, log viewing, quick text input, one-tap cleanup, and more 【More Features】 • Home Screen widgets and Dynamic Island support for quick status checks and remote control • Optimized for iPhone and iPad widescreen layouts Usage Note SideTVs requires local network permissions to discover and control devices on the same LAN. Some features rely on the device's wireless debugging (ADB) or DLNA capabilities; please ensure the corresponding options are enabled on your TV or streaming box. You can try the remote control and screen casting functions for free five times; upgrade to SideTVs Pro to unlock all professional features. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/c9a159bf-3dc0-4ee8-84fd-7d47f5ad3edd

Screenshots

V4 screens
SideTVs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: V at none against SideTVs's 2. V also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). SideTVs's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SideTVs sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. V asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

V ships an update every 6 months, SideTVs monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
V versus SideTVs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVSideTVs
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB22 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer富泰华工业(深圳)有限公司强 王

In-app purchases

None

V

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SideTVs

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Membership$7.991 Month
One-time1
  • PROFree

Questions

Is V free?
V is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SideTVs free?
SideTVs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do V or SideTVs have ads?
Neither V nor SideTVs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, V or SideTVs?
V ships an update every 6 months, and SideTVs monthly. Most recently, V was updated on September 22, 2026 and SideTVs on October 11, 2026.

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