Comparison

HetCode vs Screen Mirror & Cast to TV

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

Head to head
About

HetCode

Features
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HetCode — Share files in the blink of an eye Send files in seconds with a simple 5-digit code. No account, no ads, no hassle. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick your files (up to 5GB) 2. Get a unique 5-digit code 3. Share the code with anyone 4. They enter the code and grab the files That's it. No emails to ask for, no long links to copy, no account to create. Just a code. WHY HETCODE - No signup — start using the app immediately - Any file type — PDFs, ZIPs, photos, videos, Office docs, Figma files, and more - Up to 5GB per upload — share big without breaking a sweat - Codes valid for 48 hours — long enough for your recipient, short enough for security - Direct print — print received PDFs with a single tap via AirPrint - Native Files integration — save received files straight to iCloud Drive or your Files app - Dead-simple UI — understood by everyone, even your mom - Cross-platform — works alongside the HetCode website, so recipients don't need the app PERFECT FOR - Sending a contract to a client - Sharing photos with family - Passing design files to a teammate - Sharing class notes with a classmate - Forwarding an invoice or quote - Sending a video too big for Messages - Printing a document on the go PRIVACY-FIRST HetCode collects zero personal data. No tracking, no profile building, no advertising. Your files are automatically deleted after 48 hours. You stay in full control. We don't ask for your email, phone number, name, or anything else. The code is the only thing you need. BUILT FOR SPEED HetCode is engineered for quick transfers. Real-time upload progress, optimized servers, and a clean interface that gets out of your way. Whether you're on the go or at your desk, sharing is one tap away. WE'RE LISTENING HetCode is actively developed. Found a bug? Have a feature request? Drop us a line at contact@houtalik.com — we read every message and ship updates fast. Download HetCode and rediscover how simple file sharing should be.

About

Screen Mirror & Cast to TV

Stream your iPhone or iPad screen, photos, videos, and music to your TV wirelessly. Browse the web within the app to cast videos directly to the big screen without needing extra hardware.

Highlights
  • Real-time screen mirroring
  • Cast photos, videos, and music
  • Web video casting
  • Wireless connection via Wi-Fi
  • Simple code-based pairing
  • Ad-supported with in-app purchases
Features
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Mirror Cast turns your TV into a wireless display for your iPhone or iPad. Share your screen, photos, videos, and music on the big screen in seconds — no cables, no Apple TV, no extra hardware required. SCREEN MIRRORING Show your entire iPhone or iPad screen on your TV in real time. Perfect for presentations, browsing photos, showing apps to family, or sharing anything on a bigger display. Just pair with the code shown on your TV and start mirroring. CAST PHOTOS, VIDEOS & MUSIC • Photos — view your gallery on the TV, full screen • Videos — stream your videos with sound, straight from your phone • Music & audio — play your audio files through your TV WEB VIDEO CASTING Browse the web inside the app and cast videos you find directly to your TV. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • Fast, simple pairing — just enter the code on your TV • Works over your home Wi-Fi — no cables needed • Clean, easy-to-use design • Cast media or mirror your whole screen — your choice HOW IT WORKS 1. Open the Screen Mirror channel on your TV 2. Open this app and enter the 6-character code shown on your TV 3. Tap Start Mirroring, or pick a photo, video, or song to cast 4. Enjoy on the big screen! Download now and put your iPhone on the big screen! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: http://techconsolidated.org/terms.html

Screenshots

HetCode4 screens
Screen Mirror & Cast to TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HetCode at none against Screen Mirror & Cast to TV's 10. HetCode also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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 Mirror & Cast to TV sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. HetCode asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HetCode versus Screen Mirror & Cast to TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHetCodeScreen Mirror & Cast to TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.7 (28 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—28 — better
Update frequency—Every 8 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB132 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMONITORING AND CLOUD MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONTech Consolidated Inc

In-app purchases

None

HetCode

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Screen Mirror & Cast to TV

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro Subription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • Weekly2 variants$6.997 Days
  • Yearly4 variants$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Pro$39.991 Year

Questions

Is HetCode free?
HetCode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Screen Mirror & Cast to TV free?
Screen Mirror & Cast to TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HetCode or Screen Mirror & Cast to TV have ads?
Screen Mirror & Cast to TV shows ads; HetCode does not.

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