Comparison

Multicast vs Bigday

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

Head to head
About

Multicast

This app enables simultaneous casting of multiple photos or videos to your TV, offering split-screen and grid layouts for enhanced viewing. It supports various casting modes and protocols for seamless integration with most smart TVs, ideal for education, collaboration, and home entertainment.

Highlights
  • Split-screen casting
  • Cast multiple photos/videos simultaneously
  • Side-by-side or grid layouts
  • One-to-one and one-to-many casting
  • Optimized for no delay
  • Supports AirPlay and DLNA
Features
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This is a professional split-screen casting app that allows you to cast multiple photos or videos to your TV simultaneously, displaying them in side-by-side or grid layouts for a richer visual experience. Whether for teaching presentations, team collaboration, showroom displays, or home entertainment, it easily meets multi-content viewing needs. FEATURES Split-Screen Casting - Cast multiple photos or videos to your TV at the same time, with automatic side-by-side or grid layout rendering. Multiple Modes - Supports one-to-one casting, one-to-many casting, and other modes to adapt to different usage scenarios. No Delay - Uses an optimized, stable transmission scheme to ensure smooth and synchronized playback. Compatibility - Supports AirPlay and DLNA casting protocols, enabling connection with most smart TVs on the market. Support - Thoroughly tested and optimized for many mainstream TV brands and models. USE CASES Education & Training - Teachers can cast multiple photos, videos, and materials side by side for comparison and interactive teaching. Meetings & Collaboration - Allows multiple presenters to cast their content simultaneously, enabling clearer discussion and improved communication efficiency. Showroom & Retail Displays - Perfect for exhibitions and retail spaces to present ads, product demos, and social content in parallel, increasing information density. Home Entertainment - Can be used as a “TV photo wall,” displaying multiple photos or videos at once—ideal for family gatherings or showcasing travel albums in a lively, engaging way. TIPS FOR USE - Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. - For a more stable casting experience, consider disabling VPN or proxy services. COMPATIBILITY We have conducted extensive testing on many popular TV devices and continue to optimize compatibility across more models. Due to differences in TV brands, systems, and firmware, casting experiences may vary. If you encounter any issues, feel free to contact us—we are committed to continuous improvement.

About

Bigday

Features
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Some days are worth counting down to. Bigday keeps every one of them right where you'll see it — beautiful countdown widgets on your Home Screen and Lock Screen that show exactly how many days until the moments that matter most. From the wedding you're planning to the vacation you can't wait for, your best friend's birthday, final exams, a sold-out concert, or a baby on the way — Bigday turns the days ahead into something you can see and feel every time you pick up your phone. WIDGETS THAT LIVE WHERE YOU LOOK Add a countdown to your Home Screen or Lock Screen and never lose track of what's coming. Small, medium, and large widgets fit wherever you want them, and update automatically as the big day gets closer — so you're always just a glance away. A COUNTDOWN FOR EVERY OCCASION - Weddings, engagements & anniversaries - Vacations, trips & flights - Birthdays & celebrations - Exams, graduation & back to school - Concerts, games & big events - Baby due dates & pregnancy milestones - Retirement, holidays & the New Year Count down to a future date, or count up the days since a moment you never want to forget. BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED, MADE YOURS Every countdown is a joy to look at. Choose your colors, add your own photos, and pick a style that fits the moment — from elegant and minimal to bright and fun. Your countdowns, your way. SIMPLE, FAST & EFFORTLESS Creating a countdown takes seconds. No clutter, no learning curve — just add an event, pick a date, and watch the days tick down. Bigday is designed to feel effortless from the very first tap. FREE TO START — ONE-TIME PRO, NO SUBSCRIPTION Bigday is free to download and use. Unlock Pro once, with a single payment and never a subscription, for unlimited countdowns, every widget style, custom themes, and more. Pay once, keep it forever. WHY YOU'LL LOVE BIGDAY - See your next big day at a glance, without even opening the app - Home Screen + Lock Screen widgets that always stay current - A design you'll actually want on your screen - Made for couples, students, travelers, parents-to-be & planners - No subscription. No ads in your way. No fuss. Life is full of moments worth waiting for. Add your first countdown today — and make every big day feel a little closer. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Multicast4 screens
Bigday4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Multicast at none against Bigday's 2. Multicast also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Bigday's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. Bigday sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. Multicast asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Multicast versus Bigday: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMulticastBigday
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer正福 邹Muhammad Ashir

In-app purchases

None

Multicast

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Bigday

Subscriptions1
  • Bigday Pro - Yearly3 Days trial$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Bigday Pro - Lifetime$2.99

Questions

Is Multicast free?
Multicast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bigday free?
Bigday is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Multicast or Bigday have ads?
Multicast shows ads; Bigday does not.

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