Comparison

Deck Buddy vs Screen Mirroring・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

Deck Buddy

Features
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Deck Buddy turns your iPhone or iPad into an intelligent control deck for your Mac.
It’s more than a “shortcut remote” - it’s a full system for fast, context-aware control that adapts to whatever you’re doing. ≋≋ Always the right buttons ≋≋ DeckBuddy can switch layouts automatically based on the app currently active on your Mac. Use one deck for Xcode, another for Safari, another for your creative tools - and let DeckBuddy keep up as you switch. ≋≋ Two ways to work ≋≋ • Auto Mode: DeckBuddy follows the active Mac app and loads the matching deck. • Manual Mode: lock a specific deck whenever you want consistent controls. ≋≋ Built for real workflows ≋≋ • Trigger keyboard shortcuts remotely from your iPhone • Run advanced actions with AppleScript on macOS • Pair fast with a 6-digit code and remember trusted devices • Discover your Mac automatically via Bonjour (no IP typing) • Capture a shortcut from your Mac keyboard and assign it to a button • Create decks with multiple pages, custom rows/columns, and iPad layouts • Personalise button styles: colours, borders, system icons, and your own SVG/PNG • Start quickly with ready-made presets for popular use cases • Import/export backups of your profiles and actions ≋≋ Mac setup that’s actually clear ≋≋ Deck Buddy includes a guided macOS onboarding screen with setup steps, Accessibility permissions, and an option to launch at login. If you love speed, shortcuts, streaming, or creative work - DeckBuddy is a great one to try ≋≋ Version 1.0 ≋≋ • First release of DeckBuddy • Auto/Manual profiles, shortcut buttons, AppleScript actions • Presets, custom layouts, and backup import/export ≋≋ SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ≋≋ • Enjoy your first 2 weeks free with an annual subscription • Enjoy your first 3 days free with a monthly subscription • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase • Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period • You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Account Settings • Pricing may vary by country or region and will be shown before purchase https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV +

Easily mirror your iPhone or iPad screen to a TV for a larger viewing experience. Share photos, videos, presentations, and stream content wirelessly without complicated setups or extra cables.

Highlights
  • Mirror iPhone and iPad screens
  • Cast photos and videos to TV
  • Share screen for presentations
  • Stream content wirelessly
  • Simple and intuitive interface
  • No extra cables required
Features
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Screen Mirroring is a convenient app for mirroring your iPhone and iPad screen to a TV. View photos and videos on a bigger screen, show presentations, share your screen during meetings, stream your favorite content to your TV, and enjoy a more comfortable viewing experience at home, in the office, or while traveling. Getting connected takes just a few simple steps. Open the app, choose a compatible TV, and start streaming. Screen Mirroring helps you quickly cast your phone’s screen to a TV without complicated setup or extra cables. It is a practical solution for movies, streams, online lessons, games, app demos, gallery photos, and family video archives. The app is perfect for a wide range of use cases. Want to show your friends vacation photos? Just mirror your screen to the TV. Need to deliver a work presentation or show a client a design mockup? Use screen mirroring for a clear and effective demonstration. Planning to follow a workout video, watch a series, a live broadcast, or videos from social media? A bigger screen makes the experience much more enjoyable. Screen Mirroring is designed to be simple and intuitive. Its clean interface helps you connect quickly and start streaming right away. The app is ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy content more comfortably, share important moments with loved ones, and get more out of their TV without additional equipment. Why do users choose Screen Mirroring? Because it is convenient for both home and work, perfect for viewing photos, videos, and presentations, helps share your screen in real time, and turns your TV into a seamless extension of your iPhone or iPad. Use Screen Mirroring every day to enjoy your favorite content on a bigger screen, share what matters without extra effort, and get more out of everyday tasks. Connect your phone to your TV and discover a new level of viewing, sharing, and presenting content. Subscription Terms: – The app offers in-app subscriptions. – Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account after purchase is confirmed. – Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. – Renewal charges are applied within 24 hours before the end of the current period, and the renewal price will be shown in advance. – You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your App Store account settings after purchase. – You may cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID settings. – Pricing may vary depending on your country, region, and applicable taxes. – If a free trial is available, the subscription will automatically renew when the trial ends unless it is canceled before the trial period expires. – Any unused portion of a free trial, if offered, will be forfeited after purchasing a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://bonpatapp.com/policy.html Terms of Use: https://bonpatapp.com/terms.html

Screenshots

Deck Buddy4 screens
Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV +4 screens

Verdict

The call

Deck Buddy and Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV + are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Deck Buddy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV + sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Deck Buddy versus Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV +: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDeck BuddyScreen Mirroring・Cast to TV +
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.8 (8 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—8 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel MiaraBON-PAT LTD

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Deck Buddy

Subscriptions2
  • DeckBuddy Premium3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • DeckBuddy Premium14 Days trial$19.991 Year
6 purchases

Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV +

Subscriptions4
  • Cast your screen to any display3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Cast your screen to any display3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
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  • premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
One-time2
  • Redeem Full HD Quality Lifetime$2.99
  • Redeem Full HD Quality Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is Deck Buddy free?
Deck Buddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV + free?
Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Deck Buddy or Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV + have ads?
Neither Deck Buddy nor Screen Mirroring・Cast to TV + shows ads.

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