Comparison

FluxCast vs DeckMate

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

Head to head
About

FluxCast

Seamlessly mirror your iPhone or iPad to your Tesla's display. Enjoy navigation, music, and live vehicle data with ultra-low latency and crystal-clear quality. Includes safety features and battery optimization for a better driving experience.

Highlights
  • Mirror iPhone/iPad to Tesla display
  • FluxMate Dashboard with live vehicle data
  • Ultra-low latency streaming (<300ms)
  • Crystal-clear H.265/H.264 quality
  • Safe Driving Guard limits video while driving
  • Thermal & battery optimization
  • VPN bypass for carrier restrictions
Features
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FluxCast is the ultimate screen mirroring solution designed for Tesla owners. Seamlessly view and control your iPhone or iPad directly on Tesla's large display. Why FluxCast? Even though Tesla vehicles do not support Apple CarPlay, FluxCast lets you freely enjoy navigation, music, and video content from your iPhone. It delivers ultra-low latency streaming with less than 300ms delay. Key Features: • FluxMate Dashboard — Mirroring + Live Vehicle Data (New) Turn on "FluxMate Dashboard" in Settings and open https://fluxmate.app/cast in your Tesla browser. Your mirrored screen shows on the left, while your live FluxMate dashboard — drive efficiency, charging, battery (SoC), tire pressure, weather and more — shows on the right, all on a single screen. It's optional and off by default; classic full-screen mirroring continues to work without it. • Ultra-Low Latency Streaming Provides near real-time responsiveness, ensuring a smooth experience even when using navigation. • H.265 / H.264 — Crystal-Clear Quality Sharp and smooth even during fast motion. Newer Teslas (MCU3 · AMD Ryzen) automatically use the efficient H.265 codec, while older models (MCU2 · Intel Atom) use the reliable MJPEG — matched to your car.  - Default: H.265 at 720p (the sweet spot of sharpness and stability — recommended)  - Maximum quality: manually selectable up to 1080p at 60 fps  - Older Teslas (MCU2): MJPEG at 540p by default for reliable playback • Safe Driving Guard An intelligent safety feature that limits video playback while driving and prioritizes navigation-focused screen layouts. • Thermal & Battery Optimization Variable Frame Rate (VFR) and thermal monitoring help prevent overheating and reduce battery consumption during long drives. • VPN Bypass If your carrier blocks the connection, enable the built-in VPN in Settings to instantly restore mirroring. How to Use: 1. Connect your iPhone to your Tesla's Wi-Fi hotspot. ("Remain Connected in Drive" option enabled) 2. Tap "Start Mirroring" in the FluxCast app. 3. Enter the provided local URL (https://cast.fluxmate.app or http://192.0.0.2:8080) in the Tesla browser to begin mirroring instantly. Notes: If connection fails due to carrier restrictions, enable the VPN option in Settings to bypass the network policy. Due to iOS system policies, DRM-protected content such as Netflix and Apple Music cannot be mirrored. DO NOT use the app while driving. FluxCast requires MCU2 hardware. including Model S(March 2018 or later) / Model 3 / Model Y / Model X(March 2018 or later) This is NOT an official app of Tesla. Tesla is trademark of Tesla, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Terms of Use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DeckMate

Transform your iPhone into a personalized control panel for your Mac. Create custom button grids to launch, quit, or toggle applications with a single tap. Monitor running apps and access Mac features remotely.

Highlights
  • Customizable button grid
  • One-tap app launching/toggling
  • Real-time app status indicators
  • Remote control of Mac features
  • Automatic Mac discovery
  • Drag-and-drop button arrangement
  • Color customization
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Turn your iPhone into a custom control deck for your Mac. DeckMate lets you create a customizable button grid on your iPhone to launch, quit, or toggle Mac apps with a single tap. Features: • Custom Button Grid — Pick apps from your Mac and build your own control deck • One-Tap Control — Launch or Toggle actions for instant app control • Real-Time Status — See which apps are running with green indicators • Show Desktop & Mission Control — Trigger remotely from your iPhone • Auto Discovery — Finds your Mac automatically on the same Wi-Fi • Drag & Drop — Rearrange buttons however you like • Color Customization — 7 rainbow presets + custom colors • Screen Keep-Awake — Prevent screen dimming while in use How to use: 1. Install and run DeckMate Mac (free companion app) on your Mac 2. Open DeckMate on your iPhone — it finds your Mac automatically 3. Enter the token and connect 4. Add buttons and control your Mac apps with one tap! Requirements: • Mac companion app required (free download at https://wkdevtech.com/DeskMate) • iPhone and Mac must be on the same Wi-Fi network

Screenshots

FluxCast4 screens
DeckMate3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DeckMate at 5.0 against FluxCast's 3.0. DeckMate also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). FluxCast's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.5). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. FluxCast sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DeckMate asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DeckMate holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FluxCast ships an update every 5 days, DeckMate every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
FluxCast versus DeckMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFluxCastDeckMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 8 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlanetX SoftWonkyoung Seo

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FluxCast

One-time1
  • FluxCast Pro$9.99
None

DeckMate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FluxCast free?
FluxCast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DeckMate free?
DeckMate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FluxCast or DeckMate?
DeckMate is rated higher. FluxCast averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while DeckMate averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do FluxCast or DeckMate have ads?
Neither FluxCast nor DeckMate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FluxCast or DeckMate?
FluxCast ships an update every 5 days, and DeckMate every 8 days. Most recently, FluxCast was updated on October 16, 2026 and DeckMate on October 2, 2026.

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