Comparison

Screen Mirroring vs Miracast・Screen Mirroring

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

Head to head
About

Screen Mirroring

Instantly stream your iPhone screen, photos, videos, and apps to various smart TVs and streaming devices over Wi-Fi. Enjoy HD and 4K casting with low latency and no cables required. Perfect for entertainment, presentations, and sharing memories on the big screen.

Highlights
  • Full screen mirroring in HD
  • Photo and video casting (HD/4K)
  • YouTube and media casting
  • Browser mirroring
  • Document and PDF casting
  • Wireless setup, no cables needed
  • Auto-detect nearby devices
Features
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Mirror Your iPhone to Any TV Instantly Stream your screen, photos, videos, and apps to Smart TV, Roku, Chromecast, and Fire TV in seconds. No cables just tap and cast. Mirror screen content from your iPhone in stunning HD with zero setup hassle. WHAT YOU CAN MIRROR Mirror your full iPhone screen in real time. Cast photos, videos, music, YouTube clips, slideshows, web browsers, presentations, and documents straight to the big screen. Share family memories, work decks, and movie nights without any setup. Mirror to TV from anywhere in the house over Wi-Fi. WORKS WITH EVERY TV Connect to Smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony, Hisense, TCL, Vizio, Panasonic, Philips, Sharp, and more. Compatible with AirPlay, Roku, Chromecast, Fire TV, Apple TV, and other major streaming devices and dongles. Whether you call it screen mirroring, screencast, tvcast, smartview, castplay, or phone mirroring, this app handles it all in one place. POWERFUL FEATURES Full screen mirror with low latency and crisp HD output Photo and video casting in HD and 4K YouTube and media casting from your favorite streaming apps Browser mirroring to view websites, articles, and live streams on TV Document and PDF casting for meetings, lessons, and study sessions Slideshow mode with smooth transitions and music Share files, links, screens, and tabs with one tap AirPlay support for Apple TV and AirPlay-enabled Smart TVs iPhone mirroring without extra hardware, adapters, or HDMI cables Auto-detect nearby devices on your network for instant pairing Background audio mirroring for music, podcasts, and calls Rotate, zoom, and adjust display to fit your screen perfectly PERFECT FOR Movie nights and binge-watching with friends and family. Showing off vacation photos and reels on the big screen. Business presentations, sales pitches, and remote work meetings. Classroom lessons, lectures, and online tutorials. Streaming sports, gaming highlights, and live events. Pulling up recipes, workouts, and how-to videos in the kitchen, gym, or garage. Sharing baby photos with grandparents and turning birthdays into slideshows. NO CABLES, NO HASSLE Skip the HDMI cables, adapters, and dongles. Connect over Wi-Fi and start mirroring in under a minute. Quick setup, stable connection, smooth playback, and a clean, simple interface that anyone in the family can use from kids to grandparents. HOW IT WORKS Open the app and choose your TV or streaming device. Tap connect and confirm the pairing on your TV. Choose what to share screen, photos, videos, browser, or documents. Enjoy your content on the big screen instantly, with full control from your phone. WORKS ON EVERY MAJOR PLATFORM Built for AirPlay, Roku, Chromecast, Fire TV, and DLNA-compatible Smart TVs. Compatible with most Wi-Fi routers and home networks. Optimized for the latest iOS releases and tuned for low battery use during long streaming sessions. PRIVACY FIRST Your content stays between your phone and your TV. No accounts required, no tracking, no ads sneaking onto your screen, and no nonsense just a fast, reliable mirroring experience you can trust. From late-night movies to last-minute meetings, turn any TV into your second screen. Download Screen Mirroring - View TV today and start casting, sharing, and streaming in seconds. You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase. Auto-renewable subscription Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase Privacy & policy: https://www.plainraw.com/markdown/81074e00bcfc Terms of service: https://www.plainraw.com/markdown/245506ed8609

About

Miracast・Screen Mirroring

Easily cast photos, videos, and music from your iPhone to your TV. Enjoy your media on the big screen with simple playback controls and fast device discovery. Perfect for sharing memories or enjoying content with others.

Highlights
  • Cast videos, photos, and music
  • Screen mirroring
  • Custom banner messages
  • Fast device discovery
  • Simple playback controls
  • Auto-connect support
Features
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Cast photos, videos, and more from your iPhone to your TV in seconds with the Miracast App. Miracast helps you enjoy your favorite media on the big screen without complicated setup. Share photo albums, watch personal videos, play music, and stream and control your casting session directly from your iPhone. Whether you are sharing vacation memories, watching home videos, or playing music at home, the Miracast App makes it easy to connect, choose your content, and start casting. MAIN FEATURES - Cast Videos Stream videos from your iPhone to your TV with simple playback controls. Great for home videos, saved clips, family moments, and personal media. - Cast Photos View your favorite photos on your TV instead of passing your phone around. Browse your photo library, select what you want to share, and enjoy your memories on a bigger screen. Wireless display to your TV made easy! - Cast Messages Cast custom banner messages to the TV like Happy Birthday and Congratulations, with text and emojis and backgrounds, great for parties and events. - Screen Mirroring Cast screen in landscape mode and portrait mode to TV using live streaming technology. - Stream Music Play songs and playlists on compatible devices and control playback from your phone. - Fast Device Discovery Find compatible casting devices on your Wi-Fi network and connect quickly. - Simple Playback Controls Control your media from one clean interface. Pause, skip, adjust volume, manage playback, and keep the experience simple. - Auto-Connect Support Reconnect to your last used device faster, so you can spend less time setting up and more time watching. - Clean, Modern Design Miracast is built to feel simple, polished, and easy to use. No cluttered menus. No confusing setup. Just open the app, connect, and cast. HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect your iPhone and casting device to the same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open Miracast App and select an available device. 3. Choose photos, videos, or music from your iPhone. 4. Start casting to your TV.

Screenshots

Screen Mirroring4 screens
Miracast・Screen Mirroring4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Screen Mirroring at 100% against Miracast・Screen Mirroring's 50%. Screen Mirroring also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4). Miracast・Screen Mirroring's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, 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 Mirroring sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Miracast・Screen Mirroring asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Screen Mirroring holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Miracast・Screen Mirroring has 56 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Screen Mirroring's written reviews are positive against 50% of Miracast・Screen Mirroring's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Screen Mirroring ships an update every 6 weeks, Miracast・Screen Mirroring every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Screen Mirroring versus Miracast・Screen Mirroring: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen MirroringMiracast・Screen Mirroring
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.4 (56 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings256 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.5 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValerian KokhreidzeSilver Elm Systems LLC

Customer experience

Screen Mirroring

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Miracast・Screen Mirroring

All ratings46 ratings
Positive84.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Screen Mirroring

Subscriptions2
  • Pro3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Pro$49.991 Year
None

Miracast・Screen Mirroring

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Screen Mirroring free?
Screen Mirroring is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Miracast・Screen Mirroring free?
Miracast・Screen Mirroring is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Screen Mirroring or Miracast・Screen Mirroring?
Screen Mirroring is rated higher. Screen Mirroring averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Miracast・Screen Mirroring averages 4.4 from 56 ratings.
Do Screen Mirroring or Miracast・Screen Mirroring have ads?
Neither Screen Mirroring nor Miracast・Screen Mirroring shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Screen Mirroring or Miracast・Screen Mirroring?
Screen Mirroring ships an update every 6 weeks, and Miracast・Screen Mirroring every 4 days. Most recently, Screen Mirroring was updated on October 31, 2026 and Miracast・Screen Mirroring on November 13, 2026.

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