SideTVs vs MileageMate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SideTVs
Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive TV control hub. Wirelessly manage smart TVs, VR headsets, and streaming devices with remote control, screen mirroring, and media casting capabilities. Offers advanced tools for app management and file transfer.
- Wireless remote control for smart TVs
- Screen mirroring and casting
- ADB control for Android TVs
- Media and document casting
- App management (Pro)
- Low-latency screen mirroring (Pro)
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SideTVs — Turn Your iPhone into a TV Control Hub SideTVs is a wireless control and screen-casting tool designed for TVs, smart TVs, and VR headsets. Simply connect your phone and device to the same Wi-Fi network to enable remote control, media casting, and screen mirroring—no extra hardware required. 【Device Connection】 • Supports three connection methods: manual IP entry, LAN scanning, and wireless debugging pairing codes • Automatically saves device history and reconnects upon returning to the app • Displays real-time connection status and device information 【Virtual Remote Control】 • Includes full directional keys, OK, Back, Home, Volume, Power, and media controls • Supports ADB command transmission for controlling Android TVs and TV boxes • Supports DLNA remote control and bridges ADB devices on the same IP for a complete control experience • Compatible with native remote protocols for brands like Samsung, LG, Sony, and Roku • Supports voice input for sending text to the TV for searches or data entry 【Casting Hub】 • Media Casting: Cast local videos, audio, and images to DLNA-enabled TVs or speakers; supports simultaneous playback on multiple devices • Document Casting: Import PDFs, PPTs, Word docs, etc., and cast them page-by-page to the TV; supports zooming and automatic slideshows • Web Casting: Capture and stream the full screen to a LAN-based browser; viewable on computers or tablets via the link • Receiver Mode: Turn your phone into a DLNA receiver to accept casts from other devices on the LAN 【Pro Tools】 (SideTV Pro) • App Management: View, launch, uninstall, and install APKs • Screen Mirroring: Low-latency H.264 mirroring with touch feedback; supports ultra-high-definition casting for Quest headsets • File management, terminal shell, system status, log viewing, quick text input, one-tap cleanup, and more 【More Features】 • Home Screen widgets and Dynamic Island support for quick status checks and remote control • Optimized for iPhone and iPad widescreen layouts Usage Note SideTVs requires local network permissions to discover and control devices on the same LAN. Some features rely on the device's wireless debugging (ADB) or DLNA capabilities; please ensure the corresponding options are enabled on your TV or streaming box. You can try the remote control and screen casting functions for free five times; upgrade to SideTVs Pro to unlock all professional features. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/c9a159bf-3dc0-4ee8-84fd-7d47f5ad3edd
MileageMate
Easily track your vehicle's fuel efficiency, costs, and energy consumption for cars, motorcycles, and EVs. Get instant insights into your vehicle's performance with private, offline logging and quick data entry.
- Multi-vehicle support
- Instant efficiency analytics
- 100% private and offline
- Premium dark mode
- Easy backup and restore
- Quick logging
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MileageMate is the ultimate companion for tracking your vehicle’s efficiency, fuel costs, and energy consumption. Whether you ride a motorcycle, drive a daily commuter car, or charge an electric vehicle (EV), MileageMate adapts to your needs with an elegant, easy-to-use interface. Stop guessing your vehicle’s real-world efficiency. With MileageMate, simply log your odometer reading and fuel/energy added at every fill-up, and the app instantly calculates your true efficiency (KMPL or KM/kWh) and tracks your trends over time. KEY FEATURES: • Multi-Vehicle Support: Track your car, bike, and EV all in one place. Switch seamlessly between profiles with dynamic units tailored to your vehicle type (Liters vs. kWh). • Instant Analytics: View beautiful charts and get insights into your Best, Worst, and Average efficiency metrics at a glance. • 100% Private & Offline: Your data belongs to you. MileageMate stores everything securely on your local device—no accounts, no cloud tracking, no subscriptions required. • Premium Dark Mode: Designed with a stunning, battery-saving "Zinc" Dark Mode that looks incredible on OLED screens. • Easy Backup & Restore: Export your logs to a JSON file and save them anywhere, ensuring you never lose your history when changing phones. • Quick Logging: A beautifully streamlined input screen lets you log your trips, fill-ups, and optional notes in seconds. Take control of your vehicle's performance and start tracking smarter with MileageMate!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SideTVs at 5.0 against MileageMate's 1.0. MileageMate's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. SideTVs sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. MileageMate asks for nothing beyond the download.
SideTVs holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
| Parameter | SideTVs | MileageMate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 强 王 | Pratik Ghimire |
In-app purchases
SideTVs
- Monthly Membership$7.991 Month
- PROFree
MileageMate
No in-app purchases








