# KMPlayer vs Cast to TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: KMPlayer at 66% against Cast to TV's 0%. KMPlayer also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cast to TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. KMPlayer asks for nothing beyond the download.

KMPlayer holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KMPlayer has 3.3K ratings behind it against 99, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of KMPlayer's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cast to TV's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | KMPlayer | Cast to TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmplayer/id835776444/reviews)** | [2.5 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-to-tv-wireless-display/id1591854871/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 99 |
| Positive reviews | **66.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 137 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PANDORATV Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/402122835) | [Dong Le](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591854873) |

## What reviewers say

### KMPlayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmplayer/id835776444)

A versatile media player that handles all high-resolution video, music, and subtitle formats. Offers advanced playback controls, color adjustments, and subtitle customization.

**Highlights:** Plays all video and music formats, Supports numerous subtitle formats, Bookmark playback sections, Adjust video color and playback speed, Stream videos via URL, Network and cloud storage support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Well-designed interface
- 🚀 Plays a variety of formats
- 🚀 Excellent media player
- 🚀 Best video player on iOS

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Video playback issues
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- 🐛 Subtitles not working
- 🐛 Brightness issues

**Reported bugs**

- Video playback freezes
- Audio desynchronization issues
- Crashes when playing certain file types
- Network share access problems
- Brightness control malfunctions

**Requested features**

- Add Picture-in-Picture support
- Implement Chromecast/AirPlay integration
- Improve subtitle handling and customization
- Add more aspect ratio options
- Implement a dark mode


### Cast to TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-to-tv-wireless-display/id1591854871)

Mirror your phone or tablet screen to a smart TV or display. Stream movies, photos, videos, and share apps or documents on a big screen. Enjoy a seamless wireless display experience with fast and easy connections.

**Highlights:** Screen mirroring to smart TVs, Wireless display sharing, Stream movies and videos, Share photos and documents, Fast and simple connection, Supports all media files

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cast TV Access Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Cast TV Access Annunal | $33.99 | per year |

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Does not work
- 💸 Charged illegally
- 🚫 Unable to cancel
- 👎 Scam
- 💰 Overcharged

**Reported bugs**

- App does nothing
- Buttons do nothing
- TV does nothing
- App can't find smart TVs
- App doesn't cast


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KMPlayer free?

KMPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cast to TV free?

Cast to TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, KMPlayer or Cast to TV?

KMPlayer is rated higher. KMPlayer averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Cast to TV averages 2.5 from 99 ratings.

### Do KMPlayer or Cast to TV have ads?

Cast to TV shows ads; KMPlayer does not.

### Which is updated more often, KMPlayer or Cast to TV?

KMPlayer ships an update every 9 days, and Cast to TV every 9 days. Most recently, KMPlayer was updated on November 6, 2026 and Cast to TV on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*