Comparison

Nero Receiver vs AirPlay Cast

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

Head to head
About

Nero Receiver

Stream videos, photos, and music from your PC to your mobile device wirelessly. Play media between different mobile devices on the same WiFi network, even across platforms. Enjoy easy playback and control of your home media library.

Highlights
  • Stream videos, photos, and music
  • Wireless media playback on mobile
  • Cross-platform media sharing
  • Control playback from smartphone
  • AI Tagging for photos
  • Themed slideshows
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Stream videos, photos & music via your PC in your home network and play your media wirelessly on your mobile device with super easy to use Nero Receiver App. Also stream media files between different mobile devices within the same WiFi network – even platform independent. E.g. use Nero Streaming Player App on one mobile device as a wireless media controller and via Nero Receiver App let your second mobile device become your wireless media player. Nero Receiver App is also compatible with numerous other UPnP / DLNA media servers and media player apps. * Stream videos, photos & music to your tablet in the garden! * Listen to PC music playlists on your smartphone in the bedroom! * Friends came over? Show some photos & slideshows sitting on the couch! Nero Receiver provides you with an easy and high quality solution! - Play photos, videos & music stored on the PC to your mobile device - Stream music and music playlists - Stream photos and slideshows - Cast single videos or several videos in a row - Play any media file from Media Player® to your tablet or mobile - Cast media files using any UPnP / DLNA media servers - Pause or stop media playback and skip titles using your smartphone Special features in combination with Nero MediaHome®: - AI Tags: automatic categorize your photos by content - Transcoding: always stream in device-compatible format - Face Recognition: automatic categorization of your photo library by persons - Geotagging: sort photos by places you have visited - Themed Slideshows: stream slideshows with automatic intro/outro, transitions & music How to stream to Nero Receiver App via Nero MediaHome: 1. Open Nero MediaHome on your PC. 2. In the upper right corner you'll find a screen symbol as ‘Play To’ device selection window. 3. Select your tablet or smartphone from the list. 4. Select a video, photo, a slideshow, or a music playlist in Nero MediaHome. 5. Press play in Nero MediaHome & start enjoying your content around the house on your mobile device! For how to proceed with other UPNP / DLNA media servers check out Nero Know HowApp under FAQ 'Nero Receiver'. Please note: Your PC and mobile device need to be on the same WiFi. It is highly recommended to use only in private and secured wireless networks.

About

AirPlay Cast

Easily share your phone's content on larger screens with reliable screen mirroring and playback control. Stream videos, photos, and music, or mirror your entire screen for presentations and gaming. Use your phone as a remote for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Cast videos, photos, and music
  • Real-time screen mirroring
  • Phone-based TV control
  • Share moments with family
  • Play music through TV speakers
  • Wireless connection over Wi-Fi
Features
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A Practical Way to Share Your Phone on Bigger Screens This app is designed for people who want a straightforward and stable way to display phone content on larger screens at home or at work. Instead of complex setups or unnecessary features, the app focuses on reliable casting, smooth screen mirroring, and simple control across everyday devices. Whether you’re watching videos, sharing personal moments, or presenting content, the app helps you move what’s on your phone to the screen everyone can see. What You Can Do with the App Cast Personal & Online Content Easily display videos, photos, music, and web pages from your phone onto compatible TVs or computers. This is ideal for watching clips, browsing content, or enjoying personal media on a larger display. Instant Screen Mirroring Mirror your phone screen in real time with minimal delay. Useful for mobile games, presentations, video calls, tutorials, or app demonstrations—exactly as they appear on your phone. Phone-Based TV Control Use your phone as a convenient controller to manage playback, adjust volume, navigate apps, and switch content without relying on a physical remote. Share Moments Together Turn your TV into a shared viewing space for family photos, videos, and memories. Great for gatherings, holidays, or casual time at home. Play Music Through TV Speakers Send music directly from your phone to your TV for a fuller sound experience—perfect for background music, workouts, or relaxing evenings. Designed for Everyday Use • No cables required • No extra hardware • Works over the same Wi-Fi network • Clean interface focused on core functionality The app supports a wide range of modern TVs and streaming devices, making it adaptable to different home setups. Who Is This App For? • Users who want a simple and dependable casting solution • Families sharing content on a single screen • Gamers and presenters who need real-time mirroring • Anyone who prefers control from their phone Keep It Simple. Keep It Connected. Share your screen. Show your content. Stay in control. Download the app and use your TV the way you already use your phone. Terms of Service: https://byvn.net/iseS Privacy Policy: https://byvn.net/ORWS

Screenshots

Nero Receiver3 screens
AirPlay Cast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: AirPlay Cast at 4.1 against Nero Receiver's 3.3. AirPlay Cast also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 5 months). Nero Receiver's advantage is device support (5 vs 3) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Nero Receiver sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AirPlay Cast sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AirPlay Cast holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AirPlay Cast has 14K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 14% of Nero Receiver's written reviews are positive against 7% of AirPlay Cast's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nero Receiver ships an update every 5 months, AirPlay Cast daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Nero Receiver versus AirPlay Cast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNero ReceiverAirPlay Cast
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (6 ratings)4.1 (14K ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews — better6.9% of reviews
Number of ratings614K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#134 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNero AGTaro Aso

Customer experience

Nero Receiver

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

AirPlay Cast

All ratings12,738 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral5.2%
Negative18.0%
Written reviews419 reviews
Positive6.9%
Neutral1.2%
Negative91.9%

Bugs and requests

Nero Receiver

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

AirPlay Cast

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App freezes on launch
  • Connectivity issues

Requested features

2 requests
  • Free trial option
  • Better compatibility with smart TVs

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Nero Receiver

One-time1
  • Remove advertising$0.99
2 purchases

AirPlay Cast

Subscriptions1
  • Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
One-time1
  • Upgrade Premium$4.99

Questions

Is Nero Receiver free?
Nero Receiver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AirPlay Cast free?
AirPlay Cast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Nero Receiver or AirPlay Cast?
AirPlay Cast is rated higher. Nero Receiver averages 3.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while AirPlay Cast averages 4.1 from 14K ratings.
Do Nero Receiver or AirPlay Cast have ads?
Nero Receiver shows ads; AirPlay Cast does not.
Which is updated more often, Nero Receiver or AirPlay Cast?
Nero Receiver ships an update every 5 months, and AirPlay Cast daily. Most recently, Nero Receiver was updated on October 24, 2026 and AirPlay Cast on October 27, 2026.

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