# G vs TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: G at none against TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV's 11. G also leads on ads (none vs shown). TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV's advantage is rating (3.9 vs 3.4) and review sentiment (45% vs 30%). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. G asks for nothing beyond the download.

TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 243 and 949 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of G's written reviews are positive against 45% of TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV's.

G ships an update every 3 months, TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | G | TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (243 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g-mscreen-multiple-screen/id921933799/reviews) | **[3.9 (949 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-cast-for-dlna-smart-tv/id978357787/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 243 | **949** |
| Positive reviews | 29.6% of reviews | **45.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 93 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [日昕 白](https://appshunter.io/developer/921933798) | [Kraus und Karnath GbR 2Kit Consulting](https://appshunter.io/developer/477998014) |

## What reviewers say

### G

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g-mscreen-multiple-screen/id921933799)

Control your Set Top Box (STB) remotely from your mobile device. Manage channels, use a virtual remote, and access the electronic program guide. Adjust STB settings like sleep timers and parental controls.

**Highlights:** Search and switch STB channels, Edit channels (move, rename, delete, lock, favorite, sort), Watch STB channels on mobile, View Electronic Program Guide (EPG), Virtual remote control interface, Add/edit/delete STB timers, Change STB settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Effective remote control functionality
- 🎯 Works well when properly connected
- ⭐ Game-changing app for eliminating physical remotes
- 🔧 Improved stability in recent versions
- 📱 Useful for STB device management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection failures to receiver
- ⏱️ Extremely slow channel loading times
- ❌ App crashes and freezes regularly
- 🔌 Poor iOS compatibility (especially iOS 13+)
- 📊 Cannot display large channel lists (500+ channels)

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot connect to receiver after updates
- App stuck on 'Getting Channel' screen
- App crashes on iPhone 6, 6s, and SE models
- Connection hangs indefinitely
- Channel list fails to load or display

**Requested features**

- Audio change control on remote
- Screen mirroring capability
- Direct channel streaming to mobile device
- Satellite selection button
- Language preference settings


### TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-cast-for-dlna-smart-tv/id978357787)

Stream web videos, online movies, and personal media to your DLNA-enabled TV or device. Browse the web, detect video links, and cast content with a single tap. Enjoy your favorite shows on the big screen without time limits.

**Highlights:** Stream web videos and online movies, Cast personal photos, videos, and music, Supports DLNA/UPnP/AllShare devices, MP4, m3u8, HLS live streaming support, Full HD streaming, Ad-blocker and bookmark features (premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads (Bronze) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads (Silver) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ad-Blocker | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bookmarks | $2.99 | one-time |
| Desktop Mode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Change Homepage | $2.99 | one-time |
| Local Videos | $2.99 | one-time |
| Passcode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tor-powered Onion Browser | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Edition | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads (Platinum) | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful features
- 🔒 No ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🔍 Lacks functionality
- 💰 Expensive
- ⚠️ Unreliable connection

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to detect DLNA devices
- Video playback issues
- Compatibility problems with certain TVs

**Requested features**

- Video playback controls
- Support for more devices
- Improved stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is G free?

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

### Is TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, G or TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV?

TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV is rated higher. G averages 3.4 out of 5 from 243 ratings, while TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV averages 3.9 from 949 ratings.

### Do G or TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV have ads?

TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV shows ads; G does not.

### Which is updated more often, G or TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV?

G ships an update every 3 months, and TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV every 4 months. Most recently, G was updated on October 24, 2026 and TV Cast for DLNA Smart TV on November 1, 2026.

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