# Duet Display vs Split Screen View

Duet Display and Split Screen View both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 45% of Duet Display's written reviews are positive against 19% of Split Screen View's. Duet Display also leads on ratings volume (49K vs 844) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Duet Display sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Split Screen View sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Duet Display against 4.4 for Split Screen View. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Duet Display has 49K ratings behind it against 844, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of Duet Display's written reviews are positive against 19% of Split Screen View's.

Duet Display ships an update every 3 weeks, Split Screen View every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Duet Display | Split Screen View |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duet-display/id935754064/reviews)** | [4.4 (844 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-screen-view/id1507299729/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **49K** | 844 |
| Positive reviews | **45.5% of reviews** | 19.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 59 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Duet, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/935754063) | [Yana Shestakova](https://appshunter.io/developer/1507299728) |

## What reviewers say

### Duet Display

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duet-display/id935754064)

Transform your iPad or iPhone into an advanced, lag-free extra display for your Mac or PC. Interact with your computer using touch and gestures, and unlock professional drawing capabilities with Apple Pencil support.

**Highlights:** Extra display for Mac & PC, Lag-free performance, Touch and gesture support, Apple Pencil integration, Professional drawing tools, Portable productivity

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Duet Starter (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Duet Air (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| Duet Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Duet Starter (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Duet Air (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Duet Pro (Annual) | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works seamlessly as a second screen
- 👍 Useful for productivity and multitasking
- 🎨 Great for artists and designers
- 💻 Extends desktop to iPad
- ⭐ Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Subscription model for full functionality
- 🔍 Confusing setup process
- 💸 Expensive for the features provided

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatibility with certain software and drivers
- Laggy performance and input delays
- Unreliable connection and frequent disconnects

**Requested features**

- Improved resolution and scaling options
- Better support for older devices and Windows
- More customization and control over settings
- Wireless connectivity without subscription


### Split Screen View

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-screen-view/id1507299729)

Enhance your mobile productivity by splitting your screen to multitask efficiently. Watch videos while chatting, take notes during lectures, or compare products side-by-side. Enjoy seamless browsing, shopping, and more on a single screen.

**Highlights:** Split screen multitasking, Watch video and chat simultaneously, Take notes while watching lectures, Compare products side-by-side, Read news and search events, Browse, shop, and email on one screen

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Split View Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Multi Task Dual Premium | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Full Pack | $21.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Split screen functionality
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Requires payment to use
- 🚫 Limited functionality without subscription
- 🔍 Misleading description
- 🔗 Only allows browsing, not true split-screen apps

**Reported bugs**

- YouTube videos don't play properly
- App crashes occasionally
- Unable to cancel subscription

**Requested features**

- Allow split-screen for installed apps
- Offer one-time purchase option
- Improve browser functionality to match Safari
- Add support for higher video resolutions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Duet Display free?

Duet Display is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Split Screen View free?

Split Screen View is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Duet Display or Split Screen View?

Duet Display is rated higher. Duet Display averages 4.4 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while Split Screen View averages 4.4 from 844 ratings.

### Do Duet Display or Split Screen View have ads?

Both Duet Display and Split Screen View show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Duet Display or Split Screen View?

Duet Display ships an update every 3 weeks, and Split Screen View every 6 weeks. Most recently, Duet Display was updated on October 31, 2026 and Split Screen View on October 29, 2026.

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