8 Best Chromecast Apps for iPhone

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8 Best Chromecast Apps for iPhone

1. DoCast

DoCast is a free Chromecast app for iPhone designed specifically for Chromecast devices and TVs with Chromecast built-in, including Android TVs. With just a few taps, you can select your Chromecast, choose HD-quality streaming, and mirror your iPhone’s screen on your TV with minimal latency. Additionally, DoCast makes it easy to cast photos and videos from your iPhone to a larger screen.

DoCast’s screen mirroring and casting features are available for free from the start. However, free users are limited to 15 minutes of mirroring and 3 minutes of casting. Unlimited access is available for $1.25 per month (billed annually), and a 7-day free trial is offered. So far, the app has earned a 5-star rating on the App Store.

Pros:

• Free mirroring and casting

• HD-quality video streaming

• Supreme latency when mirroring or casting

• A 7-day free trial is available

Cons:

• 3 minutes of casting on the free version

• No built-in player for web videos

Pricing plans:

• Free

• $3.99 monthly

• $14.99 yearly

• $19.99 lifetime

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In summary, DoCast is our top pick for a Chromecast app on iPhone, letting you mirror your iPhone screen and stream photos, videos, and music easily with almost no latency. While the free version limits streaming, mirroring, and casting time, it remains completely ad-free—a rare advantage. Upgrading to the premium version offers flexible and affordable paid plans.

How to Use DoCast

1. Download DoCast from the App Store.

   

2. Meanwhile, make sure your Chromecast device and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

3. Once installed, open the DoCast app and select your Chromecast device from the list of devices it detects.

   

4. On the next screen, you can choose to either mirror your screen, stream music, photos, or videos.

   

5. Let’s say you chose to mirror your screen, the process is very simple. DoCast will show you different settings that you can adjust according to your streaming preferences (such as sound settings, video playback quality, and screen orientation).

6. Tap on the Start mirroring button once you are satisfied with the settings.

   

7. Now, tap Start Broadcast to allow DoCast to mirror your iPhone’s screen to your Chromecast-enabled TV.

   

2. Google Home

The Google Home app allows you to link your iPhone with your Chromecast, enabling you to control the Chromecast using your phone. Best of all, you can even play media (i.e., videos, music, photos, and podcasts) from your iPhone to a TV using cast-enabled apps like Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, and Photos.

This Google Chromecast app for iPhone is also available on Android and iPad, and the app itself is free to use. However, casting content from services like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video still requires active subscriptions to those platforms. The Google Home app holds a 4.5 out of 5-star rating on the App Store from over 700K reviews, with many users highlighting its smart home integration features.

Here are the pros and cons of the Google Home app:

Pros:

• You can use the app to change the Chromecast’s settings

• You can use Google Home to stream media from cast-enabled iOS apps on your iPhone to your TV

Cons:

• You can’t broadcast media to Chromecast from apps that aren’t cast-enabled

• There’s no screen mirroring option

Pricing plans:

• Free

Overall, if you are looking for an app to control your Chromecast and cast media from iPhone to TV, Google Home is a good option. If you want screen mirroring, you might want to combine it with another app that has that capability.

How to Use Google Home

1. Download Google Home from the App Store.

2. Once installed, launch the app.

3. Tap the + icon on the top-left corner.

   

4. Now, tap Set up device.

   

5. Select New devices.

   

6. Tap the Next button (bottom right) to grant Google Home your Location access.

   

7. Let Google Home search for your device(s).

8. Meanwhile, make sure that your iPhone and Chromecast TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.

9. Now, open any streaming app of your choice (such as Netflix or YouTube). It must support the Chromecasting function.

10. Tap the casting button.

    

11. Select the device you want to cast to.

    

12. Give it a few seconds while it connects to your Chromecast device.

    

13. Finally, play the video of your choice, and your Chromecast TV will start streaming it.

3. Replica

Replica is a screen mirroring and Chromecast app for iPhone that lets you display your iPhone’s screen on a TV via Chromecast. This allows you to broadcast media—ranging from videos and photos to social media content and slideshow presentations—from apps on your phone directly to your TV.

Replica is available exclusively on the App Store for iOS and works well on iPad too. A free version of this Chromecast iPhone app is available, though it includes ads and some limitations, such as 15 minutes of casting and a watermark. You can upgrade to the premium version for $2.50 per month. The app currently holds a 4.3 out of 5-star rating on the App Store.

Here are the pros and cons of Replica:

Pros:

• You can use screen mirroring to broadcast a variety of apps to your TV screen

• The browser function allows you to mirror your iPhone’s screen to a web browser without Chromecast

Cons:

• You can’t screen mirror media from copyright-protected apps

• You can only cast for 15 minutes with the free version

Pricing plans:

• Free ($2.50 a month for Premium)

We think this Chromecast app iPhone is good for people who aren’t concerned with streaming movies and series from subscription services from their iPhone to a TV. Rather, if you want to enjoy photos, videos, and slideshows from apps that aren’t cast-enabled, Replica is a good choice.

How to Use Replica

1. Download Replica and open it once installed.

2. Tap OK to allow it to find and connect to the devices on your Wi-Fi network.

   

3. Select your Chromecast from the list of devices that appear.

4. Tap Start Broadcast, allowing Replica to cast everything on your iPhone screen to the Chromecast TV you have selected.

   

4. TV Cast Chromecast

TV Cast Chromecast is a cast-enabled app for iPhone that lets you broadcast videos from the web using its built-in browser, as well as photos and videos from your personal galleries. It also supports iPhone screen mirroring, though this feature requires a $3.99 purchase to unlock.

The free version, which is available for Android and iOS devices, lets you cast web videos all you want but limits the number of personal files you can stream. To unlock the full version of the app, it will cost you $6.99. The app currently holds a rating of 4 stars out of 5 based on 31K reviews App Store reviews.

Here are the pros and cons of TV Cast Chromecast:

Pros:

• You can cast web videos from various websites

• You can stream content with no noticeable lag

Cons:

• Apps and websites with copy-righted content won’t show their videos

• The screen mirroring function is not free

• Casting media from your gallery is limited

• The ability to rewind and forward videos is locked behind a paywall

Pricing plans:

• A free version is available

• The Pro version costs $6.99

We would only recommend TV Cast Chromecast for Chromecasting web videos to your TV. However, even that is a bit hard to justify with the developers locking the Playbar behind a paywall. Those looking for free Chromecast apps iOS are better off looking elsewhere.

How to Use TV Cast Chromecast

1. Download TV Cast Chromecast.

2. Meanwhile, ensure that your Chromecast device and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Open the app and tap the Personal Media option to case media files from your phone.

   

3. Tap the Select Photos… or the Allow Access to All Photos option, depending on how you’d like TV cast to access the files on your phone.

   

4. Select the photos or videos you want to cast, and they will appear on your Chromecast-enabled screen.

   

5. Web Video Cast

Web Video Cast specializes in casting web videos to your TV via Chromecast, and it also supports other media streaming devices. Simply enter the video’s URL in the app’s address bar, and once the webpage loads, the app will detect the video and give you the option to play it on your TV.

Web Video Cast is available on both Android and iOS, and you can use the free version forever. The paid version adds more features, such as an ad blocker, bookmarks, recent videos, and a custom homepage, for $4.99. According to the App Store reviews, the app holds a rating of 4.8 stars out of 5, based on 53K reviews.

Here are the pros and cons of Web Video Cast:

Pros:

• You can cast web videos from various websites to your TV

• Videos stream with no noticeable lag

Cons:

• Only for casting web videos with the built-in browser – no casting of personal media or screen mirroring

• Videos from sites with copy-righted content don’t show

Pricing plans:

• A free version is available

• The Pro version costs $4.99

We recommend this app if all you want to do is simply cast web videos on your TV using your Chromecast. It’s easy to use and does the basic functions of playing video well without the major core functions being paywalled.

How to Use Web Video Cast

1. Download Web Video Cast from the App Store and launch the app.

2. From the list of available devices, select your Chromecast.

   

3. Now you’ll be ready to start casting your videos.

   

4. Play a video in the mobile app, which acts as a browser, and the same video will be cast on the Chromecast.

   

5. Just note that this app is riddled with really creepy ads that stick to the screen for a few seconds and compel you to click them.

   

6. Screen Mirroring on Chromecast

Screen Mirroring on Chromecast lets you stream videos and photos from your favorite apps, personal gallery, or the web onto your TV through your Chromecast.

The app is available only on iOS, and you get the premium version starting from $2.49 per month, which removes ads and enables the playback of videos at 1080p. However, you can purchase a life license for $24.99. Screen Mirroring on Chromecast has 437 App Store reviews, with an average of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

Here are the pros and cons of Screen Mirroring on Chromecast:

Pros:

• It does a good job streaming media from phone to Chromecast with sound

• The free version has no limitations on the length of time you can stream

Cons:

• Can’t watch videos from copy-righted apps when mirroring

• Some users may experience lag when playing videos

Pricing plans:

• Free ($2.49 a month for Premium)

• The Lifetime subscription costs $24.99

We would recommend Screen Mirroring on Chromecast for unlimited screen mirroring and streaming with the free version. However, with the lag that some users have reported, it might not be ideal for streaming video games or anything that requires real-time interaction.

How to Use Screen Mirroring on Chromecast

1. Download Screen Mirroring on Chromecast from the App Store.

2. Make sure your iPhone and the Chromecast TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.

3. Open the app and tap your TV name under the Select your TV section.

   

4. Once your iPhone is connected to the TV via the app, you will see the AirBeamTV logo on your TV screen, followed by a You are now connected message.

5. Now tap Next Step > Allow Notifications > Allow.

6. Press the button above Select Mirror Chromecast.

7. Then tap Mirror Chromecast > Start Broadcast.

8. Finally, your entire iPhone screen will reflect on your TV.

7. Smart View TV

Smart View TV is a feature-rich Chromecast iOS app. On top of allowing you to mirror and cast videos and photos from your library and the web, you can also cast IPTV channels. However, you will still need an IPTV subscription.

The app is only available on iOS, and the premium version starts from $1.67 a month to unlock features like casting IPTV, YouTube, web videos, and web images. You can also pay for a lifetime license for $39.99. The app has 22K ratings on the App Store, averaging 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Here are the pros and cons of Smart View TV:

Pros:

• The app offers a range of casting options, on top of screen mirroring

• The app allows you to stream IPTV channels

Cons:

• The lifetime subscription is expensive

• The screen mirroring is limited in the free version

Pricing plans:

• Free ($1.67 a month for Premium)

• The Lifetime subscription costs $39.99

If you are looking to steam IPTV, which includes sports, news, movies, TV series, and lifestyle channels, Smart View Cast is the best option.

How to Use Smart View TV

1. Download, install, and launch the Smart View TV app on your phone.

2. In Smart View TV, select the Screen Mirroring option at the top.

   

3. Now click on the link that says Connect to PC/Tablet/Other at the bottom of the screen.

   

4. Press the square button located in the lower section of the screen.

   

5. Choose Start Broadcast in the pop-up window.

   

6. A yellow pop-up will appear in the Smart View TV app with a link. Enter this link in the browser of the device you wish to share your screen with.

   

7. Once the connection is successful, press Continue in the pop-up. To end the session, go back to Smart View TV, select Screen Mirroring, tap the gray button at the bottom, and choose Stop Broadcasting.

8. iWebTV

iWebTV is essentially a web browser with a casting function. You can cast pretty much any website onto your TV screen. If the website has videos or music that isn’t copyright-protected you can play it and enjoy it on your TV through the Chromecast.

This is an iOS-only app, and the paid version will cost you $0.99 per month, giving you access to premium features such as the ad blocker, desktop mode, and HD auto-select. You can get the premium version forever for $6.99. And if you look at the reviews on the App Store, iWebTV is averaging 4.6 stars out of 5 based on 52K ratings.

Pros:

• The app allows you to cast websites to your TV

Cons:

• There’s no screen mirroring option

• There’s no option to cast personal photos and videos

Pricing plans:

• Free ($0.99 a month for Premium)

• The Lifetime subscription costs $6.99

iWebTV will do the trick when you just want to browse the web on the TV using your iPhone. But the lack of screen mirroring and casting of personal videos and photos means you can’t use this app by itself for Chromecasting on iPhone.

How to Use iWebTV

1. Download iWebTV from the App Store.

2. Your iPhone and Chromecast should be connected to the same Wi-Fi.

3. Copy the URL of the web video you want to cast.

4. Open the iWebTV app and paste the copied link onto it.

   

5. Tap the Play button to start playing the video.

6. Now, tap the Cast button that appears on the lower end of the screen.

7. Select your desired Chromecast device from the list of devices that appear.

   

8. Finally, your web video will start streaming on your Chromecast-enabled TV.

How to Pick a Chromecast App for Your iPhone

The best Chromecast apps for iOS let you cast photos and videos to your TV, so you can enjoy them on a bigger screen—perfect for sharing with others. While casting movies and series from apps like Netflix and Hulu is convenient, it isn’t essential, as most modern smart TVs already include these apps.

Screen mirroring is another key feature to consider, as it allows you to broadcast content from apps that aren’t cast-enabled, such as Facebook and TikTok. It’s also useful for demonstrating steps on your iPhone. The ability to play web videos is a bonus, letting you stream media from websites like YouTube, Vimeo, and TedTalk..

Conclusion

There’s no shortage of Chromecast apps for iPhone on the App Store, but no single app does everything. You may need to use two apps to fully leverage your Chromecast. For example, Google Home helps set up and stream content from cast-enabled apps, while DoCast is ideal for screen mirroring and streaming media from your iPhone to your TV.