# CastReceiver

> CastReceiver allows you to cast your Android Phone/Chromebook screen.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.softmedia.receiver.castapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.softmedia.receiver.castapp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.softmedia.receiver.castapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** softmedia
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 1,086,361
- **Rating:** 2.57 / 5 (1,599 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.15
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-06
- **First published:** 2016-12-29
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Size:** 28 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.softmedia.receiver.castapp)
- **Website:** [http://www.remotetogo.com](http://www.remotetogo.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.remotetogo.com/privacy\_policy.txt](http://www.remotetogo.com/privacy_policy.txt)

## Description

CastReceiver is a versatile Screen Cast Receiver that enables seamless mirroring of your Android phone or Chrome Tab to any Android box running CastReceiver. Easily share your screen for meetings, presentations, or casual sharing with friends.

The extension leverages built-in Google Cast functionality on your phone or Chromebook, appearing in the receiver list alongside Chromecast devices. Simply select CastReceiver to start mirroring your device's screen. It supports both tab and desktop casting across Chromebooks and desktop platforms with Google Chrome.

Key Features:
- Works with all Google Cast-enabled Android devices without additional installation.
- Supports tab casting and desktop casting.

Please note, CastReceiver does not support streaming DRM-protected content and compatibility may vary across Android phones. Testing with the trial version is recommended.

## Rankings

- #65,075 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`

## Review summary

Users find CastReceiver effective for repurposing old devices as cast receivers, enjoying its simplicity and reasonable price. It works well with popular video and audio apps but faces issues with connection stability, limited compatibility (notably with Spotify and Netflix), audio sync problems, and volume control limitations. Premium features sometimes fail to work properly across devices, and some users desire better controls within the app. Overall, it shows promise but needs fixes to deliver a more reliable and full-featured casting experience.

### Pros

- Effectively turns old Android devices into Chromecast or cast receivers, extending their usefulness.
- Works well with popular apps like YouTube, Prime Video, and various music apps.
- Simple and easy to use interface without overly complex settings.
- Affordable pricing with a clear trial period and premium version available.
- Good developer support and responsiveness to user issues.

### Cons

- Casting connection instability, with frequent disconnects reported especially even by premium users.
- Limited app compatibility; some apps like Spotify and Netflix either do not work or give errors.
- Audio and video synchronization issues leading to poor playback experience.
- Volume control on the receiver device is not supported or limited.
- Premium upgrade inconsistencies, particularly when side-loading on devices like Firestick where the app reverts to trial version.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.softmedia.receiver.castapp)