# Cast Web Videos to Roku TV

> browser & screen mirroring app

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1380510258](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1380510258)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1380510258`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Swishly inc
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (6,203 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.113
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-02
- **First published:** 2018-07-24
- **Size:** 45 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cast-web-videos-to-roku-tv/id1380510258)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.swishly.com/webtv/privacy-policy.html](http://www.swishly.com/webtv/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Cast any online video to your Roku device directly from your browser. The extension streams the actual video to Roku for higher quality (up to 4K on capable devices).

Key features include: multi-tab browser support, ad blocking, popup control, subtitle auto-detect with a built-in library, live streams, and video previews (up to 72 snapshots). It also offers a watch queue, home page/bookmarks, and full playback controls from the app or lock screen, plus anonymous and private sessions. Some features require in-app purchases. If you encounter issues, use the app’s Feedback feature. Note: Roku is a registered trademark; terms apply.

## Rankings

- #23,101 — Overall
- #70 — screen caster

## Review summary

The app is praised for reliability, ease of use, Roku compatibility, kid-friendly content, and an effective ad blocker. principal drawbacks include subscription management issues (lifetime Pro access), recurring playback/loading problems after updates, occasional content-specific playback blocks, and minor ad prompts for free users.

### Pros

- Very reliable and a go-to app with minimal issues.
- Easy to use; straightforward interface.
- Great Roku casting compatibility; works well with Roku TV.
- Kid-friendly content; good for keeping kids away from YouTube.
- Ad blocker works well and removing ads is worth it.

### Cons

- Pro lifetime subscription ownership can disappear or become inaccessible after purchase.
- Frequent loading/streaming failures, especially after app updates.
- Some content/video playback can be blocked or not load for certain shows.
- Free users sometimes see ad messages; minor annoyance.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1380510258)