Rcast ("R-Cast") is a smaller casting app that appears in the same search results as LocalCast. If you're choosing between them, here's what actually differs — updated for 2026. No marketing fluff, just the features, device support and pricing.
LocalCast covers 200+ target devices including Chromecast, Fire TV, Roku, AirPlay 2, Samsung, LG and full DLNA/UPnP. Rcast focuses on Chromecast + a smaller DLNA implementation — fewer TVs "just work".
Both apps cover Chromecast well. Pick whichever UI you prefer — LocalCast is more polished, Rcast is slightly simpler.
LocalCast is the safer choice. Its broader device support means a Samsung downstairs, a Fire TV in the bedroom and a Roku in the office all work from one app.
LocalCast's DLNA client is more feature-complete. You get posters, search, transcoding and full browse — Rcast's DLNA support is more basic.
Both apps have free tiers. LocalCast's free tier is broader — every core casting feature stays free. Rcast's free tier has more limitations and pushes harder toward premium upgrades.
50 million users. Broader device support. No subscription.