Drongscreen is a free utility application for mobile devices. It is a screen mirroring app that lets users mirror their phone screen to their smart TVs and any compatible device that supports screencasting capabilities. It offers both wired and wireless connection options depending on their needs.

Compared to other solutions like Miracast Wifi Display or Ecast, Drongscreen boasts a clean and simple user interface to make it easy for even beginners to navigate and use its features. All they need is a compatible HDMI cable, and the app will automatically detect their device and do the rest for them.

A larger view

Smartphones and tablets are quite powerful devices and can be considered pocket PCs that let you play and work. However, there will be times when their small screens won't be enough or cause eye strain. That is why screen mirroring became popular, letting you mirror your screen to a TV for easier viewing, and Drongscreen is an app to help you do this.

One thing before getting started is to check if your device's USB port supports display-out functionality, as it's important if you want to connect to your TV via a compatible HDMI cable. Once plugged in, choose the HDMI input option on your TV to start mirroring. From there, there are options that let you set a custom resolution or change the refresh rate of the display.

Be careful, however, in changing your display’s resolution, for instance, as it can break the elements, sizing, and overall picture quality that’s being shown. Only change it if you know what you’re doing or if you have someone with ample knowledge related to it. In exchange, pushing the resolution to a very high quality might lead to stutters, lag, or overheating of the screen.

More features and some issues

What's more, there is even a Bluetooth toggle included in settings that will let you connect and mirror your screen wirelessly. One thing that is missing here is Miracast, which is the more modern wireless standard that takes advantage of your Wi-Fi for connections. It would have made for a stable and reliable experience if you opted to connect to your TV without a cable.

Another point of concern is the screen or monitor in use. Even if the program supports a refresh rate of 60Hz and beyond, it really all depends on the hardware if it can push it beyond its limits, which can’t be altered by any software tweaks. If you’re hoping to increase your screen or monitor’s supported refresh rate through this app, then you’re out of luck.

Better options out there

All in all, Drongscreen is a capable screen mirroring app that lets you connect to your smart TV both wired and wirelessly. It's a plug-and-play fare and offers a few nice options to customize your display even further. The lack of the newer and more reliable Miracast protocol will be a con for many, but if you don't mind that, give this one a try.