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AirParrot vs go-chromecast: catalog facts
AirParrotgo-chromecast
Paid

Paid one-device licence with a 30-day money-back guarantee; bundle with Reflector…

Free

Free and open source under the Apache 2.0 licence.

Windows, macOS Windows, Command line
  • Works with AirPlay and Chromecast receivers
  • Available for both macOS and Windows
  • Controls Chromecast and Google Home devices from the terminal
  • Plays local media files and playlists
  • Paid licence per device
  • Needs a compatible receiver on the network
  • Implements only part of the Cast command set
  • Command-line only
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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