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FCast Sender vs Beamer: catalog facts
FCast Sender	Beamer
Free Free and open source under GPL-3.0.	Paid Paid software with a free download to try it first.
Linux	macOS
Open casting protocol instead of a closed one Connects by automatic discovery or QR code	Plays MKV, AVI and other formats Apple TV cannot open natively Works with both Apple TV and Chromecast
Needs an FCast receiver on the target device Smaller ecosystem than Chromecast or AirPlay	macOS only Paid licence required beyond the trial
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0-only	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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