WiDi vs Desktop Mirror

Struggling to choose between WiDi and Desktop Mirror? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

WiDi is a Remote Work & Education solution with tags like screen-mirroring, wireless-display, presentations, media-streaming.

It boasts features such as Wireless screen mirroring from laptop to TV/projector, Supports HD video and audio streaming, Uses WiFi Direct connectivity, Compatible with Intel WiDi enabled laptops, Works with WiDi enabled TVs/projectors/adapters and pros including Wireless and cable-free, Easy to set up and use, Good video and audio quality, Allows mobility while presenting.

On the other hand, Desktop Mirror is a Remote Work & Education product tagged with screen-sharing, remote-desktop, collaboration, video-conferencing.

Its standout features include Real-time screen sharing, Cross-platform support, Remote control, Recording sessions, Drawing tools, Chat, Works over LAN and internet, Supports multiple monitors, and it shines with pros like Easy to set up and use, Good performance, Affordable pricing, Feature-rich, Reliable connection, No lag during screen sharing, Good customer support.

Feature	WiDi	Desktop Mirror
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Remote Work & Education	Remote Work & Education

Product Overview

WiDi

Description: WiDi (Wireless Display) is a screen mirroring technology developed by Intel that allows users to wirelessly stream video and audio from WiDi-enabled laptops to compatible displays and projectors. It provides an easy way to share presentations and media without cables.

Desktop Mirror

Description: Desktop Mirror is a software that allows you to mirror your computer screen and share it with others in real-time. It's useful for remote meetings, presentations, tech support, and collaboration.

Key Features Comparison

WiDi Features

• Wireless screen mirroring from laptop to TV/projector
• Supports HD video and audio streaming
• Uses WiFi Direct connectivity
• Compatible with Intel WiDi enabled laptops
• Works with WiDi enabled TVs/projectors/adapters

Desktop Mirror Features

• Real-time screen sharing
• Cross-platform support
• Remote control
• Recording sessions
• Drawing tools
• Chat
• Works over LAN and internet
• Supports multiple monitors

Pros & Cons Analysis

WiDi

Pros

• Wireless and cable-free
• Easy to set up and use
• Good video and audio quality
• Allows mobility while presenting

Cons

• Only works with Intel WiDi compatible devices
• Latency can be an issue
• Limited range and can be impacted by interference
• Requires compatible hardware

Desktop Mirror

Pros

• Easy to set up and use
• Good performance
• Affordable pricing
• Feature-rich
• Reliable connection
• No lag during screen sharing
• Good customer support

Cons

• Limited free version
• Can be resource intensive
• Session recording requires upgrade
• Mobile app needs improvement
• Occasional bugs

Pricing Comparison

WiDi

• Free
• One-time Purchase (adapters)

Desktop Mirror

• Freemium
• Subscription-Based