AirServer vs CrankWheel

AirServer turns a computer into a receiver for screen mirroring from compatible AirPlay, Google Cast, and Miracast devices. Receiver software is listed for Windows, Mac, Xbox, Surface Hub, and Embedded Linux, while the platform listing also includes Android, iOS, and Linux. AirServer Connect for iOS discovers receivers across subnets, and its Android app adds AirPlay mirroring. Connect 3 combines AirPlay 2, Google Cast, and Miracast in one receiver, supporting up to 12 simultaneous 1080p sessions at 60 FPS, with unlimited sessions beyond that. It supports Google Cast playback from DRM-protected apps including Disney+, National Geographic, and Amazon Prime. Sessions stay local, and 802.1X protection is supported. Central management, reporting, and updates require no subscription fee; offline updates can use USB. Most licenses are one-time purchases. Consumer pricing is $19.99 once, business is $39.99 once, and Surface Hub is $99.99 per year.

CrankWheel lets salespeople share a screen with prospects by sending a link through text message or email; viewers do not need to download software. Presenters can show a full screen, an application window, or a browser tab, and the service monitors viewer attention. Browser-based video calls use computer microphones, speakers, and webcams without participant downloads. Meetings and screencasts can be recorded, stored in the cloud, and downloaded locally. Users can also send personalized sales recordings by email with animated previews, divide them into segments, and track playbacks. Its Instant Demos widget captures website leads, can call an available agent, and routes leads to a CRM. Native CRM integrations include Zoho CRM, Salesforce, HubSpot CRM, HighLevel, Less Annoying CRM, and Insites. All customers have a REST API and Zapier integration. Plans include a free tier and Solo at $29 a month. The free plan allows one user, 15 meetings per month, three viewers per meeting, and one-week recording retention. CrankWheel is available on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows, and the web, as well as through an extension and API.