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How to Mirror iPad to Firestick: Complete How-to Guide

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Updated on: January 24, 2024
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The iPad is great for watching TV shows and movies thanks to its large screen, but you can get an even better experience by connecting to a Fire TV. To screen mirror iPad to Firestick, you need a third-party app. 

In this article, we have described several such apps, along with some useful information on how you can AirPlay your iPad to a Fire TV.

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Can Your AirPlay to Fire TV with an iPad?

There are only a select few models of the Fire TV that are compatible with Apple’s AirPlay technology. Amazon’s streaming device and TV run on Fire OS, a completely different system that is based on Android.

If you have a Firestick or an incompatible Fire TV, then your best bet is to use a third-party app like the ones described below. These apps have different requirements, but in general, your iPad must be on at least iPadOS 14. Other than that, just make sure your Fire TV or Firestick is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPad.

Use These Apps to Mirror Your iPad to Firestick

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Here are some of the best apps you can use to mirror your iPad to Firestick or Fire TV:

1. DoCast

DoCast is the best app to mirror iPad to Firestick. It takes the crown thanks to its seamless performance, ease of use, and features. Not only can you mirror your iPad’s screen with it, but you can also stream music, photos, and videos to a Fire TV.

DoCast QR code

These features are available for free and the best part is there are no intrusive ads. You can mirror your iPad for 15 minutes per session in the free plan. Casting videos is limited to 3 minutes per session. The app is incredibly easy to set up. Just download it on your iPad and you’re ready to start mirroring its screen. No need to download it on your Fire TV.

DoCast offers a free trial period and if you purchase the lifetime or yearly upgrade, you’ll get a special gift. A premium subscription will also give you access to unlimited screen mirroring.

Here’s how you can mirror iPad to Firestick or Fire TV with DoCast:

1. Download DoCast on your iPad.

Download DoCast on iPad from the App Store

2. Open the app and let it search for your Fire TV or Firestick.

DoCast is searching for Fire TV or Firestick

3. Tap the streaming device or TV once it’s been found.

Connect DoCast to Fire TV or Firestick in DoCast on iPad

4. Select Screen to go to the screen mirroring section of the app.

Tap on the Screen tile in DoCast on iPad

5. Adjust the settings and then tap the red record button at the bottom.

Screen mirroring settings in DoCast on iPad

6. Tap Start Broadcast.

Tap on the Start Broadcast button in DoCast on iPad

Pros

  • Doesn’t need to be installed on Fire TV
  • Lets you mirror iPad’s screen for free
  • Also supports unlimited photo streaming in high quality
  • Allows music and video streaming to Fire TV

Cons

  • Free version limits screen mirroring to 15 minutes per session

⭐️ Our rating: 5.0/5

2. TV Cast & Screen Mirroring App

TV Cast & Screen Mirroring App is capable of mirroring and streaming to various TV brands and streaming devices. You can use it to mirror your iPad’s screen to Fire TV, but you’re required to purchase a premium subscription first. 

The good thing about this app is that it has two types of screen mirroring options, with one designed to enhance quality and the other one speed. Some other features you’ll get with this app include YouTube casting and video casting.

What we don’t like about this app is that it shows unskippable ads quite often. You can try the 3-day trial version and see if it’s worth your money. 

Here are the steps for using TV Cast & Screen Mirroring App on the iPad:

2. When you open the app, you’ll be able to see nearby streaming devices in the window shown above the app’s features. Tap your Fire TV or Firestick to connect to it.

Connect TV Cast & Screen Mirroring App to Firestick on iPad

3. Tap Quality Screen Mirroring.

4. Hit the record button when you’re ready.

Screen broadcasting with TV Cast & Screen Mirroring App on iPad

5. Tap Start Broadcast to share your iPad’s screen.

Pros

  • Has two types of screen mirroring
  • Lets you stream photos and music
  • Can cast videos directly from YouTube

Cons

  • Displays unskippable ads
  • Need a premium subscription for screen mirroring

⭐️ Our rating: 3.2/5

3. AirScreen

AirScreen is an app that you download on your Firestick or Fire TV to turn it into an AirPlay receiver. It’s available on Amazon for free, but you need a premium subscription for unlimited screen mirroring. In the free version, you can only mirror your iPhone or iPad’s screen for 15 minutes per day.

The AirPlay feature of the app is enabled by default. If you go to the settings, you can also enable Chromecast and Miracast mirroring. AirScreen is a great app for those who have a Firestick or an incompatible Fire TV.

Here’s how to mirror iPad to Firestick for free using AirScreen:

1. Download AirScreen on your Fire TV or have it transferred from your computer via Amazon.

Downloading AirScreen on Firestick

2. With your iPad, scan the QR code that appears on the screen when you open the app.

3. Tap Entire screen to see the instructions for screen mirroring.

In AirScreen tap on the Entire screen tile

4. Swipe down from the top-right corner to open the Control Center on your iPad. Tap the Screen Mirroring icon.

Open Control Center on iPad

5. Choose your Firestick or Fire TV from the list of devices that pops up to start mirroring your iPad’s screen to it. NOTE: You can see the name of the AirScreen receiver on your Fire TV.

Tap on your Firestick for screen mirroring via AirScreen on iPad

Pros

  • No download required on the iPad
  • Supports Chromecast and Miracast
  • Lets you AirPlay even if your Fire TV doesn’t support it

Cons

  • Only mirrors for 15 minutes per day

⭐️ Our rating: 4.0/5

4. AirBeamTV

AirBeamTV has several apps, each of which is made for a specific streaming device. The one for Fire TV has a companion app which has to be downloaded on your Fire TV for it to work. 

Apart from screen mirroring, it also lets you cast offline photos and videos, along with pictures in your Google Photos account. The app has an appealing dark mode with subtle orange accents, enhancing the visual appeal of the app. However, before you begin a screen mirroring session, you have to view an ad, which can be quite frustrating.

To use AirBeamTV, follow the steps below:

1. First, download AirBeamTV on your iPad.

The AirBeamTV app on the App Store on iPad

2. Launch the app and tap Screen Mirror.

3. A small window will pop up at the bottom. Tap your Fire TV.

Select your Firestick in AirBeamTV on iPad

4. Another popup will appear asking you to download AirBeam’s companion app on your Fire TV.

Downloading the AirBeamTV companion app

5. After installing the app, tap Screen Mirror again.

6. Choose if you want to enable sound and then tap Start Mirroring.

Starting screen mirror session in AirBeamTV on iPad

7. An ad will start playing. Once it’s gone, tap Start Broadcast to make your iPad mirror to Firestick.

Pros

  • Has a user-friendly interface
  • Lets you cast Google Photos and pictures/videos stored in your iPad

Cons

  • Always shows an ad when you’re about to start a screen mirroring session
  • Can’t mirror without downloading the companion app on Fire TV

⭐️ Our rating: 3.5/5

5. Screen mirroring・Smart View TV

Screen mirroring・Smart View TV’s best feature is its minimalistic interface. Some of its features are only available in the premium version, but you can mirror your iPad’s screen to a Fire TV for free. You can also stream videos and photos stored in your iPad. 

The great thing about this app’s screen mirroring feature is that there is no lag or latency. If you opt for the premium version, you’ll also be able to stream online photos and videos. 

Here’s how to mirror your iPad’s screen to a Fire TV with Screen mirroring・Smart View TV:

2. After tapping the casting icon, connect to your Firestick or Fire TV.

Connect Screen mirroring・Smart View TV to Firestick on iPad

3. Now tap Screen Mirroring.

Tap on the Screen Mirroring tile in Screen mirroring・Smart View TV on iPad

4. Tap the red button in the screen mirroring settings.

Adjust the screen mirroring settings in Screen mirroring・Smart View TV on iPad

5. Tap Start Broadcast to start mirroring your iPad’s screen.

Pros

  • Lag-free screen mirroring
  • Minimalistic user interface
  • Streams offline photos and videos

Cons

  • Most features require a premium subscription

⭐️ Our rating: 3.0/5

Comparison Between the Best Screen Mirroring Apps for iPad

To make it easier for you to decide which app you should use to mirror your iPad’s screen to your Fire TV, we have added a table below.

App Top mirroring quality in the free version Requirement to install the app on Fire TV Media streaming (photo, video etc.) Which Fire TV devices support (sticks etc.) Free trial Price
DoCast HD quality No Offline photos, videos, and music Both Firestick and Fire TV 7 days From $1.99/week
TV Cast and Screen Mirroring App Screen mirroring only available in premium version No Offline photos and videos Both Firestick and Fire TV 3 days From $4.99/week
AirScreen HD quality Yes (no app for the iPad) Offline/online photos and videos Both Firestick and Fire TV 7 days $19.99/year
AirBeam TV HD quality Yes Offline photos/videos and Google Photos Both Firestick and Fire TV Not available From $4.99/month
Screen Mirroring・Smart View TV Low quality No Offline/online photos and videos Both Firestick and Fire TV 3 days $19.99/year

AirPlay to Amazon Fire TV

If you want to mirror your iPad’s screen without a third-party app, you need a Fire TV that supports AirPlay. You have to make sure that AirPlay is enabled in your TV’s settings.

Here’s how to do that:

1. Select the gear icon to open the settings of your Fire TV.

2. Go to Display and Sounds > AirPlay and HomeKit.

3. Select the AirPlay option and on your Fire TV remote, press Select (the center button) to enable it.

4. On your iPad, go to the Screen Mirroring section in the Control Center and tap your Fire TV.

Here are some of the Fire TV models that are compatible with AirPlay:

  • ✏️ Fire TV Cube Gen 1 and Gen 2
  • ✏️ Fire TV Gen 3 (2017)
  • ✏️ Fire TV Toshiba 4K (2018 and 2020), Fire TV Toshiba HD (2018), and Toshiba C350 Fire TV (2021)
  • ✏️ Fire TV Insignia 4K (2018 and 2020), Fire TV Insignia HD (2018), Insignia F20, F30, and F50 Series (2021)
  • ✏️ Fire TV Grundig Vision 6 HD (2019), Fire TV Grundig Vision 7, 4K (2019), Fire TV Grundig OLED 4K (2019)
  • ✏️ Fire TV ok 4K (2020)
  • ✏️ Fire TV Onida HD (2019 and 2020)
  • ✏️ Fire TV AB/AKAI/Croma UHD (2020)
  • ✏️ Fire TV JVC 4K (2019) and JVC Smart HD/FHD (2020)

How to Mirror an iPad to a Fire TV Without Wi-Fi?

The only way you can mirror your iPad’s screen to your Fire TV without Wi-Fi is by using Apple’s official Lightning Digital AV Adapter. Connect the adapter’s USB-C end to your iPad, and an HDMI cable to the other end and the TV. 

The TV will start displaying your iPad’s screen.

Connect an HDMI cable to the adapter

Conclusion

There are two ways to AirPlay from an iPad to a Fire TV. You can either use a third-party app or get a Fire TV that has built-in AirPlay functionality. Third-party apps tend to have multiple features, so you’ll also be able to stream music, photos, and videos with them. It’s also a much cheaper option than buying an AirPlay-compatible Fire TV.

Our favorite app is DoCast as it lets you screen mirror iPad to Firestick for free in high quality. We suggest you give the trial period a try if you want unlimited screen mirroring. 

If you already have a Fire TV that supports AirPlay, then simply enable the feature in the TV’s settings and mirror your iPad’s screen through its Control Center. 

Frequently Asked Questions

To screen mirror on Firestick, you need a third-party app like DoCast. Make sure your iPad and Firestick are on the same Wi-Fi connection before you begin the process. Open the third-party app and pair it with the Firestick. Then, press the start broadcast button to start mirroring the iPad’s screen.

If you can’t mirror your iPad’s screen on Firestick, then the first thing you need to do is ensure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Avoid connecting to a VPN server. If it still doesn’t work, restart the app and your Firestick. 

AirScreen is an app that can convert your Firestick into an AirPlay receiver for free. We also recommend DoCast because it lets you mirror for free. Go to the screen mirroring section in the app and connect to your TV. You can also stream music, photos, and videos with DoCast.

Yes, you can mirror your iPhone to Firestick. DoCast is compatible with both the iPad and the iPhone. To mirror your iPhone’s screen, follow the same steps used for your iPad. Connect to your Firestick, open the screen mirroring menu, and tap the start broadcast button.