How to Cast to Samsung TV: QLED & Tizen (2026)

How to Stream to Samsung TV

Streaming to a Samsung TV from your phone is straightforward with the right app. CastBrowser uses the DLNA protocol that's already built into every Samsung Smart TV, so there's nothing extra to install on the TV itself. Here's what you need to get started.

What You Need

A Samsung Smart TV (2015 or newer with Tizen OS)
An Android or iOS phone with CastBrowser installed
Both devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network

Step-by-Step: Cast to Samsung TV

Install CastBrowser on Your Phone

Download CastBrowser from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. It's completely free with no account required. CastBrowser works as both a web browser and a video caster — you don't need any other apps.

Connect Both Devices to the Same Wi-Fi

Make sure your phone and Samsung TV are on the same Wi-Fi network. CastBrowser discovers your Samsung TV automatically over the local network using DLNA. If you have a dual-band router, both devices should be on the same band (2.4GHz or 5GHz) for the most reliable connection.

Browse a Compatible Website and Find Videos

Open CastBrowser and navigate to a compatible website with video content. The built-in browser automatically detects playable non-DRM videos on the page — including HLS streams, MP4 files, DASH content, and 20+ other video formats. You'll see a notification when castable videos are found. The built-in ad blocker keeps your browsing clean.

Tap Cast and Select Your Samsung TV

Tap the cast icon and your Samsung TV will appear in the device list. Select it and the video starts playing on your big screen immediately. Control playback — pause, seek, adjust volume — directly from your phone. CastBrowser handles format conversion for Samsung TV compatibility automatically.

TV Cast for Samsung TV

If you're searching for a TV cast app for Samsung TV, CastBrowser is built specifically for this use case. Unlike generic screen mirroring tools, CastBrowser is a dedicated video cast for Samsung that sends the actual video stream to your TV — not a compressed copy of your phone screen.

CastBrowser's approach to Samsung TV casting is different from screen mirroring. It can use a Samsung compatibility mode when streams need conversion, helping compatible videos play through the TV's native media player without the quality loss you get from mirroring.

What makes CastBrowser the best TV cast for Samsung?

Auto video detection: Browse compatible websites and CastBrowser finds playable non-DRM videos automatically.
20+ video formats: MP4, HLS, DASH, MKV, WebM, and more — all cast to Samsung via DLNA.
Built-in ad blocker: Enjoy a cleaner browsing experience — blocks ads, popups, bad redirections, and trackers.
Subtitle support: Cast videos with subtitles to your Samsung TV.
Background casting: Keep casting while using other apps on your phone.
Playback resumption: Pick up where you left off if casting is interrupted.
Free, no account required: No subscriptions, no sign-ups, no hidden fees.

Samsung Smart TV Model Compatibility

CastBrowser works with Samsung Smart TVs that run Tizen OS and support DLNA. Here's a breakdown by year and series to help you confirm your TV is compatible.

Samsung 2024-2026 (Tizen 8.0+)

Crystal UHD, QLED, Neo QLED, The Frame, The Serif — all fully supported with DLNA enabled by default.

Samsung 2022-2023 (Tizen 7.0)

All Smart TV models including QN900B, QN85B, BU8000, and The Frame. DLNA works out of the box.

Samsung 2020-2021 (Tizen 6.0-6.5)

TU/AU series Crystal UHD, Q60T-Q950TS QLED range. DLNA is enabled by default on all models.

Samsung 2017-2019 (Tizen 4.0-5.5)

MU/NU/RU series. Fully compatible — you may need to enable DLNA manually under Settings > General > Network.

Samsung 2015-2016 (Tizen 2.3-3.0)

J/K series Smart TVs. DLNA is supported but some older firmware versions may need a software update for best compatibility.

Not sure which model you have? Check the label on the back of your TV or go to Settings > Support > About This TV on your Samsung TV.

Samsung TV Casting Methods Compared

There are several ways to get content from your phone to a Samsung TV. Here's how the most common methods compare so you can choose the best option for your setup.

Feature	CastBrowser (DLNA)	AirPlay	Screen Mirroring
Works on Android	Yes	No	Yes
Works on iPhone	Yes	Select Samsung models only	Yes (via Smart View)
Video quality	Full quality (direct stream)	Full quality	Reduced (compressed)
Battery usage	Low	Low	High
Use phone while casting	Yes	Yes	No (screen locked)
Works with compatible websites	Yes, for non-DRM videos	Only AirPlay-enabled apps	Yes (but mirrors everything)
Ad blocking	Built-in	No	No
TV app required	No (uses built-in DLNA)	No (built-in on select TVs)	No
Subtitle support	Yes	Limited	Only what's on screen
Cost	Free	Free (iPhone only)	Free

Why CastBrowser Doesn't Need Samsung Smart View

Samsung Smart View was Samsung's official app for connecting phones to Samsung TVs. Samsung discontinued it in 2022, replacing it with the SmartThings app. But even SmartThings is mostly designed for screen mirroring and smart home control — not for casting web videos.

CastBrowser takes a completely different approach. Instead of relying on Samsung's proprietary apps, it uses the DLNA protocol — an open standard that's been built into every Samsung Smart TV for over a decade. This means CastBrowser works reliably with any Samsung TV, regardless of the model year, and it doesn't matter whether Samsung updates or discontinues their companion apps.

CastBrowser via DLNA

+ Works on Android and iPhone
+ Casts video stream directly to TV
+ Built-in web browser with ad blocker
+ Automatic video detection from any site
+ No app needed on the Samsung TV
+ Automatic format conversion for Samsung
+ Background casting supported

Samsung Smart View / SmartThings

- Smart View discontinued in 2022
- SmartThings focuses on screen mirroring
- No built-in web browser
- No automatic video detection
- Mirrors entire screen (lower quality)
- Drains battery faster
- Phone locked to mirrored content

How to Cast to a Samsung QLED TV

Casting to a Samsung QLED is similar to casting to other Tizen Samsung Smart TVs — Q60, Q70, Q80, Q90, QN800, QN900, Neo QLED, and The Frame models support DLNA. Because Samsung QLED panels are tuned for high-bitrate, HDR content, you want a casting method that avoids screen-mirroring compression. CastBrowser sends compatible stream URLs directly to the TV, so the QLED panel can decode and display them natively at source quality.

Install CastBrowser on your phone (free, Android or iPhone).
Connect the phone and the QLED TV to the same Wi-Fi.
Open CastBrowser, browse to a compatible website with video, tap the cast icon.
Pick your QLED model from the device list (it shows up by its assigned name, e.g. “Samsung Q80B Series”).
The video plays on the QLED at source quality through the TV's native player.

Samsung Neo QLED 4K / 8K notes: these models can decode HEVC, AV1, and high-bitrate H.264 streams. CastBrowser passes whichever format the source page uses straight through; if the source is HLS (M3U8), the app converts it to MPEG-TS so the TV can play it without buffering.

How to Cast from a Samsung Phone to a Samsung TV

Galaxy phones (S series, Note, A series, Z Fold, Z Flip, Tab) ship with a few Samsung-branded options for getting content onto a Samsung TV. They aren't equivalent — pick based on what you're actually trying to do:

Method	What it actually does	Best for
Smart View / SmartThings	Mirrors entire phone screen as compressed video	Quick demos, presentations
Quick Connect / Tap View	Galaxy-only shortcut to Smart View — same screen mirroring under the hood	Convenience, not quality
CastBrowser (DLNA)	Sends compatible video stream URLs to the TV — TV plays them natively at source quality	Watching videos, source quality, lower battery use

For watching videos, CastBrowser is the better fit on a Galaxy phone: source-quality playback, better audio sync than mirroring, lower battery use, and the phone screen can be off while the video keeps playing on the Samsung TV. Install it from Google Play, browse to a compatible video, tap the cast icon, and pick your Samsung TV from the list.

Cast to Samsung TV Without Chromecast

Samsung Smart TVs do not include Chromecast — Google Cast is a Google-only feature, and Samsung uses its own ecosystem (Tizen OS, SmartThings, Smart View). The good news: you don't need Chromecast to cast to a Samsung TV. Samsung Smart TVs from 2015 onward support DLNA, an open wireless standard built directly into Tizen. CastBrowser uses DLNA to deliver compatible videos to your Samsung TV, with no Chromecast dongle, no Apple TV, no Samsung account, and no app installed on the TV itself.

The same approach works whether you're asking can you cast to Samsung TV from Android, from iPhone, from a Samsung phone, or from a Galaxy tablet — DLNA is platform-neutral. The phone runs CastBrowser as a DLNA controller; the Samsung TV runs the standard Tizen DLNA renderer; the video plays.

Cast from iPhone to Samsung TV

Casting from an iPhone to a Samsung TV has traditionally been difficult. AirPlay only works on select Samsung models from 2018 and later, and even then it's limited to AirPlay-compatible apps. CastBrowser solves this by using DLNA, which works on Samsung Tizen TVs even when AirPlay is not available.

Simply install CastBrowser from the App Store, browse to a compatible website, and cast videos to your Samsung TV. No AirPlay needed, no Samsung app required on the TV. For a complete iPhone walkthrough, see our iPhone to TV casting guide.

Cast from Android to Samsung TV

Android users can cast to Samsung TV just as easily. Download CastBrowser from the Google Play Store and start casting web videos immediately. Android users also get background casting — the video keeps playing on your Samsung TV even with the phone screen off, and you can control playback from the notification panel.

For the full Android walkthrough, see our Android to TV casting guide.

Samsung DLNA: How It Works

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is the protocol that makes Samsung TV casting possible without proprietary apps. Every Samsung Smart TV with Tizen OS includes a built-in DLNA renderer — a media player that can receive and play video streams sent from other devices on the same network.

When you cast with CastBrowser, the app discovers your Samsung TV on the local network and sends the video to the TV's built-in DLNA player. CastBrowser automatically handles any format conversion needed, ensuring smooth playback without buffering.

Want to learn more about the underlying technology? Read our complete guide to DLNA.

Supported Video Formats on Samsung TV

CastBrowser detects and casts videos in over 20 formats. For Samsung TVs specifically, CastBrowser handles all the format conversion automatically so you never have to worry about compatibility.

HLS (M3U8): The most common web video format — automatically converted for Samsung DLNA compatibility.
MP4 (H.264/H.265): Played natively on Samsung TVs, cast directly without conversion.
DASH (MPD): Adaptive streaming format used by many major platforms.
MKV, WebM, AVI: Container formats with various codecs — CastBrowser handles conversion as needed.
Live streams: Cast live TV and live event streams to your Samsung TV in real time.

Troubleshooting Samsung TV Casting

Samsung TV not appearing in CastBrowser?

Check Wi-Fi: Both your phone and Samsung TV must be on the exact same Wi-Fi network. Guest networks and mesh network pods on different subnets can cause issues.
Enable DLNA: On your Samsung TV, go to Settings > General > Network and make sure DLNA or media sharing is turned on. On newer models (2020+), DLNA is enabled by default.
Restart devices: Power off your Samsung TV completely (not just standby), wait 10 seconds, then turn it back on. Restart your phone as well.
Disable VPN: A VPN on your phone routes traffic outside your local network, preventing DLNA discovery.
Router settings: Some routers block device discovery. Check that UPnP is enabled in your router's settings.
Firewall: If you have a firewall app on your phone, make sure CastBrowser is allowed to access the local network.

Video not playing on Samsung TV?

Buffering: Switch to a 5GHz Wi-Fi band if available. Move your router closer to the TV or use an ethernet adapter on the TV.
Black screen: Try a different video quality from CastBrowser's video list. Some older Samsung models have limited codec support.
Audio only: The video codec may not be supported natively. Restarting the cast session usually resolves this.
Casting stops: On Android, disable battery optimization for CastBrowser in your phone's settings to prevent the OS from killing the app.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I stream to my Samsung TV from my phone?

Install CastBrowser on your phone (Android or iPhone) — it's free with no account required. Connect both your phone and Samsung TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Open CastBrowser and browse to a compatible website with video content. The app automatically detects playable non-DRM videos on the page, including HLS streams, MP4 files, and live streams. Tap the cast icon and your Samsung TV appears in the device list — select it and the video starts playing via DLNA. CastBrowser can use compatibility mode for streams that need Samsung-friendly delivery. No Samsung Smart View, SmartThings, or any app on the TV is needed.

Do I need Samsung Smart View to cast to Samsung TV?

No. Samsung discontinued Smart View in 2022, replacing it with the SmartThings app. But SmartThings is designed primarily for screen mirroring and smart home control — not for casting web videos. CastBrowser takes a completely different approach by using the DLNA protocol, an open standard that is built directly into Samsung Smart TV firmware. Because DLNA is part of the TV itself — not a separate downloadable app — it works independently from Samsung's companion apps. You don't need Smart View, SmartThings, or any other app installed on the TV. Just install CastBrowser on your phone, connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network, and you can cast compatible web videos to your Samsung TV right away. No account, no subscription, and no TV-side setup required.

Does Samsung TV support DLNA?

Yes. Samsung Smart TVs running Tizen OS — 2015 models and newer — have built-in DLNA support. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is an open standard that allows devices on the same local network to stream media to each other. On Samsung TVs, DLNA acts as a built-in media renderer that receives video streams from other devices. It is enabled by default on most Samsung models from 2018 onward. On older 2015-2017 models, you may need to enable it manually under Settings > General > Network. CastBrowser leverages this built-in DLNA renderer to stream compatible videos from your phone directly to your Samsung TV without screen mirroring or additional apps on the TV. The video plays through the TV's native media player, which is usually smoother and lighter on your phone than mirroring.

Can I cast from iPhone to Samsung TV?

Yes. CastBrowser works on both iPhone and Android. Casting from iPhone to Samsung TV has traditionally been difficult because AirPlay only works on select Samsung models from 2018 or later, and only within AirPlay-compatible apps. CastBrowser solves this by using DLNA instead — the open standard built into Samsung Tizen TVs. Download CastBrowser from the App Store, open the app, browse to a compatible website with video, and tap the cast icon. Your Samsung TV appears in the list when it is discoverable on the same Wi-Fi network. Select it and the video plays on the TV. You can continue using your iPhone for other tasks while casting. See our iPhone casting guide for a full walkthrough.

How do I cast to a Samsung QLED TV?

Casting to a Samsung QLED TV works the same as other Tizen Samsung Smart TVs — QLED models since 2017 support DLNA. Install CastBrowser, connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi, browse to a compatible video, and tap the cast icon. The QLED appears in the device list when it is discoverable. CastBrowser passes compatible streams through, so the QLED panel decodes and displays the source quality without screen-mirroring compression. See the full QLED section above.

How do I cast from a Samsung phone to a Samsung TV?

Three options: Smart View / SmartThings (mirrors your screen — fine for short clips, but compressed and battery-heavy); Quick Connect / Tap View on Galaxy phones (Smart View under the hood); or CastBrowser via DLNA (sends compatible video stream URLs so the TV plays them natively with lower battery use than mirroring). For watching videos, CastBrowser is the better fit — full Galaxy walkthrough in the Samsung phone section above.

Can you cast to a Samsung TV without Chromecast?

Yes. Samsung Smart TVs don't include Chromecast and don't need it — Tizen TVs from 2015 onward have DLNA built in. CastBrowser uses that DLNA layer to send compatible videos to the Samsung TV from Android, iPhone, or any Galaxy phone. No Chromecast dongle, no Apple TV, no Samsung account, no TV-side app. More on how DLNA works.

How do I cast Android to a Samsung TV?

Samsung Smart TVs don't natively support Google Cast, so the answer isn't Chromecast — it's DLNA. Install CastBrowser on Android, connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi, open a compatible website with video, and tap cast. Your Samsung TV appears in the list when it is discoverable and the video plays through the TV's native player. See the full Android casting guide.

Why is my Samsung TV not appearing for casting?

The most common cause is a Wi-Fi mismatch. Both your phone and Samsung TV must be on the exact same Wi-Fi network, including the same band. On dual-band routers, make sure both devices are on the same 2.4GHz or 5GHz band. Guest networks and mesh pods on different subnets block DLNA discovery. Also check that DLNA is enabled on your TV (Settings > General > Network) — on older 2015–2017 models this may need to be turned on manually. Disable any VPN running on your phone, since a VPN routes traffic outside your local network and prevents the TV from being discovered. Restart both your phone and Samsung TV (full power off, not just standby), and restart your Wi-Fi router. If your router has UPnP or device discovery settings, ensure those are enabled. These steps resolve most Samsung TV detection issues with CastBrowser.

What Samsung TV models are compatible?

All Samsung Smart TVs from 2015 onward running Tizen OS are compatible with CastBrowser. This includes the Crystal UHD, QLED, Neo QLED, The Frame, The Serif, and all standard Samsung Smart TV lines across every year since 2015. DLNA support is built into Tizen OS and present across all these models. More recent lineups (2022–2026) run Tizen 7.0+ with DLNA enabled by default. Older models from 2015–2017 (J/K series) use Tizen 2.3–3.0 and may require a manual DLNA enable or a firmware update for best compatibility. To identify your model, check the label on the back of the TV or navigate to Settings > Support > About This TV. Older Samsung non-Smart TVs without Tizen OS — including pre-2015 Smart Hub models — do not support DLNA and are not compatible.

Can I cast local video files to Samsung TV?

Yes. In addition to web videos, CastBrowser can cast video and audio files stored locally on your phone to your Samsung TV. Open the local files section in CastBrowser, browse your device storage, select any video file, and cast it to your Samsung TV just like a web video. CastBrowser supports all major video formats including MP4, MKV, AVI, WebM, and MOV. For formats that Samsung TV doesn't support natively, CastBrowser handles the conversion automatically so the file plays back correctly on your TV. Audio files — including MP3, AAC, and FLAC — can also be cast to your Samsung TV. This makes CastBrowser useful not just for streaming web content, but also as a way to play your personal media library on the big screen without needing a separate media server app.