# atvTools — ADB for every Android TV user

> iOS app to control and manage Android TV devices via ADB. (iPhone/iPad app by Oleksandr Hamlii.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atvtools/id1661419573 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Oleksandr Hamlii](https://appshunter.io/developer/1661419575)
- Category: Utilities, Developer Tools
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 166 App Store ratings · 96 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 69 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Turkish, Ukrainian
- Released: 2023-01-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atvtools/id1661419573/reviews.md

## What is atvTools?

App developed to control your TV devices from your iOS devices. You need to have enabled USB/Network debugging on your Android device to get it work
Depending on the device, some functions may not be available. Also it is not tested

App allows:
- Install (sideload) apps from your iOS device to your TV devices
- Control your TV apps (include opening, uninstalling, disabling/enabling and downloading APK)
- Control apps permissions (grant/revoke)
- Build-in File Manager
- Make screenshot or screenrecord (you can't capture any video content due to OS restrictions)
- Send files from your phone to TV
- Control your device using remote control and mouse mode in the app 
- Open channels on your iOS device (only Android TV 8+)
- Paste text from your phone
- Run Shell commands
- Clear all apps cache using one button
- Reboot and power TV device 
- See usage of CPU, RAM, network and storage
- See running apps and force-stop them if needed

## Key features

- Install apps remotely
- Manage TV apps (open, uninstall, disable)
- File transfer from phone to TV
- Remote control and mouse mode
- Run shell commands
- System monitoring (CPU, RAM, storage)
- Screenshot and screen recording

## Chart rankings

- #23 in Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 96)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atvtools/id1661419573/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nvidia Shield MUST

*2026-07-08, version 1.6.2*

If you have an Nvidia Shield buy this immediately.

### 5/5 — Bester App ever für Iphone

*2026-06-17*

Dieser App hat ein Nerd erstellt. Dafür sind 1000 Dankesworte nicht genug.

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2026-04-13, version 1.6.1*

wondering if it’s possible to change name when pairing? I have mine as Name’s TV Box but the apostrophe messes up the name

### 5/5 — Android TV Mouse Feature!

*2026-04-12, version 1.6.1*

Literally the only app on iOS that has a proper mouse feature for Android TV. Thank you! My one request is if you can please update the UI to be more compatible with iPhone SE sized screens :) and maybe improve the lag a bit if possible

### 5/5 — Must have tool for Android/Google TV

*2026-03-23*

Excellent app, simple, intuitive, just works. 
Prompt support via email from developer when I needed help understanding ADB Shell command usage. 
Perfect app for controlling your TV, apps & ADB Shell commands.

### 5/5 — Tolle App

*2026-03-17*

Funktioniert 1A, einzig was mich stört das Sie immer im
Hintergrund läuft und ich sie nicht schliessen kann :/

### 4/5 — Must have for all Android TV Owners!

*2026-03-10, version 1.6.0*

100% worth the price! Let’s you make the most of your Android Box. Screenshots, install apks, ADB you name it. Only reason I’m giving 4 stars it might just be me but the remote is really laggy the mouse isn’t but the dpad is not sure why but great app!!!

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2026-03-10, version 1.6.0*

Love all the features hope you keep adding more.

### 5/5 — The best utility for power users !

*2026-03-08*

Thank you for developing the iOS counterpart of this beloved app !! Also thanks a lot for listening to suggestions and improving it with every update!!!

### 5/5 — very good

*2026-02-19, version 1.5.4*

very good

## Frequently asked questions about atvTools

### What does atvTools do?

atvTools allows you to control your Android TV devices from your iOS device. It enables features like installing apps, managing existing ones, transferring files, and using your phone as a remote control.

### What are the key features of atvTools?

Key features include the ability to sideload apps, control app permissions, a built-in file manager, remote control functionality, the option to paste text from your phone, run shell commands, clear app cache, and monitor system usage.

### Is atvTools free to use?

Yes, the application is free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided data.

### What are the requirements to use atvTools?

You need to have USB/Network debugging enabled on your Android TV device for the app to function. The app is designed for Android TV users with iOS devices.

### What are some common use cases for atvTools?

Common use cases include easily installing apps not available in the Play Store, managing installed applications, transferring media files to your TV, and using your phone as a convenient remote control for your Android TV.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.2 — 2026-06-18

Fixes & improvements

### 1.6.1 — 2026-04-06

App developed to control your TV devices from your iOS devices. You need to have enabled USB/Network debugging on your Android device to get it work
Depending on the device, some functions may not be available. Also it is not tested

App allows:
- Install (sideload) apps from your iOS device to your TV devices
- Control your TV apps (include opening, uninstalling, disabling/enabling and downloading APK)
- Control apps permissions (grant/revoke)
- Build-in File Manager
- Make screenshot or screenrecord (you can't capture any video content due to OS restrictions)
- Send files from your phone to TV
- Control your device using remote control and mouse mode in the app 
- Open channels on your iOS device (only Android TV 8+)
- Paste text from your phone
- Run Shell commands
- Clear all apps cache using one button
- Reboot and power TV device 
- See usage of CPU, RAM, network and storage
- See running apps and force-stop them if needed

### 1.6.0 — 2026-02-28

• Liquid Glass support fixes (better on iOS 26.1+)
• Implemented apps filters 
• Apps and shell tabs save states while switching between tabs
• Mouse mode supports drag&drop for Android 7 and older. Implemented scrollbar and swipe gestures support
• Shell should work better and more stable
• Screenshot get new "Save to Photos" and "Copy to clipboard" options. Screenrecord get "Save to Photos" option
• Media control for Android 10+ works automatically 
• New "Screensaver" and "Sleep" features in "Tools" tab
• Fixes & improvements

### 1.5.4 — 2025-10-25

- Fixes & improvements

### 1.5.3 — 2025-08-28

- Fixes & improvements

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