# Remote control for Samsung — user reviews > 51 indexed App Store user reviews of Remote control for Samsung by SON TINH MOBLIE SOFTWARE COMPANY LIMITED, rated 3.69/5 from 612 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-samsung/id1554232659/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-samsung/id1554232659.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 395 · 4★ 15 · 3★ 9 · 2★ 5 · 1★ 188 ## What do users think of Remote control for Samsung? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 👍 Easy to use - 🚀 Works flawlessly - 💡 Convenient backup remote - 🔒 No ads or subscription required **Cons** - 🐛 Requires TV remote to connect - 🐛 Limited functionality without premium plan - 🐛 Doesn't work for some users **Commonly reported bugs** - Fails to connect to TV - Prompts for premium plan even for basic features **Most requested features** - Add more customization options - Improve TV connection process - Provide better support and troubleshooting ## Newest reviews (16 of 51) ### 5/5 — Good for most *2021-12-10, version 1.4.1* Great app to have as a backup ... so far. I've only just recently downloaded it, but so far so good. No Ads or waiting... so far. ### 5/5 — Very helpful *2021-12-07, version 1.4.1* The only app that really works even if your tv isn't new, u only need internet connection. ### 5/5 — it's very easy to use *2021-11-27, version 1.4.1* This app is wonderful!! Didn't have to adjust any settings...it worked immediately. Love it!! ### 5/5 — I didn't think it will be this great *2021-11-27, version 1.4.1* Great app. My remote broke down years ago. Hard to look for replacement. ### 5/5 — Easy to use *2021-11-27, version 1.4.1* works great most times, may have to shut down the device the app is installed to have it respond. ### 5/5 — Good remote *2021-11-19, version 1.4.1* I have been using this app for months and it has worked well. ### 5/5 — 5 stars *2021-10-27, version 1.4.1* Love itttt exactly what I needed I broke my magic tv remote control and couldn't access the 3d mode and with this it was possible. ### 5/5 — Like app *2021-10-27, version 1.4.1* It came out quite useful apart from it, it does not have ads like other apps, I only use this app. ### 5/5 — Works perfectly *2021-10-20, version 1.4.1* Found the TV instantly. Basically connected on its own just had to give permission. Works perfectly ### 5/5 — Great user interface. *2021-10-18, version 1.4.1* Very few ads. You have to turn on the TV manually due to it operates on wi-fi network. ### 5/5 — Great. *2021-10-17, version 1.4.1* Fantastic! When the remote gets lost, I pull out my phone and still have control of the tv. ### 5/5 — It actually works *2021-10-12, version 1.4.1* You have all the features and no need of a premium plan ### 5/5 — Easy to use *2021-10-08, version 1.4.1* It controls the tv. not sure what else you would possible want from a tv remote app. easy to use ### 5/5 — It actually works *2021-10-08, version 1.4.1* Pretty impressive. Didn't think it'd actually work and is set up like the actual remote for my tv. ### 5/5 — verygood *2021-10-06, version 1.4.1* This is very convenient when you don't find your remote, gave me most of the options ### 5/5 — I just lost my remote *2021-10-05, version 1.4.1* Works great used to turn the volume up on tv. When remote is too far away ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Get a physical remote *2023-03-23* No idea why you’d have to pay for this when Samsung frequently sends remotes that are not compatible with their own televisions. Nothing works and unless you’re ready to commit to a subscription or pay $10 you can’t use this app to even see if it works. Maybe someone should get in touch with roku and take notes on how to make a functioning remote app. ### 1/5 — HATE IT,NO USE *2022-09-03, version 1.4.1* My toddler lost our remote control so i figured to get this app i payed for the upgraded version and everythingggg and there was literally no use!! When i try to connect to my tv it says to allow my tv to connect and everysingle time it says that!! And i cant press allow on my tv because i DONT HAVE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO DO SO Im just frustruated would want my money back cause there was no use in even purchasing the upgrade ### 1/5 — $9.99 a month *2022-07-10, version 1.4.1* You will not be able to use it without purchasing the premium plan first. To use this for one month you need to spend the same amount of money that a replacement control costs. Who knows what they mean by “limited” use. No “button” works. Every single ones prompts the premium purchase ad. If you’re in a bind or you have lost multiple controls then this could be an option. Be prepared to pay upfront to see if it works. Support email is a gmail. They can make an app but not have they’re own app/apps domain? Plus they they share some usage for ads. ### 1/5 — Worst than the smart things app which also doesn’t work. *2022-06-15, version 1.4.1* Downloaded the app because my toddler lost the remote. Downloaded it, said all functions work without buying premium I just have to deal with ads. Fine, except not fine, because I can’t use a single feature at all instead it pops up with “buy our premium app” and still can’t use my tv. I’d give no stars if possible. And don’t go messaging me Dev to try and fix or smooth it over with me because it won’t work. ### 1/5 — Don’t bother… *2021-08-14, version 1.4.1* What’s the use of getting this app when every time you want to use it, you still need to reach for the remote to give the app permission to communicate with the tv. It’s a catch 22 … useless. I tried to submit a review through the app’s settings but it won’t let you do that. The send button is hidden under the keyboard and there’s no way to submit it. I’m pretty sure trying to get my money back for this subscription won’t be worth it. ### 1/5 — Won’t work for me *2021-05-02, version 1.2* Tried it on the iPhone 12 mini. Won’t connect after allowing it through my tv. There is a white notification that pops up telling me to allow the tv to connect, but I can’t read it, so I had to change the phone’s orientation to landscape, but even that doesn’t do anything. I’m guessing there is more to the message. Thought it was worth a shot since it had a high review rating. ### 5/5 — Holy crap it works! *2021-12-22, version 1.4.1* Totally expecting another scam and it worked in like 10 seconds or less. Boom! Lol. I don’t know why it feels so good to have something actually work super easily, because things should work, but praise God, it works! Lol. Thanks! ### 5/5 — Very effective *2021-12-14, version 1.4.1* Bottom line is I spent almost an hour searching the net to fix my Samsung remote control device and then I got smart and used my phone to download the app less than a minute later I was using it to control my TV I'm very pleased ### 5/5 — I like it *2021-12-13, version 1.4.1* This remote works flawlessly on my Samsung TV . My 5yo dropped the factory remote and broke it making it hard to do even basic functions like turning the volume up or down . This remote has been amazing !! ### 5/5 — 5 stars *2021-12-13, version 1.4.1* The best and most useful app I've downloaded. For free!! It really does everything my remote did. I opened a few other Samsung remote apps but this us tge only one that sync quickly and has every feature my original remote has and can be used. ## Most praised reviews (6 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Thanks ! *2021-12-10, version 1.4.1* This app is awesome for a few reasons. My remote doesn't light up which makes it hard to see at night. I don't havevto turn the light in to see when I use the remote on my phone. If my tagible remote breaks I don't havev to buy another one, if I miss place it no big beal I have the one on my phone. ... ### 5/5 — Love this app. *2021-12-10, version 1.4.1* After using Samsung's official app that didn't work at all, I wasn't sure about using this one. Wow, it works really well, like magic on my basic Iphone phone. It was easy to connect to my TV, all of my actual remote functions exist on this app, and I highly recommend this app to others ### 5/5 — Good job ! *2021-12-10, version 1.4.1* For those looking for the right remote to download after losing/breaking, or in my case, my dog ate my remote, look no further, save your time and download this app. All the basic features work perfectly, including the directional buttons, which allow me to maneuver through my apps after opening up ... ### 5/5 — Works pretty good *2021-12-10, version 1.4.1* Nice Samsung cell remote control. I'm using it as a backup with my 65" Samsung Smart Television; and I'm using it as a NETWORK RC. The settings say it can also be used as a IR remote. The interface and layout of the buttons is very nice. ### 5/5 — Great TV Remote app *2021-12-10, version 1.4.1* It works great! I have two questions. 1, how about make another interface like Samsung's smart remote controller, which has only a few buttons, such as volume, channel, return, confirm, up, down, left and right? 2, I have two TVs, how to easily select one of them? Currently it seems either searching... ### 5/5 — Great and responsive *2021-12-10, version 1.4.1* Amazing app. Can turn on or off, bring in a different room, which is a great feature --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-10.*