# Smart TV remote app — remote control for tv

> Virtual smart TV remote control app for various brands via Wi-Fi. (iPhone/iPad app by SCOUT -WEB BASED SYSTEMS LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-app/id1614904513 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SCOUT -WEB BASED SYSTEMS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1614904515)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 267 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-04-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-app/id1614904513/reviews.md

## What is Smart TV remote app?

This app is a virtual remote that allows you to control your Smart TV from your Phone.

Works with Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic,TCL Roku,Roku sticks,Hitachi, Telefunken, Grundig, Continental Edison TV and more...
To use this remote control, your iPhone must be on the same Wi-fi network as your TV.
Detection of your TV will be automatic and depending on the model of your TV, you will have to accept the message that will appear on your TV screen.

The app works through WIFI, so you do not have to be close to the TV to make it works.


With a realistic design, you can use all the functions of the original remote control very easily.


This app supports the most famous TV brands like Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart Tv and LG Web OS, Sony Bravia, Philips, Panasonic viera, Telefunken, Grundig, Hitachi and Continental Edison.


We have integrated the most useful commands, the features are listed below:


-Change the volume

-Change the channel number

-Use navigation pad

-Video control (Play/Pause/Stop...)

-Menu, Options, Info, Tools

-Power off


If you have any suggestions, feel free to contact us.


Disclaimer:

This application is not an official app of Samsung,LG,Sony,Philips,Panasonic,Telefunken,Grundig,Continental Edison nor are we affiliated with these company.

Privacy Policy:
http://scout-web-based.tilda.ws/privacy
Terms of use:
http://scout-web-based.tilda.ws/terms

## Key features

- Virtual remote control
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Volume control
- Channel changing
- Navigation pad
- Video playback controls
- Menu and options access

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Week Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Control | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote Control TV | $1.99 | per 7 days |


## What do users think of Smart TV remote app?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Connects to anything
- 👍 Worked first time instantly

**Cons**

- 💸 All features are paid
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 💸 High weekly cost
- 💸 Trying to scam users
- 👎 App doesn't work
- 👎 Cannot find TV
- 👎 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 👎 Free version has too many ads
- 👎 Misleading app description
- 👎 Poor user experience
- 👎 Not free, requires subscription
- 👎 Disconnects frequently
- 👎 Inconvenient to use

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Does not work on TV
- Cannot find TV
- Difficult to cancel subscription
- Free version opens ads with every button press
- Payment went through without agreement
- Inconvenient and disconnects from TV frequently
- Support tab does not work
- Cannot cancel free trial

**Most requested features**

- Clear instructions on how to connect
- Option to cancel subscription easily
- Less intrusive ads in free version

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-app/id1614904513/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Надо платить

*2025-07-07*

Надо платить

### 1/5 — Ничего не возможно делать без платной подписки

*2025-06-29*

Все платно.

### 1/5 — Poor & Msleading

*2025-05-03, version 1.0.4*

Tries to make you subscribe while hiding the free version with dark patterns, the free version opens a skippable ad with EVERY button press yes, literally. And the best part? It wouldn’t even pair to my TV (when other apps do)

### 5/5 — Check

*2025-03-03, version 1.0.4*

See if it works

### 1/5 — Remote

*2024-07-29*

Ripped off
Does not work on my tv

### 5/5 — Lili

*2024-06-14*

Karen

### 1/5 — Terrible!

*2024-03-30, version 1.0.3*

Unless you want to be scammed out of £39.99 stay away from this app

### 5/5 — The best

*2024-02-13, version 1.0.3*

It can connect to anything

### 1/5 — 👎

*2024-02-05*

оформила подписку, а приложение даже телевизор найти не может. отстой

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2024-02-01, version 1.0.3*

You have to pay for everything so i am deleting i do not recommend

## Frequently asked questions about Smart TV remote app

### What does this smart TV remote app do?

This app acts as a virtual remote control for your smart TV, allowing you to manage its functions directly from your smartphone. It supports common actions like changing channels, adjusting volume, and controlling video playback.

### How do I connect the app to my TV?

To use the app, your iPhone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your smart TV. The app automatically detects your TV, and you may need to accept a prompt on your TV screen for the connection to finalize.

### Which TV brands are supported by this app?

The app supports a wide range of popular TV brands including Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, TCL Roku, and more. It is designed to work with various smart TV models from these manufacturers.

### Is this app free to use?

The application is free to download and use with its core functionalities. However, it offers in-app purchases, suggesting that some advanced features or an ad-free experience may require payment.

### Can I control my TV from another room?

Yes, since the app works through Wi-Fi, you do not need to be in the same room as your TV to control it. As long as both your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network, you can operate it from anywhere within your home's network range.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.7 — 2026-05-27

- Minor changes and improvements

### 1.0.6 — 2025-10-14

- Minor changes and improvements

### 1.0.5 — 2025-08-20

- Minor fixes

### 1.0.4 — 2024-04-25

stability improvements & bug fixes

### 1.0.3 — 2023-12-01

- Minor changes and improvements

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