# TV Remote Control — Universal — Smart WiFi Keyboard & Touchpad

> Smart TV remote control for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac. (iPhone/iPad app by Remote Sunrise LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id1535056536 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 1,248 App Store ratings · 942 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 140 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany) and 23 more
- Released: 2020-10-27
- Data updated: 2026-09-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id1535056536/reviews.md

## What is TV Remote Control?

Can't find the remote? Use your iPhone or iPad to control a compatible TV over WiFi. Start with free basic remote buttons, with companion controls on Apple Watch and Mac.

CHECK COMPATIBILITY
Supports compatible Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, Roku, Hisense and Vizio devices.
Your phone and TV must be on the same local network. Pairing or enabling network control on your TV may be required. Available buttons and features vary by model.

FREE EVERYDAY CONTROL
Use the basic keypad for volume, channels, navigation and playback where supported. Basic Apple Watch and widget buttons are also free. Save multiple TVs and organize them by room.

TYPE, TAP AND WATCH
Premium unlocks keyboard input, app launching, input switching, keypad customization, extended Apple Watch controls and additional Siri Shortcuts on supported devices.
Touchpad navigation is available on supported Apple TV, Samsung and LG devices.

DIRECT CONNECTION
Remote commands are sent over your local network. No TV account is required.

IN-APP PURCHASES
Choose a lifetime purchase or an auto-renewing subscription where offered.
Payment is charged to your Apple ID account when you confirm the purchase.
Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends.
Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends.
Manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings.

DISCLAIMER
This is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Apple Inc., Samsung, LG, Google, Amazon, Roku, Hisense, Vizio or any other TV or device manufacturer.
Product names, logos and brands belong to their owners and are used only to indicate compatibility.

Privacy Policy: https://www.rs.ltd/privacy
Terms of Use: https://www.rs.ltd/terms

## Key features

- Full-featured remote control (power, volume, navigation)
- Launch apps directly on supported TVs
- Text input via iPhone keyboard
- Touchpad navigation
- Control from Apple Watch and Home Screen widgets
- Supports multiple TV brands and streaming devices

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Features | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 month | $3.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of TV Remote Control?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 💡 Useful remote control features
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🤖 Works with various TV brands
- 🔌 Turns TV on/off

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔍 Difficult to find specific TV models
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
- 🕰️ Slow response times on some devices
- 🔘 Confusing button layout

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Fails to connect to some TV models
- Loses connection randomly
- Volume controls not working properly

**Most requested features**

- Add more TV brand support
- Improve Apple Watch integration
- Customize button layout and colors
- Implement voice control
- Add keyboard functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 942)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id1535056536/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Not bad but not good

*2026-09-09, version 2608.2*

Works good and then stops after a while. Keeps disconnecting while your TV will not pop up, nor connect.

### 5/5 — Very cool

*2026-08-24*

Настоящее

### 5/5 — Just what I needed!

*2026-08-14, version 2608.2*

I was looking for an app to control my LG TV

### 5/5 — René Hernández

*2026-07-31, version 2607.3*

75” QLED

### 5/5 — Five stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

*2026-07-12*

I love this app, but we don’t have any of that. We need a new option of iPad iPhone, and every device device that Apple has and every device every oh no use this except Phone gets and they need all of the phones added to this app now added to the app that you have.

### 4/5 — 连接不上

*2026-07-05*

sony电视剧连接不上 有搜索出设备 也有配对码 但是输进去不管用还是离线状态。但是电视机说已经配对上设备了。不管用 而且写了mac地址还是没用不知道为什么全都关机重启 删了重装了  不知道为何

**Developer response:** 请通过 support@rs.ltd 联系我。

### 5/5 — Best remote

*2026-06-29*

Works with every tv

### 5/5 — Very Useful

*2026-06-28, version 2606.4*

Very Useful , Very easy and brilliant Developer.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2026-06-26, version 2606.4*

Keeps spinning and thinking and I cant stop it.
MACBOOK

### 4/5 — Add this

*2026-06-26, version 2606.4*

Add option to change remote colour for free to light purple in app not app sign

## Frequently asked questions about TV Remote Control

### What does Universal TV — Remote Control do?

This app transforms your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or Mac into a powerful remote control for your smart TV and streaming devices. It allows you to control power, volume, navigation, channels, and playback, as well as launch apps and switch inputs on supported devices.

### What are the key features of this TV remote app?

Key features include a full-featured remote control, direct app launching on supported TVs, text input using your iPhone keyboard for faster searching and signing in, and a smooth touchpad experience for easy navigation. It also offers control from your Apple Watch and Home Screen widgets.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but some advanced features require a paid upgrade. Payment for these features is charged to your Apple ID account. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

### What devices are compatible with Universal TV — Remote Control?

The app supports a wide range of smart TVs and streaming devices, including Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Android TV, Fire TV, Roku, Hisense, and Vizio. Compatibility is automatically adapted to your specific TV model.

### How can I use this app to control my TV?

Once downloaded, the app connects to your smart TV or streaming device. You can then use the on-screen interface on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch to control your TV's functions, similar to a physical remote, but with added conveniences like keyboard input and touchpad control.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2609.3 — 2026-09-22

What’s New

• Customize the remote buttons in your iPhone’s Live Activities with Premium.
• Reorder saved devices within each room to keep your favorites easy to reach.

Improvements

• Updated the Premium keypad editor with improved button placement, resizing, and color editing.
• Fixed restoring default layouts for some Roku keypads.
• Improved widget layouts, app icons, and command reliability on Mac.
• Improved remote responsiveness and Live Activity updates.

### 2609.1 — 2026-09-08

What’s New

• Customize the remote buttons in your iPhone’s Live Activities with Premium.
• Reorder saved devices within each room to keep your favorites easy to reach.

Improvements

• Updated the Premium keypad editor with improved button placement, resizing, and color editing.
• Fixed restoring default layouts for some Roku keypads.
• Improved widget layouts, app icons, and command reliability on Mac.
• Improved remote responsiveness and Live Activity updates.

### 2608.2 — 2026-08-07

What’s New

• Live Activities keep essential remote controls available on your iPhone’s Lock Screen and Dynamic Island while the app is in the background.
• Added experimental support for Sony and Panasonic TVs, including automatic discovery and manual connection.

Improvements

• Improved keyboard text input on Android TV and Google TV.
• Improved widget and Siri command reliability.
• Improved accessibility and large-text layouts across setup, PIN entry, and onboarding.
• Fixed issues affecting Apple TV communication, secure pairing with some Samsung TVs, and Vizio stability.

### 2607.5 — 2026-08-01

What’s New

• Live Activities keep essential remote controls available on your iPhone’s Lock Screen and Dynamic Island while the app is in the background.
• Added experimental support for Sony and Panasonic TVs, including automatic discovery and manual connection.

Improvements

• Improved keyboard text input on Android TV and Google TV.
• Improved widget and Siri command reliability.
• Improved accessibility and large-text layouts across setup, PIN entry, and onboarding.
• Fixed issues affecting Apple TV communication, secure pairing with some Samsung TVs, and Vizio stability.

### 2607.3 — 2026-07-22

What’s New

• Live Activities keep essential remote controls available on your iPhone’s Lock Screen and Dynamic Island while the app is in the background.
• Added experimental support for Sony and Panasonic TVs, including automatic discovery and manual connection.

Improvements

• Improved keyboard text input on Android TV and Google TV.
• Improved widget and Siri command reliability.
• Improved accessibility and large-text layouts across setup, PIN entry, and onboarding.
• Fixed issues affecting Apple TV communication, secure pairing with some Samsung TVs, and Vizio stability.

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