Best TV Remote alternatives: apps like TV Remote: Smart Remote for TV

51+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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10 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like TV Remote or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 51+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to TV Remote

Universal TV Remote 路#1

Universal TV Remote 路 by KRAFTWERK 9 LTD

Remote control for Smart TV
Editor's Choice
馃敡 Utilities
4.6馃槓(96K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#29in Utilities
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Control your smart TV with your phone. Navigate menus, use a touchpad, and access basic functions for hundreds of TV models. Requires initial setup with a physical remote for some features.

What We Love

  • 馃殌 Works great
  • 馃憤 Easy to use
  • 馃挕 Useful when remote is lost
  • 馃殌 Connects easily
  • 馃憤 Provides basic TV controls for free

Room to Improve

  • 馃悰 Connectivity issues
  • 馃捀 Paywall for advanced features
  • 馃摵 Doesn't work with all TV models
  • 馃摙 Excessive ads
  • 馃攲 Requires TV remote for initial setup
TV Remote - Universal Control#2

TV Remote - Universal Control by EVOLLY.APP

Remote Control for TV
Strong Contender
馃敡 Utilities
4.4馃槥(635K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#3in Utilities
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Control your smart TV directly from your phone. Connect via WIFI to manage volume, channels, and navigation with a touchpad and keyboard. Supports major brands like Samsung, Roku, and LG.

What We Love

  • 馃殌 Connects easily
  • 馃憤 Convenient remote control
  • 馃敀 Works with multiple TVs
  • 馃憤 Helpful when remote is lost

Room to Improve

  • 馃敀 Requires original remote for setup
  • 馃挵 Subscription required for full functionality
  • 馃悰 Frequent disconnections
  • 馃挵 Expensive subscription
  • 馃攱 Drains phone battery
  • 馃攳 Too many ads
RemoTV: Universal TV Remote#3

RemoTV: Universal TV Remote by EpicScale Inc

Screen Mirroring & TV Cast
Worth Considering
馃敡 Utilities
4.6馃槥(18K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#84in Utilities
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Transform your smartphone into a universal smart TV remote. Control channels, volume, and settings with an intuitive interface, touchpad, and keyboard. Streamline your entertainment experience with effortless setup and quick access to streaming services.

What We Love

  • 馃殌 Fast connection
  • 馃憤 Easy to use
  • 馃敀 Secure connection
  • 馃挕 Useful remote control features
  • 馃ぉ Impressive technology

Room to Improve

  • 馃悰 Frequent disconnections
  • 馃挵 Paid subscription required for full functionality
  • 鈿狅笍 Limited features in free version
  • 馃攲 Requires TV to be on to use
  • 馃攪 No volume control

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Transform your phone into a powerful TV remote. Connect to your smart TV over Wi-Fi for wireless control from anywhere in your home. Enjoy a user-friendly interface and seamless operation.

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Control your LG Smart TV with your iPhone. Offers a keyboard, touchpad, and channel list. Connect to the same Wi-Fi for seamless control after a simple pairing process.

Keyboard inputTouchpad controlChannel list
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Control your smart TV and streaming devices with your phone. Navigate menus, launch channels, adjust volume, and type text easily. Cast media from your phone to the big screen.

Touchpad navigationHot keys for channelsVolume control
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Control your LG smart TV from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Easily manage channels, volume, and launch apps with a touchpad and Siri shortcuts.

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Control your smart TV from your iPhone with this app. Easily cast photos, videos, and audio, navigate with a magic cursor, and access apps quickly. Offers premium features through subscription.

Intuitive virtual remote controlCast photos, videos, and audioMagic Cursor for navigation
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Roku TV Remote & Channel
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Mirror Screen,Cast Photo to TV
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Control your smart TV and mirror your screen with this comprehensive remote app. It offers easy channel access, touchpad navigation, and casting capabilities for photos and videos. Enjoy seamless streaming and presentations directly from your mobile device.

Smart TV remote controlScreen mirroringChannel shortcuts
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TV Remote - Universal
TV Remote - Universal
TV Remote - Universal
Remote Control for TV
Free

Control your smart TV using your smartphone. This app supports numerous brands and models, consolidating multiple remotes into one device. Enjoy a streamlined TV experience by downloading it today.

Smart TV control via phoneSupports wide range of brandsEliminates need for multiple remotes
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free with in-app purchases