Best apps like Universal Remote – TV Control

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Updated October 2026

Universal Remote – TV Control

Controlla TV LTD.

📊 Productivity

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Top Alternatives to Universal Remote

#1

Remote Control Smart LG TV by Quanticapps Ltd

Thinq Television Controller

Editor's Choice

4.2😞(3.8K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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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.

What We Love

🚀 Convenient remote control
👍 Responsive app
💡 Apple Watch integration
🚀 Effective TV control

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent disconnections
🔒 Privacy concerns
💰 Expensive premium features
🔋 Drains battery
📢 Excessive ads
🐛 Buggy app
🔒 Unreliable premium features

#2

Universal TV Remote Control+ by Paul Kenneth

Smart Television Controller

Strong Contender

4.4😞(582 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Control your smart TV with your phone. This app offers a seamless way to manage volume, channels, and navigation. It connects via Wi-Fi and supports a wide range of popular TV brands, simplifying your home entertainment experience.

What We Love

🚀 Works flawlessly
👍 Useful and easy to use
👍 Practical for the disabled and bedridden
👍 Excellent app

Room to Improve

🐛 Connection issues
🐛 Not working
💰 Expensive
💰 Paywall for basic features
🐛 Doesn't work after a while
🐛 Freezes when reopening

#3

Smart TV Remote Universal by Jenni Parkkonen

Voice, Keyboard & Trackpad

Worth Considering

3.8😞(891 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Transform your iOS device into a universal TV remote. Control multiple brands like Samsung, LG, and Roku seamlessly over WiFi. Manage power, volume, channels, and more without the clutter of physical remotes.

What We Love

⭐ Great remote app
💖 Love this remote
👍 Works well

Room to Improve

🚫 Doesn't work
📺 Won't connect to TV
🙄 Too many ads
💩 Terrible app
🤬 Waste of time

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Remote Control for Android TV

Remote Control for Android TV

Remote Control for Android TV

Control Your Smart TV & TV Box

Transform your smartphone into a versatile remote for your Android TV. Easily control multiple smart TVs and TV boxes from one device, offering a convenient alternative to traditional remotes. Enjoy features like touchpad navigation and app control.

Control multiple Android TVsAutomatic network scanning for TV detectionTouchpad navigation

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TV Remote Universal

TV Remote Universal

TV Remote Universal

Smart Control: Voice, Keyboard

Control your smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app transforms your device into a universal remote, supporting major brands like Samsung, LG, and Roku. Enjoy seamless control over power, volume, channels, and smart TV features.

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Universal TV Remote · Control

Universal TV Remote · Control

Universal TV Remote · Control

Remote Control for Smart TVs

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote for Smart TVs. Control power, volume, channels, and navigate with ease. Supports text search on popular platforms and connects automatically via Wi-Fi.

Full remote control functionsText search supportAutomatic Wi-Fi connection

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TV Remote • Universal Control

TV Remote • Universal Control

TV Remote • Universal Control

Smart Wifi Controller Stream

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for over 10,000 TV models. Discover personalized show recommendations, manage watchlists, and track viewing history all in one app.

Universal remote control for 10,000+ TV modelsWi-Fi connectivity (no extra hardware)Personalized show recommendations

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TV Remote Control “Universo”

TV Remote Control “Universo”

TV Remote Control “Universo”

Universal Remote for Smart TVs

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control multiple devices, cast media, and use your phone as a keyboard or for voice search. Customize your remote for quick access to apps and inputs.

Universal remote controlMulti-device supportSecond screen for captions

free with in-app purchases

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TV Remote & Universal Control+

TV Remote & Universal Control+

TV Remote & Universal Control+

Smart TV & Universal Remote

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Effortlessly control channels, volume, and apps on compatible smart TVs. Stream media from your phone directly to your TV screen with an intuitive interface.

All-in-one smart TV remoteEasy WiFi connectionChannel and volume control

free with in-app purchases

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Universal TV Remote Control ◦

Universal TV Remote Control ◦

Universal TV Remote Control ◦

Controller for Roku, Sony, LG

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control LG, Samsung, and other brands with ease, featuring volume, channel, and navigation controls. Premium features include live activity updates, customizable widgets, and media casting.

Universal TV compatibilityVolume, channel, and navigation controlsLive TV activity display

free with in-app purchases

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