# Universal Smart TV Remote — Universal Remote for TV > Universal remote control app for select Samsung, Sony, Roku, and Vizio Smart TVs. (iPhone/iPad app by Rifat Hasan.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-tv-remote/id1492953933 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Rifat Hasan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1658260805) - Category: Utilities, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 4.10/5 from 941 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 12 MB - Languages: English, German, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Chinese, Spanish - Released: 2020-01-03 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-tv-remote/id1492953933/reviews.md ## What is Universal Smart TV Remote? *FINALLY, AN EASY WAY TO JUST OPEN AN APP AND CONTROL YOUR SAMSUNG, SONY, ROKU, AND VIZIO SMART TV'S* Universal Smart TV Remote is an application built for folks who are sick and tired of remotes that constantly get lost, don't work, or need to be used just right to register on your TV. To use this application is simple, just make sure that: 1. your TV is turned on 2. open this app on your iPhone That's it, there are NO ADDITIONAL SETTINGS required. In addition, to ensure ease of use we will NEVER SHOW ANY POP UP OR FULL PAGE ADS. There is also NO SUBSCRIPTION NEEDED. This application only supports: Samsung Smart TV's released 2014 and later Sony Bravia TV's released 2016 and later Vizio SmartCast TV's released 2016 and later Roku TV's released 2016 and later For questions and any feedback please reach us at: admin@universalremotellc.com Disclaimer Universal Smart TV Remote (this product) is: 1. not affiliated with Samsung Group in any way and is not a Samsung product 2. not affiliated with Sony Corporation of America in any way and is not a Sony product 3. not affiliated with Roku, Inc. in any way and is not a Roku product 4. not affiliated with VIZIO Inc. in any way and is not a Vizio product This application creates a remote control for Samsung, Sony, Roku, and Vizio Smart TV's by using the publicly available Samsung SmartView SDK, Sony Bravia TV API, Roku ECP API, and Vizio TV SmartCast API. All terms for the API's are adhered to and all rights, content, and trademarks are owned by their respective owners. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS: Subscription Length: Weekly - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - You will be able to access full feature of the app for the duration of the subscription - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original "1 Week" unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of the chosen package (weekly, yearly) - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period - You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription setting through your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit below link for more information: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 - You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your iTunes Account Settings.However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period - Any unused portion of a free-trial period, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Read our full Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy at: https://universalremotellc.com/privacy-policy-2/ https://universalremotellc.com/terms/ ## Key features - Control Samsung Smart TVs (2014+) - Control Sony Bravia TVs (2016+) - Control Vizio SmartCast TVs (2016+) - Control Roku TVs (2016+) - Ad-free experience - No subscription required ## What do users think of Universal Smart TV Remote? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 🚀 Works great - 👍 Easy to use - 👍 Connects easily - 👍 Helpful app - 👍 Solid remote app **Cons** - 🐛 Doesn't always work - 💰 Requires subscription - 💰 Overpriced subscription - 🔍 Limited functionality - 🐛 Crashes/freezes **Commonly reported bugs** - Connectivity issues - Functionality issues after updates **Most requested features** - Dark mode option - Improved TV control beyond just power/volume ## Recent user reviews (10 of 50) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-tv-remote/id1492953933/reviews.md ### 5/5 — It really works! *2023-01-26, version 3.4* I was skeptical about it but it actually works! ### 1/5 — Pay? *2022-05-21, version 3.4* Works OK for a few minutes, then they hit you up for payment. No thanks. ### 1/5 — What a JOKE!! *2022-03-06, version 3.4* Remote works great for about 5 minutes, then says “try it FREE for 3 days” then $2.99 per week after. Are you freaking kidding me?! ### 1/5 — Still being charged!🤬 *2022-02-20, version 3.4* I canceled my subscription months ago and they still charging me $2.99 a month. I need to know what what can I do to stop this? ### 1/5 — Not working *2022-01-05, version 3.4* Stop working after few weeks, even though brought the (lifetime Subscriptions 9.99$.) ### 1/5 — Remote isn’t syncing even though we are on the same network *2021-11-26, version 3.4* I’ve done everything it asked. Put in the correct IP address and make sure the tv and remote are on the same internet network, but the remote isn’t working. ### 1/5 — Waste of money and time *2021-05-07, version 3.4* Had to get a refund from apple because the app doesn’t work. It says it’s connected to my tv but every time I click one of the volume buttons, the app asks me if we are on the same WiFi network ### 1/5 — Just buy another remote *2021-03-06, version 3.4* It worked fine for the first few minutes and then it suddenly asks you to pay. I thought it was suggesting you to pay for extra features, but it insists that you pay for the features it already showed. Not worth it unless you just want a new remote ### 3/5 — It’s okay *2021-02-20, version 3.4* First I thought it was going to be the best app but it’s not after like 10 minutes it was you to start a free trail for 3 days and it’s $2.99 a WEEK So I don’t think people should get this app. 😓 ### 1/5 — Worked until I paid for it *2021-02-01, version 3.4* Can’t get the up down and side to side to work. Can’t use with my tv. Vizio ## Frequently asked questions about Universal Smart TV Remote ### What does the Universal Smart TV Remote app do? This app allows you to control your compatible Samsung, Sony, Roku, or Vizio Smart TV directly from your iPhone. It provides a simple and convenient way to manage your TV without needing a physical remote. ### Which TV brands and models are supported? The app supports Samsung Smart TVs released 2014 and later, Sony Bravia TVs released 2016 and later, Vizio SmartCast TVs released 2016 and later, and Roku TV's released 2016 and later. ### Is this app free to use? The app operates on a subscription model. While there might be a free trial period, full access to features requires a weekly subscription. Auto-renewal can be managed through your iTunes Account Settings. ### What are the benefits of using this app over a physical remote? This app offers a convenient alternative to physical remotes that can get lost or malfunction. It provides a simple setup process with no additional settings required and guarantees an ad-free experience. ### How do I set up the app to control my TV? Setup is straightforward. Simply ensure your TV is turned on and then open the app on your iPhone. No further settings are needed to begin controlling your compatible smart TV. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 3.4 — 2020-12-04 iOS 14 device discover issue resolved. ## Apps similar to Universal Smart TV Remote | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Remote for Vizio ·](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-vizio/id1451286787) | 3.6 (14,319) | Free | Utilities | | [Universal TV Remote ·](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote/id1439422220) | 4.6 (80,617) | Free | Utilities | | [Universal Remote - Control TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-tv/id1503315843) | 4.3 (14,843) | Free | Utilities | | [Universal Smart TV Remote App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-tv-remote-app/id1502206853) | 4.5 (449) | Free | Utilities | | [Universal Smart Remote for TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-remote-for-tv/id1449395090) | 3.4 (565) | Free | Utilities | | [Universal TV Remote Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1492122256) | 3.6 (4,062) | Free | Utilities | ## More apps by Rifat Hasan - [Smart TV Remote for Sony](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-for-sony/id1490813284) All apps by Rifat Hasan: https://appshunter.io/developer/1658260805 --- *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 2026-06-10.*