Comparison

TVMote vs Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TVMote

Control your Smart TV, MediaCenter, or Set-Top Box directly from your iOS or watchOS device. Offers channel lists, automatic device discovery, and multiple interaction layouts. Upgrade to PRO for advanced features like casting local media and Siri shortcuts.

Highlights
  • Channel list management
  • Automatic device discovery
  • Multiple interaction layouts
  • Keyboard support
  • Apple Watch support
  • iOS Widget remote
  • TrackPad control
Features
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TVMote is the iOS and WatchOS remote controller for SmartTVs, MediaCenters and STBs. The devices TVMote supports are: Smart TVs: • LG WebOS models • LG Netcast (2013/2014 models) • Panasonic Viera (up to 2018 models) • Philips SPACE (2009/2011 models) • Samsung (2012/2015 models) • Roku TVs MediaCenters: • Google ChromeCast (also on AndroidTV) • Kodi Media Player (former XBMC) • Plex Media Player • Amazon Fire TV • Roku devices STBs: • Mediaroom STBs (Vodafone PT, MEO and other providers) • NOS IRIS STBs ------------------------------------------------------- The main features of TVMote are: • Channels List on TVs and STBs, allowing to set favorites and change current channel • Automatic discovery (on local network) and manual configuration of devices • Multiple layouts, for improved interaction in different scenarios • Keyboard support for Kodi and LG SmartTVs (iOS) • Support for Apple Watch • Remote on iOS Widget • TrackPad (iOS) Benefits of being PRO (paid version): • Multiple devices configuration • Support of multiple devices on the same remote • Cast of local media to ChromeCast • Siri shortcuts for all actions • No Ads

About

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Connects via Wi-Fi to control smart TVs and set-top boxes with a vast database of IR and Wi-Fi codes for global compatibility.

Highlights
  • Smart TV control via Wi-Fi
  • Thousands of TV and cable box models supported
  • Continuously updated code database
  • Clean, intuitive interface
  • Save favorite devices
  • Global compatibility
Features
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Lost your remote? Your iPhone is the replacement. Smart TV Remote connects to your TV over Wi-Fi and gives you full control — no IR blaster needed, no Bluetooth pairing, no cables. Supported Smart TV brands: - Samsung (Series 4–9, QLED, Frame) - LG (OLED, NanoCell, WebOS) - Sony Bravia - Vizio SmartCast - TCL & Roku TV - Hisense VIDAA - Philips Also supports thousands of cable & satellite providers worldwide: DirecTV, Comcast, Dish, Spectrum, AT&T, Fios, Sky, Movistar, ClaroTV, Rogers, Shaw, and many more. Key Features: - Connect instantly over your home Wi-Fi - Save multiple TVs and switch between them - Built-in TV Guide for your region - Massive IR code database (thousands of models) - Clean, modern interface optimized for iPhone & iPad - Works in the background — switch apps freely How it works: 1. Open the app on the same Wi-Fi network as your TV 2. Select your TV brand and model 3. Start controlling immediately No more hunting for the remote between cushions.

Screenshots

TVMote4 screens
Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

TVMote and Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code both sit at 4.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 56% of TVMote's written reviews are positive against 16% of Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code's. TVMote also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (166 vs 8). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TVMote sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for TVMote against 4.0 for Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TVMote has 166 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of TVMote's written reviews are positive against 16% of Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TVMote ships an update every 11 days, Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TVMote versus Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTVMoteSmart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (166 ratings) — better4.0 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews56.3% of reviews — better16.2% of reviews
Number of ratings166 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB119 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJorge MiguelEyermin Colon Sanchez

Customer experience

TVMote

All ratings166 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral5.4%
Negative18.1%
Written reviews119 reviews
Positive56.3%
Neutral7.6%
Negative36.1%

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive16.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.8%

Bugs and requests

TVMote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes and connection losses
  • Buttons not responding or working inconsistently
  • Compatibility problems with newer TV OS versions
  • Siri shortcuts not functioning properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more TV brands and models
  • Improve Apple Watch integration with more controls
  • Implement dark mode/OLED-friendly UI
  • Add support for input/source switching
  • Enhance Kodi/media player controls

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TVMote

One-time2
  • PRO Version2 variants$2.99
  • PRO Version$4.99
1 purchases

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

One-time1
  • Smart TV Remote All Brands Unlocked$1.99

Questions

Is TVMote free?
TVMote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code free?
Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TVMote or Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code?
TVMote is rated higher. TVMote averages 4.1 out of 5 from 166 ratings, while Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code averages 4.0 from 8 ratings.
Do TVMote or Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code have ads?
Both TVMote and Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code show ads.
Which is updated more often, TVMote or Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code?
TVMote ships an update every 11 days, and Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code every 2 months. Most recently, TVMote was updated on October 23, 2026 and Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code on October 20, 2026.

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