# TVMote vs TV Remote Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TV Remote Control at 75% against TVMote's 56%. TV Remote Control also leads on rating (4.3 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 166). TVMote's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TVMote sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and TV Remote Control sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control has 1.2K ratings behind it against 166, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of TVMote's written reviews are positive against 75% of TV Remote Control's.

TVMote ships an update every 11 days, TV Remote Control every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TVMote | TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (166 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tvmote/id1041444282/reviews) | **[4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id1535056536/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 166 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 56.3% of reviews | **74.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 80 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jorge Miguel](https://appshunter.io/developer/650641107) | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) |

## What reviewers say

### TVMote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tvmote/id1041444282)

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:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Version | $2.99 | one-time |
| PRO Version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best TV remote app
- 👍 Works great with Apple Watch
- 👍 Customizable UI
- 👍 No ads or invasive pop-ups
- 👍 Supports Siri shortcuts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buttons/features not working as expected
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with certain TV models
- 🐛 Recent updates causing issues

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id1535056536)

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control power, volume, navigation, and apps across a wide range of brands. Enjoy faster text input and touchpad control, all without needing your physical remote.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Features | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TVMote free?

TVMote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote Control free?

TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TVMote or TV Remote Control?

TV Remote Control is rated higher. TVMote averages 4.1 out of 5 from 166 ratings, while TV Remote Control averages 4.3 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do TVMote or TV Remote Control have ads?

Both TVMote and TV Remote Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, TVMote or TV Remote Control?

TVMote ships an update every 11 days, and TV Remote Control every 5 days. Most recently, TVMote was updated on September 19, 2026 and TV Remote Control on September 26, 2026.

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