Comparison

TVMote vs Universal TV Remote Control #

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

Universal TV Remote Control #

Control compatible smart TVs and streaming devices using your iPhone or iPad over WiFi. Offers basic free controls and premium features like keyboard input and app launching via subscription or lifetime purchase.

Highlights
  • Control TV over WiFi
  • Basic free remote buttons
  • Premium keyboard input
  • App launching
  • Input switching
  • Apple Watch and Mac companion controls
Features
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Can't find the remote? Use your iPhone or iPad to control a compatible TV over WiFi. Start with free basic remote buttons, with companion controls on Apple Watch and Mac. CHECK COMPATIBILITY Supports compatible Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, Roku, Hisense and Vizio devices. Experimental support is also available for compatible Philips, Sony and Panasonic TVs, depending on model and firmware. Your phone and TV must be on the same local network. Pairing or enabling network control on your TV may be required. Available buttons and features vary by model. FREE EVERYDAY CONTROL Use the basic keypad for volume, channels, navigation and playback where supported. Basic Apple Watch and widget buttons are also free. Save multiple TVs and organize them by room. TYPE, TAP AND WATCH Premium unlocks keyboard input, app launching, input switching, keypad customization, extended Apple Watch controls and additional Siri Shortcuts on supported devices. Touchpad navigation is available on supported Apple TV, Samsung and LG devices. DIRECT CONNECTION Remote commands are sent over your local network. No TV account is required. IN-APP PURCHASES Choose a lifetime purchase or an auto-renewing subscription where offered. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account when you confirm the purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. DISCLAIMER This is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Apple Inc., Samsung, LG, Google, Amazon, Roku, Hisense, Vizio or any other TV or device manufacturer. Product names, logos and brands belong to their owners and are used only to indicate compatibility. Privacy Policy: https://www.rs.ltd/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.rs.ltd/terms

Screenshots

TVMote4 screens
Universal TV Remote Control #4 screens

Verdict

The call

TVMote and Universal TV Remote Control # both sit at 4.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of Universal TV Remote Control #'s written reviews are positive against 56% of TVMote's. Universal TV Remote Control # also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 166). TVMote's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 Universal 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal TV Remote Control # holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control # has 1.3K 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 Universal TV Remote Control #'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TVMote ships an update every 11 days, Universal TV Remote Control # every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TVMote versus Universal TV Remote Control #: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTVMoteUniversal TV Remote Control #
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (166 ratings)4.3 (1.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.3% of reviews74.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1661.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB152 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJorge MiguelRemote Sunrise LTD

Customer experience

TVMote

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

Universal TV Remote Control #

All ratings1,256 ratings
Positive81.4%
Neutral3.4%
Negative15.2%
Written reviews946 reviews
Positive74.9%
Neutral4.5%
Negative20.5%

User reviews

TVMote

From 166 App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Universal TV Remote Control #

From 1.3K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control #

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to connect to some TV models
  • Loses connection randomly
  • Volume controls not working properly

Requested features

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

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TVMote

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

Universal TV Remote Control #

Subscriptions5
  • Unlock All Features3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Smart TV Remote - 1 month$3.991 Month
  • Universal TV Remote - 1 year$9.991 Year
Show 2 more
  • Universal TV Remote - 1 month$9.991 Month
  • Smart TV Remote - 1 year1 Month trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$0.99
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is TVMote free?
TVMote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV Remote Control # free?
Universal TV Remote Control # is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TVMote or Universal TV Remote Control #?
Universal TV Remote Control # is rated higher. TVMote averages 4.1 out of 5 from 166 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control # averages 4.3 from 1.3K ratings.
Do TVMote or Universal TV Remote Control # have ads?
Both TVMote and Universal TV Remote Control # show ads.
Which is updated more often, TVMote or Universal TV Remote Control #?
TVMote ships an update every 11 days, and Universal TV Remote Control # every 6 days. Most recently, TVMote was updated on November 2, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control # on November 3, 2026.

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