# VIZIO Remote (Official) vs Screen Gallery

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VIZIO Remote (Official) at none against Screen Gallery's 1. VIZIO Remote (Official) also leads on ratings volume (72K vs 2) and chart position (#21 vs unranked). Screen Gallery's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 72%). On price, rating and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Gallery sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $99.99 per year. VIZIO Remote (Official) asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for VIZIO Remote (Official) against 4.5 for Screen Gallery. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VIZIO Remote (Official) has 72K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of VIZIO Remote (Official)'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Screen Gallery's.

VIZIO Remote (Official) ships an update every 5 weeks, Screen Gallery every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VIZIO Remote (Official) | Screen Gallery |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (72K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vizio-remote-official/id1054033219/reviews)** | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-gallery/id6479288924/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **72K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 72.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | — |
| Size | 566 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VIZIO](https://appshunter.io/developer/848524562) | [Horizon Worldwide Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1735456446) |

## What reviewers say

### VIZIO Remote (Official)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vizio-remote-official/id1054033219)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Free · Entertainment, #122 Top Free (US App Store)

Stream over 300 free live channels for news, sports, and entertainment on your mobile device. Control VIZIO devices, search across streaming services, and fine-tune audio with preset modes.

**Highlights:** Stream 300+ free live channels, Control VIZIO devices, Universal search across streaming services, Personalized recommendations, Voice control for entertainment, Soundbar audio adjustments

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 📱 Convenient mobile remote control
- ⚡ Responsive and fast app
- 🔍 Useful search and navigation features
- 🤖 Voice control capabilities
- 🔌 Works with multiple Vizio devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔧 Frequent connection issues and pairing problems
- 🔍 Confusing or limited navigation options
- 📺 Inability to power on/off TV from app
- 🔒 Mandatory account creation
- 💤 Sluggish performance and lag

**Reported bugs**

- Volume controls not working properly
- App crashing or freezing
- Inconsistent remote functionality
- Incorrect app behavior with accessibility settings

**Requested features**

- Headphone support
- Customizable button layout
- Improved TV settings integration
- Ability to control multiple TVs simultaneously


### Screen Gallery

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-gallery/id6479288924)

Transform your TV into a dynamic art museum with a vast collection spanning numerous categories. Explore thousands of art pieces and customize your viewing experience to suit your aesthetic preferences.

**Highlights:** TV art museum experience, Thousands of art pieces, Multiple categories, Customizable viewing, Digital art display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 12 Month Subscription | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VIZIO Remote (Official) free?

VIZIO Remote (Official) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Screen Gallery free?

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

### Which has better reviews, VIZIO Remote (Official) or Screen Gallery?

VIZIO Remote (Official) is rated higher. VIZIO Remote (Official) averages 4.6 out of 5 from 72K ratings, while Screen Gallery averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do VIZIO Remote (Official) or Screen Gallery have ads?

VIZIO Remote (Official) shows ads; Screen Gallery does not.

### Which is updated more often, VIZIO Remote (Official) or Screen Gallery?

VIZIO Remote (Official) ships an update every 5 weeks, and Screen Gallery every 2 months. Most recently, VIZIO Remote (Official) was updated on November 6, 2026 and Screen Gallery on November 4, 2026.

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