# iCarView vs Universal AC Remote Control +

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iCarView at none against Universal AC Remote Control +'s 25. iCarView also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). Universal AC Remote Control +'s advantage is ratings volume (3.9K vs 1) and review sentiment (20% vs 0%). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal AC Remote Control + sells 25 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. iCarView asks for nothing beyond the download.

iCarView holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal AC Remote Control + has 3.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of iCarView's written reviews are positive against 20% of Universal AC Remote Control +'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iCarView ships an update every 4 weeks, Universal AC Remote Control + every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iCarView | Universal AC Remote Control + |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icarview/id1064405427/reviews)** | [4.6 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-ac-remote-control-plus/id6698875891/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **20.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 64 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ICARVISIONS(SHENZHEN) TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1500826371) | [JokDev Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632609652) |

## What reviewers say

### iCarView

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icarview/id1064405427)

This utility app integrates vehicle monitoring, GPS tracking, route playback, and video preview into a single client. It provides a comprehensive solution for managing and viewing your vehicle's data and activity remotely.

**Highlights:** Vehicle monitoring, GPS positioning, Route playback, Video preview, Integrated client

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal AC Remote Control +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-ac-remote-control-plus/id6698875891)

Control your air conditioner directly from your smartphone. Adjust temperature, fan speed, and operating modes with an intuitive interface. Supports most AC models from various manufacturers, eliminating the need for a physical remote.

**Highlights:** Turn AC on/off, Adjust temperature, Set fan speed, Choose operating mode, Create work schedules, Supports most AC models

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $8.99 | per month |
| Premium Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $24.99 | per month |
| Premium Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Year | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $44.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient control from phone
- 💡 Works with multiple AC units
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with app permissions
- 💰 Unexpected recurring charges
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App not opening or connecting to AC
- Settings not saving properly
- Incorrect temperature readings

**Requested features**

- Scheduling and automation options
- Remote access from outside home network
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Ability to control multiple ACs simultaneously


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iCarView free?

iCarView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Universal AC Remote Control + free?

Universal AC Remote Control + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iCarView or Universal AC Remote Control +?

iCarView is rated higher. iCarView averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Universal AC Remote Control + averages 4.6 from 3.9K ratings.

### Do iCarView or Universal AC Remote Control + have ads?

Neither iCarView nor Universal AC Remote Control + shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iCarView or Universal AC Remote Control +?

iCarView ships an update every 4 weeks, and Universal AC Remote Control + every 9 days. Most recently, iCarView was updated on October 8, 2026 and Universal AC Remote Control + on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*