# WildRed Remote Control vs TV Remote, Universal Remote

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote, Universal Remote at 4.8 against WildRed Remote Control's 1.0. TV Remote, Universal Remote also leads on ratings volume (2.9K vs 1). WildRed Remote Control's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote, Universal Remote sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. WildRed Remote Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

TV Remote, Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote, Universal Remote has 2.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of WildRed Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 26% of TV Remote, Universal Remote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | WildRed Remote Control | TV Remote, Universal Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wildred-remote-control/id1067746166/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id1660719609/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2.9K** |
| Positive reviews | **27.3% of reviews** | 26.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Advanced Software Development](https://appshunter.io/developer/302131383) | [Inston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1660719611) |

## What reviewers say

### WildRed Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wildred-remote-control/id1067746166)

This iOS application allows you to control your TV with the WildRed interface directly from your smartphone. It features a standard keyboard for easy text input, simplifying navigation and interaction with your television.

**Highlights:** Smartphone TV control, WildRed interface support, Standard keyboard for text input, iOS compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### TV Remote, Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id1660719609)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control power, volume, channels, and menus for over 1000 TV models worldwide. Simplify your entertainment setup and eliminate the need for multiple physical remotes.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Power on/off, Volume adjustment, Channel navigation, Menu access, Simple setup, Wide compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Access IPTV Channels - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro: Unlock All | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro: Full Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro: Ultimate Access | $12.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Access IPTV Channels - Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro: Unlimited Access | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Subscription | $6.99 | one-time |
| Access All Features | $6.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro | $27.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $32.99 | one-time |
| Access IPTV Channel - Lifetime | $32.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🙌 Helpful for finding lost remote
- 💡 Allows room/location customization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Excessive paid features
- 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
- 📺 Compatibility issues with some TV models
- 💤 Frequent ads interrupting usage

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to connect to TV
- Buttons not responding as expected
- Subscription not canceling properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to control more TV functions without subscription
- Option to disable ads in free version
- Support for more TV brands and models


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WildRed Remote Control free?

WildRed Remote Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TV Remote, Universal Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WildRed Remote Control or TV Remote, Universal Remote?

TV Remote, Universal Remote is rated higher. WildRed Remote Control averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while TV Remote, Universal Remote averages 4.8 from 2.9K ratings.

### Do WildRed Remote Control or TV Remote, Universal Remote have ads?

TV Remote, Universal Remote shows ads; WildRed Remote Control does not.

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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.*