Comparison

Flex Remote for Kodi vs AI 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

Flex Remote for Kodi

Control your Kodi media center remotely with a customizable interface and gesture controls. Download media for offline playback, manage files, and stream content directly from your device.

Highlights
  • Customizable remote buttons
  • Gesture control
  • Offline media downloader
  • Built-in media player
  • Manage multiple Kodi instances
  • Automatic host discovery
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Flex Remote for Kodi is Remote Control and media player for Kodi Media Center (http://kodi.tv) Features ► Simple and easy to use: music/video file sources based interface ► Flexible remote control: build your custom remote using selectable buttons ► Gesture control: operate without looking and mistakes ► Downloader: download media files from the Kodi server for offline usage ► Sharing server: manage files on device via Web Browser or WebDAV client ► Built-in media player: play media files on your device online/offline ► Remote settings: quick access to remote settings of the Kodi Media Center ► Manage multiple Kodi instances: fast switch between Kodi hosts ► Automatic discovery of Kodi hosts: Zeroconf (Bonjour service) ... and much more! Please note Support for version is 14 (Helix) and higher

About

AI Universal TV Remote Control

Control all your Smart TVs and TV sticks from one intuitive app. Effortlessly manage channels, apps, and media playback with seamless connection and dual navigation options.

Highlights
  • Universal Smart TV compatibility
  • Dual navigation (touchpad & buttons)
  • TV app management
  • Media playback control
  • Automatic connection
  • Numpad channel switching
Features
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Universal TV Remote: Master Your TV Viewing Experience Instantly Say goodbye to fumbling for remotes and clunky interfaces. With our Universal TV Remote, you control all kinds of Smart-TVs and TV sticks from any manufacturer using your iPhone or iPad – all with one sleek, intuitive app. Whether you're switching channels, managing TV apps, or adjusting media controls, our app makes your viewing experience effortless. Key Features • Universal Compatibility: Effortlessly control Smart-TVs and TV sticks from all major manufacturers. • Dual Navigation: Navigate your TV with both an intuitive touchpad and traditional navigation buttons for ultimate flexibility. • TV Apps Management: Easily manage and launch your favorite TV apps without the hassle of multiple remotes. • Media Control: Take command of your media playback and sound settings with just a few taps. • Seamless Connection: Enjoy automatic connection to your TV for quick and reliable setup every time. • Numpad Navigation: Switch channels and input numbers fast with a dedicated numpad designed for convenience. Start Controlling Your TV Viewing Experience Today! Download Universal TV Remote now and transform your TV-watching experience with a virtual remote that puts all your devices at your fingertips. Disclaimer: This application is not affiliated with nor endorsed by any TV manufacturer. Subscription Information Unlock premium features with our subscription plans: • Weekly Subscription • Monthly Subscription • Yearly Subscription Subscription Details: • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. By using this app, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: • Privacy Policy: https://exploreapps.co/privacy_policy.txt • Terms of Use: https://exploreapps.co/term_of_use.txt P.S. We are constantly working to improve your experience. If you have any suggestions or encounter any issues, please reach out to us at support@exploreapps.co.

Screenshots

Flex Remote for Kodi4 screens
AI Universal TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AI Universal TV Remote Control at 86% against Flex Remote for Kodi's 39%. AI Universal TV Remote Control also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.6) and ratings volume (141 vs 5). Flex Remote for Kodi's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Flex Remote for Kodi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AI Universal TV Remote Control sells 4 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

AI Universal TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AI Universal TV Remote Control has 141 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Flex Remote for Kodi's written reviews are positive against 86% of AI Universal TV Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flex Remote for Kodi ships an update every 3 weeks, AI Universal TV Remote Control monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Flex Remote for Kodi versus AI Universal TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlex Remote for KodiAI Universal TV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (5 ratings)4.7 (141 ratings) — better
Positive reviews38.6% of reviews85.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5141 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size86 MB112 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerartur tagirovEXPLOREAPPS SP Z O O

Customer experience

Flex Remote for Kodi

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews57 reviews
Positive38.6%
Neutral12.3%
Negative49.1%

AI Universal TV Remote Control

All ratings135 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral3.0%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Flex Remote for Kodi

One-time1
  • PRO Version$1.99
4 purchases

AI Universal TV Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • TV Remote Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • TV Remote Premium$3.997 Days
  • TV Remote Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro Plan$34.99

Questions

Is Flex Remote for Kodi free?
Flex Remote for Kodi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AI Universal TV Remote Control free?
AI Universal TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Flex Remote for Kodi or AI Universal TV Remote Control?
AI Universal TV Remote Control is rated higher. Flex Remote for Kodi averages 3.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while AI Universal TV Remote Control averages 4.7 from 141 ratings.
Do Flex Remote for Kodi or AI Universal TV Remote Control have ads?
Neither Flex Remote for Kodi nor AI Universal TV Remote Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flex Remote for Kodi or AI Universal TV Remote Control?
Flex Remote for Kodi ships an update every 3 weeks, and AI Universal TV Remote Control monthly. Most recently, Flex Remote for Kodi was updated on October 21, 2026 and AI Universal TV Remote Control on October 30, 2026.

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