Blastbot vs Universal TV Remote Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Blastbot
This app allows you to remotely control and automate electronic devices using compatible hardware. It functions as a universal remote for infrared-controlled appliances and can manage power for devices plugged into smart outlets. Configure and operate your devices from anywhere in the world.
- Remote device control
- Infrared universal remote
- Smart plug power management
- Task scheduling
- Global accessibility
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Nota: Esta aplicación requiere al menos un dispositivo de la familia Blastbot para funcionar. Blastbot es una familia de dispositivos que te permite automatizar aparatos electrónicos, programar tareas, controlarlos de manera remota y mucho más desde esta aplicación, vía internet. Blastbot Smart Control funciona como un control universal conectado a internet, con el cual, podrás controlar cualquier aparato que cuente con control remoto infrarrojo, como aire acondicionados, televisiones, sistemas de audio, reproductores de DVD, Blu-Ray y más. Blastbot Smart Plug te permite controlar el paso de corriente eléctrica y así poder encender y apagar cualquier dispositivo que esté conectado al enchufe eléctrico, como lámparas, ventiladores de piso, cafeteras y más. Esta aplicación te permite configurar y controlar tus dispositivos Blastbot desde cualquier parte del mundo.
Universal TV Remote Control
Transform your iPhone into a powerful universal TV remote. Easily control over 100 TV brands without needing your physical remote or dealing with battery issues. Enjoy fast setup and intuitive controls for all your entertainment needs.
- Control 100+ TV brands
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Automatic TV discovery
- Power, volume, input controls
- App access and media playback
- Navigation and directional controls
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Want to use or Turn Your iPhone Into a Universal TV Remote? Lost your TV remote or tired of battery issues? Control your TV directly from your iPhone with ease — no physical remote needed. **Fast & Simple Setup** - Connect your iPhone and TV on the same Wi-Fi network - Automatic discovery lists your TVs instantly - Start controlling immediately — no pairing codes required **Intuitive TV Controls** - Power on/off, Mute & Volume - Input selection, Home & Menu navigation - Access apps installed on your TV - Channel Up/Down, Media Playback (Play, Pause, Stop, Rewind, Fast Forward) - Directional navigation: Up, Down, Left, Right ** Works With All TV Brands** Top Brands: Samsung TV Remote, LG, Sony, TCL TV Remote, Roku, Fire TV Remote, Vizio Other Brands: RCA TV Remote, Element, Sceptre TV Remote, Insignia, Toshiba, Hisense TV, Sharp, Panasonic, Philips TV Remote, Skyworth, Onn, Sanyo TV Remote, Westinghouse and Android TV Remote. Supports TVs running Roku OS, Fire TV OS, Android TV OS, Samsung Tizen OS, Viziacast OS, Vidaa OS. No matter the brand, the Universal TV Remote app simplifies your entertainment experience. ** Continuous Updates & Support** - New brands and features added regularly - Dedicated support team ready to help with any issues ** Disclaimer** Codematics is not affiliated with Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Vizio, or any other TV brand. This app is not an official product of any brand. Download now and turn your iPhone into a Universal TV Remote for all your devices! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Blastbot at 5.0 against Universal TV Remote Control's 3.6. Blastbot also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). Universal TV Remote Control's advantage is ratings volume (4.1K vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price and device support 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
Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Blastbot asks for nothing beyond the download.
Blastbot holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control has 4.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Blastbot's written reviews are positive against 65% of Universal TV Remote Control's.
Blastbot ships an update monthly, Universal TV Remote Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Blastbot | Universal TV Remote Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 3.6 (4.1K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 65.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 4.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MAKERLAB INGENIERIA E INNOVACION SAPI DE CV | Codematics Services |
Customer experience
Blastbot
Universal TV Remote Control
Bugs and requests
Blastbot
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Universal TV Remote Control
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent crashes
- Buttons don't respond
- Incompatible with certain TV models
Requested features
3 requests- Support for more TV brands
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Ad-free version
In-app purchases
Blastbot
No in-app purchases
Universal TV Remote Control
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription$19.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$89.991 Year
- Remove Full Screen Ads$24.99
- Ad Free Version$99.99
Questions
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