# Alert vs Universal TV Remote Control #

The clearest difference is price: Universal TV Remote Control # at Free against Alert's $2.99. Universal TV Remote Control # also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 42 months). Alert's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

Universal TV Remote Control # is free to download; Alert costs $2.99 up front. Universal TV Remote Control # sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Alert asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal TV Remote Control # holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control # has 1.3K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Alert's written reviews are positive against 75% of Universal TV Remote Control #'s.

Alert ships an update every 42 months, Universal TV Remote Control # every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Alert | Universal TV Remote Control # |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alert/id1086470985/reviews) | **[4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1535056536/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **74.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 42 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 17 MB | 146 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iTrack Systems Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/884331383) | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) |

## What reviewers say

### Alert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alert/id1086470985)

This app acts as a personal alarm and remote monitor, detecting changes in sound, light, motion, or faces to trigger alerts. It offers customizable sensitivity and the ability to share alarms with friends for remote monitoring.

**Highlights:** Detects sound, light, motion, and faces, Customizable alarm sensitivity, Remote monitoring with friends, Optional pre-alarm alerts, Records short videos before alarm, Dark screen mode with torch

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal TV Remote Control #

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1535056536)

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control power, volume, navigation, and apps across a wide range of brands. Enjoy faster text input and touchpad control, all without needing your physical remote.

**Highlights:** Full-featured remote control (power, volume, navigation), Launch apps directly on supported TVs, Text input via iPhone keyboard, Touchpad navigation, Control from Apple Watch and Home Screen widgets, Supports multiple TV brands and streaming devices

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Features | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $1.99 | one-time |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 💡 Useful remote control features
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🤖 Works with various TV brands

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔍 Difficult to find specific TV models
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
- 🕰️ Slow response times on some devices
- 🔘 Confusing button layout

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to connect to some TV models
- Loses connection randomly
- Volume controls not working properly

**Requested features**

- Add more TV brand support
- Improve Apple Watch integration
- Customize button layout and colors
- Implement voice control
- Add keyboard functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Alert free?

Alert costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Universal TV Remote Control # free?

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control # is rated higher. Alert averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control # averages 4.3 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do Alert or Universal TV Remote Control # have ads?

Universal TV Remote Control # shows ads; Alert does not.

### Which is updated more often, Alert or Universal TV Remote Control #?

Alert ships an update every 42 months, and Universal TV Remote Control # every 6 days. Most recently, Alert was updated on October 13, 2026 and Universal TV 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.*