# AC Remote vs Smart TV Remote Universal

The clearest difference is rating: Smart TV Remote Universal at 3.8 against AC Remote's 1.5. Smart TV Remote Universal also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 73 months) and ratings volume (891 vs 15). AC Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart TV Remote Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. AC Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart TV Remote Universal holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart TV Remote Universal has 891 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 3% of AC Remote's written reviews are positive against 18% of Smart TV Remote Universal's.

AC Remote ships an update every 73 months, Smart TV Remote Universal every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AC Remote | Smart TV Remote Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.5 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-remote/id1138996592/reviews) | **[3.8 (891 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-universal/id1494893176/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **891** |
| Positive reviews | 3.3% of reviews | **17.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 73 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aatazaz Javed](https://appshunter.io/developer/1291720148) | [Jenni Parkkonen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494893175) |

## What reviewers say

### AC Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-remote/id1138996592)

Transform your smartphone into a universal AC remote. Manage multiple AC brands from a single device, access error code diagnostics, and find helpful tips. Includes a child-friendly mode for entertainment.

**Highlights:** Control AC with mobile, Supports multiple brands, Error code diagnostics, AC tips and articles, Child mode

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Smart TV Remote Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-universal/id1494893176)

Transform your iOS device into a universal TV remote. Control multiple brands like Samsung, LG, and Roku seamlessly over WiFi. Manage power, volume, channels, and more without the clutter of physical remotes.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Supports major TV brands, WiFi connectivity, Power, volume, and channel control, Ad-free premium option, Multiple subscription plans

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Version | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime premium | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great remote app
- 💖 Love this remote
- 👍 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't work
- 📺 Won't connect to TV
- 🙄 Too many ads
- 💩 Terrible app
- 🤬 Waste of time

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on device scan
- Volume controls not working
- Navigation issues

**Requested features**

- Support for more TV brands
- Improve device detection
- Reduce ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AC Remote free?

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

### Is Smart TV Remote Universal free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AC Remote or Smart TV Remote Universal?

Smart TV Remote Universal is rated higher. AC Remote averages 1.5 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Smart TV Remote Universal averages 3.8 from 891 ratings.

### Do AC Remote or Smart TV Remote Universal have ads?

Both AC Remote and Smart TV Remote Universal show ads.

### Which is updated more often, AC Remote or Smart TV Remote Universal?

AC Remote ships an update every 73 months, and Smart TV Remote Universal every 6 weeks. Most recently, AC Remote was updated on October 15, 2026 and Smart TV Remote Universal on October 17, 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.*