Comparison

Smart Projector Control vs TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Smart Projector Control

Control Panasonic projectors remotely from your smartphone. Connect via Wi-Fi or USB to operate the projector and monitor its status directly from your device.

Highlights
  • Remote projector operation
  • Projector status monitoring
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • USB connectivity
  • Compatibility with Panasonic projectors
Features
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Smart Projector Control is a smartphone application for operating Panasonic projectors. By installing Smart Projector Control onto your iPhone, and using wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) or USB to connect to a network containing a Panasonic projector, you can operate the projector and check the projector status from your smartphone. ---- Requirements ---- OS: iOS 17 / 18 / 26 iPhone 16 / iPhone 15 / iPhone 14 Pro / iPhone 13 / iPhone 13 mini / iPhone 12 / iPhone 11 / iPhone XS / iPhone XS Max / iPhone XR ---- Compatible Projectors (all U, E, EA versions of the below models are compatible) ---- See the following website for supported projectors. https://docs.connect.panasonic.com/projector/download/application/smartpj/

About

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

Control Samsung, LG, Roku, and Sony smart TVs with your smartphone. This universal remote app allows you to navigate menus, launch channels, and manage your TV settings effortlessly. It supports models from 2012 to the present, transforming your device into a powerful remote.

Highlights
  • Control Samsung, LG, Roku, and Sony TVs
  • Supports models from 2012 to present
  • Launch favorite TV channels
  • Navigate smart TV menus
  • Ad-free premium experience
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a smart TV remote. Control Samsung, LG, Roku, and Sony TVs instantly over Wi-Fi — No setup, extra cables, or hardware needed. Get all the power of a physical remote with instant app shortcuts, channel browsing, keyboard typing, plus photo and video casting. Core Features: • Universal Remote Control for Smart TVs • Auto-detect nearby displays on your Wi-Fi network • Smooth touchpad navigation & fast keyboard input • Instant app shortcuts & switch between your favorite channels • Screen mirroring support • Cast photos and videos directly from your device storage • Works with most smart TVs from 2012 onward Compatibility: Our universal application is compatible with Samsung Tizen TVs, Roku TVs & Roku Streaming devices, LG WebOS TVs, Sony Bravia TVs, TCL TVs, Vizio TVs, and more. Premium Access Unlock: • Unlimited remote control • Casting & mirroring • All premium features • Ad-free experience Available with Weekly, Monthly, Yearly & Lifetime plans. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal at any time by going to your App Store Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, or any other TV brands mentioned. Privacy Policy: https://fiisionstudio.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://fiisionstudio.com/terms-and-conditions/

Screenshots

Smart Projector Control4 screens
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Smart Projector Control at 83% against TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's 10%. Smart Projector Control also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and ads (none vs shown). TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 2.9) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TV Remote ∙ Universal Control sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Smart Projector Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote ∙ Universal Control has 33K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of Smart Projector Control's written reviews are positive against 10% of TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Projector Control ships an update every 5 months, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Smart Projector Control versus TV Remote ∙ Universal Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Projector ControlTV Remote ∙ Universal Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (18 ratings)4.5 (33K ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews — better10.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1833K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPanasonic Connect Co., Ltd.Fiision Studio Company Limited

Customer experience

Smart Projector Control

All ratings18 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

All ratings33,269 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews292 reviews
Positive10.3%
Neutral3.8%
Negative86.0%

Bugs and requests

Smart Projector Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes or freezes during use
  • Unable to connect to some Samsung TV models
  • Purchased subscription not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to control TV without physical remote
  • More customization options for button layout
  • Improved stability and reliability

In-app purchases

None

Smart Projector Control

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

Subscriptions9
  • Universal Remote: Weekly2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Universal Remote: Monthly$6.991 Month
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  • Monthly Premium$6.991 Month
  • Universal Remote: Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Universal Remote: Monthly Pro$9.991 Month
  • Universal Remote: Yearly Pro$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote: Yearly Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote: Yearly Pro7 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal Remote: Lifetime3 variants$39.99

Questions

Is Smart Projector Control free?
Smart Projector Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote ∙ Universal Control free?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart Projector Control or TV Remote ∙ Universal Control?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control is rated higher. Smart Projector Control averages 2.9 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while TV Remote ∙ Universal Control averages 4.5 from 33K ratings.
Do Smart Projector Control or TV Remote ∙ Universal Control have ads?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control shows ads; Smart Projector Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Smart Projector Control or TV Remote ∙ Universal Control?
Smart Projector Control ships an update every 5 months, and TV Remote ∙ Universal Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, Smart Projector Control was updated on September 21, 2026 and TV Remote ∙ Universal Control on September 24, 2026.

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