Comparison

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code vs Smart TV Remote Universal

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

Head to head
About

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Connects via Wi-Fi to control smart TVs and set-top boxes with a vast database of IR and Wi-Fi codes for global compatibility.

Highlights
  • Smart TV control via Wi-Fi
  • Thousands of TV and cable box models supported
  • Continuously updated code database
  • Clean, intuitive interface
  • Save favorite devices
  • Global compatibility
Features
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Lost your remote? Your iPhone is the replacement. Smart TV Remote connects to your TV over Wi-Fi and gives you full control — no IR blaster needed, no Bluetooth pairing, no cables. Supported Smart TV brands: - Samsung (Series 4–9, QLED, Frame) - LG (OLED, NanoCell, WebOS) - Sony Bravia - Vizio SmartCast - TCL & Roku TV - Hisense VIDAA - Philips Also supports thousands of cable & satellite providers worldwide: DirecTV, Comcast, Dish, Spectrum, AT&T, Fios, Sky, Movistar, ClaroTV, Rogers, Shaw, and many more. Key Features: - Connect instantly over your home Wi-Fi - Save multiple TVs and switch between them - Built-in TV Guide for your region - Massive IR code database (thousands of models) - Clean, modern interface optimized for iPhone & iPad - Works in the background — switch apps freely How it works: 1. Open the app on the same Wi-Fi network as your TV 2. Select your TV brand and model 3. Start controlling immediately No more hunting for the remote between cushions.

About

Smart TV Remote Universal

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
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Lost the remote again? Your phone is now the only remote you need. Smart TV Remote Universal turns your iPhone or iPad into a fast, reliable remote for nearly any smart TV — no infrared, no extra hardware, and no digging through couch cushions. Pair once over Wi-Fi and take control in seconds. ONE APP FOR EVERY TV IN YOUR HOME Pair multiple TVs and switch between rooms instantly — no re-pairing, no setup every time. Living room to bedroom in one tap. CONTROL EVERYTHING Power, volume, channels, inputs, playback and a full D-pad — every button from your physical remote, right on your screen, with real haptic feedback on every press. TYPE INSTEAD OF HUNTING LETTERS Stop picking letters one at a time on the TV screen. Use your phone's keyboard — or the numeric pad — to search shows, sign in to apps and enter passwords in a fraction of the time. SWIPE TO NAVIGATE A smooth trackpad lets you glide through menus with your thumb — faster and more natural than pressing arrow keys. SPEAK INSTEAD OF SCROLLING Use voice input to search and navigate on supported TVs — completely hands-free. LAUNCH YOUR APPS IN ONE TAP The apps grid takes you straight to your favorite streaming apps without hunting around the home screen. CONTROL FROM YOUR HOME SCREEN & LOCK SCREEN This is where Smart TV Remote Universal goes beyond any ordinary remote app: - Home Screen widgets: a quick D-pad + volume widget and an app-launcher grid, one tap from anywhere - Live Activity with Dynamic Island support — compact controls while you do other things - Siri & Shortcuts support through App Intents: automate your TV or ask Siri WORKS WITH YOUR TV Compatible with Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, Hisense, Philips, Roku and Roku devices, Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, Google TV, Android TV and many more. If your smart TV is on your Wi-Fi, chances are we support it. MAKE IT YOURS Per-brand accent colors (Roku purple, Samsung blue, LG red and more), plus light, dark and system appearance. READY IN UNDER A MINUTE Connect your iPhone or iPad to the same Wi-Fi network as your TV and follow the on-screen steps. That's it — no pairing codes, no cables. GO PRO Upgrade to Pro for the complete, ad-free experience with unlimited paired devices and all widgets unlocked. Choose a yearly plan with a 3-day free trial, a monthly plan, or a one-time lifetime purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase, after any free trial period. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://tvremoteapp.art.blog/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with, endorsed or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, Hisense, Philips, Roku, Amazon, Google or any other TV brand mentioned. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Screenshots

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code4 screens
Smart TV Remote Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Smart TV Remote Universal at 891 against Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code's 8. Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart TV Remote Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart TV Remote Universal has 891 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 16% of Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code's written reviews are positive against 18% of Smart TV Remote Universal's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code ships an update every 2 months, Smart TV Remote Universal every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code versus Smart TV Remote Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart TV Remote WiFi IP & CodeSmart TV Remote Universal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (8 ratings) — better3.8 (891 ratings)
Positive reviews16.2% of reviews17.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8891 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEyermin Colon SanchezJenni Parkkonen

Customer experience

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive16.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.8%

Smart TV Remote Universal

All ratings891 ratings
Positive68.6%
Neutral4.2%
Negative27.3%
Written reviews420 reviews
Positive17.6%
Neutral1.9%
Negative80.5%

Bugs and requests

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Smart TV Remote Universal

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on device scan
  • Volume controls not working
  • Navigation issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for more TV brands
  • Improve device detection
  • Reduce ads

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code

One-time1
  • Smart TV Remote All Brands Unlocked$1.99
4 purchases

Smart TV Remote Universal

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Annual Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Version$4.99
  • Lifetime premium$24.99

Questions

Is Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code free?
Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart TV Remote Universal free?
Smart TV Remote Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code or Smart TV Remote Universal?
Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code is rated higher. Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code averages 4.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Smart TV Remote Universal averages 3.8 from 891 ratings.
Do Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code or Smart TV Remote Universal have ads?
Both Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code and Smart TV Remote Universal show ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code or Smart TV Remote Universal?
Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code ships an update every 2 months, and Smart TV Remote Universal every 6 weeks. Most recently, Smart TV Remote WiFi IP & Code was updated on November 2, 2026 and Smart TV Remote Universal on November 7, 2026.

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