# SmartRemote vs TV Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TV Remote at 100% against SmartRemote's 0%. TV Remote also leads on rating (3.7 vs 1.7). SmartRemote's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SmartRemote's written reviews are positive against 100% of TV Remote's.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartRemote | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartremote-universal-remote/id1145468738/reviews) | **[3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-controi/id6806917232/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | — | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 6 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [阳 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1139957967) | [BH ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY AND SMART SOLUTIONS](https://appshunter.io/developer/6806917234) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartremote-universal-remote/id1145468738)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for home electronics and receive personalized TV guide listings. Control Wi-Fi enabled devices like set-top boxes, media players, and smart TVs from major brands.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Personalized TV guide, Wi-Fi device control, Supports major brands, Replaces multiple remotes

**In-app purchases:** none


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-controi/id6806917232)

Transform your iPhone into a smart remote for compatible Smart TVs. Easily navigate menus, control volume, change channels, and manage playback without needing your physical remote. Connects via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Smart TV remote control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Navigation and menu control, Volume and mute adjustment, Channel changing, Playback controls, Touch-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartRemote free?

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

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SmartRemote or TV Remote?

TV Remote is rated higher. SmartRemote averages 1.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while TV Remote averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

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