Comparison

SmartThings vs Universal Remote-TV Control

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

Head to head
About

SmartThings

Unify and manage all your smart home devices from a single application. Connect hundreds of brands, create custom scenes and routines, and control your home remotely. Monitor energy usage and even get meal planning assistance.

Highlights
  • Connect and control devices from multiple brands
  • Create custom scenes and routines
  • Remote home monitoring and control
  • Automated notifications and status updates
  • Voice control with Google Assistant
  • Energy tracking and saving features
  • Smart cooking and meal planning assistance
Features
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Quickly and easily connect and control your smart home devices through SmartThings. SmartThings is compatible with 100s of smart home brands. So, you can control all of your smart home gadgets in one place, including your Samsung Smart TV and smart home appliances. With SmartThings, you can connect, monitor and control multiple smart home devices quicker and easier. Connect your Samsung smart TVs, smart appliances, smart speakers and brands like Ring, Nest and Philips Hue - all from one app. Then control your smart devices using voice assistants including Google Assistant [Key Features] - Control and check in on your home from wherever you are - Connect your smart devices across many different brands to work together by setting ‘scenes’ - Build routines that are set on time, weather, and device status, so your home runs smoothly in the background - Allow shared control by giving access to other users - Receive status updates about your devices with automated notifications - Talk to your devices using Google Assistant - Track, monitor and save money on energy with SmartThings Energy. See how much your home and compatible Samsung devices cost to run, and try various energy saving features, such as AI saving mode, or schedule devices to run during off peak hours. - Receive recipe recommendations by scanning meal kits, wine, and meat. Plan, shop and prep meals with the help of SmartThings Cooking ※ Some features may not be available in all countries. [App requirements] Some mobile devices may not be supported. - iOS 17.0 or later / iPhone XR or later / iPad 6 or later ※ App permissions The following permissions are required for the app service. For optional permissions, the default functionality of the service is turned on, but not allowed. [Optional access permissions] • Apple Health : Used to sync with Apple Health data to give you better Family Care insights • Apple Music : Used to read music album information • Bluetooth : Used to scan for nearby devices using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) • Camera: Used to scan QR codes so you can easily add members and devices to SmartThings • Contacts : Used to get phone numbers of your contacts to send text message notifications • Location : Used to locate your devices, create routines based on your location, and scan for nearby devices using Wi-Fi • Local Network : Used to find Wi-Fi connected devices • Microphone: Used to add certain devices to SmartThings using high-frequency sounds • Notification : Used to provide notifications about SmartThings devices and features • NFC : Used to check information about devices that you intend to connect • Photos : Used to play photos and videos on SmartThings devices • Voice recognition : Used to convert voice to text

About

Universal Remote-TV Control

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Control volume, channels, and apps with a touchpad, keyboard, and quick access to streaming services. Customize the interface for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Smart TV compatibility
  • Full remote functionality
  • Numpad and touchpad controls
  • Integrated keyboard
  • Quick access to TV apps
  • Customizable interface
Features
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Transform your iOS device into a comprehensive remote control with the Universal Remote-TV Control app. Designed for seamless integration with Smart TVs, this app offers an unparalleled level of convenience and functionality right at your fingertips. Key Features: - Smart TV Compatibility: Easily connect to a wide range of Smart TVs using your mobile device. Whether you're setting up for the first time or switching between different TVs, our app supports quick and effortless connections. - Full Remote Functionality: Replace your physical remote with a powerful interface on your device that includes all standard controls: volume adjustment, channel switching, power settings, and more. - Advanced Control Tools: - Numpad: Enter channel numbers and other inputs with a simple tap. - Touchpad: Navigate your TV's interface with the ease of a laptop touchpad. - Keyboard: Type effortlessly with a fully integrated keyboard, perfect for searching content or logging into apps. - Quick Access to TV Apps: Launch your favorite streaming services and apps directly from your mobile device—no need to scroll through TV menus. - Customizable Interface: Tailor the app's interface to match your most used functions and favorite features for quick access, ensuring a smoother TV viewing experience. - Efficient Design: Enjoy an intuitive design that makes it easy to control your TV without looking away from the screen, ensuring a user-friendly experience for all ages. Whether you're upgrading your home entertainment system or simply seeking a more convenient way to manage your viewing experience, Universal Remote-TV Control is your solution. Download today and take the first step towards a smarter, more connected living room. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/uni-tv-remote-control/strona-g%C5%82%C3%B3wna

Screenshots

SmartThings4 screens
Universal Remote-TV Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SmartThings at 4.6 against Universal Remote-TV Control's 3.1. SmartThings also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (31% vs 0%). Universal Remote-TV Control's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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. Universal Remote-TV Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. SmartThings asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartThings holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartThings has 809K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of SmartThings's written reviews are positive against 0% of Universal Remote-TV Control's.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
SmartThings versus Universal Remote-TV Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartThingsUniversal Remote-TV Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (809K ratings) — better3.1 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews31.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings809K — better8
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#5 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size961 MB42 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSamsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Martin Gerok

Customer experience

SmartThings

All ratings808,682 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews7,398 reviews
Positive31.0%
Neutral6.4%
Negative62.6%

Universal Remote-TV Control

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

SmartThings

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to add or remove devices
  • Inconsistent device status updates
  • Notifications not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to control TV without remote
  • Improved photo/artwork management for Frame TV
  • More advanced automation and scheduling options
  • Better integration with other smart home platforms

Universal Remote-TV Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SmartThings

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Universal Remote-TV Control

Subscriptions3
  • Universal Remote | Smart TV$5.997 Days
  • Universal Remote - TV Control$5.997 Days
  • Universal Remote - TV Control$9.991 Month

Questions

Is SmartThings free?
SmartThings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal Remote-TV Control free?
Universal Remote-TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SmartThings or Universal Remote-TV Control?
SmartThings is rated higher. SmartThings averages 4.6 out of 5 from 809K ratings, while Universal Remote-TV Control averages 3.1 from 8 ratings.
Do SmartThings or Universal Remote-TV Control have ads?
Neither SmartThings nor Universal Remote-TV Control shows ads.

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