EzRemote Universal Control vs HandyPJC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EzRemote Universal Control
Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for over a million devices. Control your entertainment system with voice commands via Siri shortcuts or manage multiple devices with single-click activities. Requires an audio to IR accessory for functionality.
- Universal control for over 1 million devices
- Voice control with Siri shortcut
- Activity control for multiple devices
- Supports TVs, receivers, projectors, and more
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Turn Your iPhone into A Universal Remote Control. iOS device have no IR hardware, you need an audio to IR accessory to use this app. This app contains no information about how to use IR accessory, please search internet with keyword "iPhone IR blaster". •UNIVERSAL control over one million devices. •VOICE control with Siri shortcut. •ACTIVITY control multiple device with one click. Supported device - Amplifier, Audio, BluRay, Cable, CD, DVD, DVR, FAN, HTiB, IPTV, Projector, Receiver, Satellite, STB, TV, VCR.
HandyPJC
Easily manage PJLink compliant projectors directly from your mobile device. Control multiple projectors simultaneously, with each group supporting up to 12 devices. The number of groups is unlimited, offering flexible management for various setups.
- Control PJLink compliant projectors
- Manage multiple projectors simultaneously
- Group projectors for easier control
- Unlimited group creation
- Intuitive and easy to use
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HandyPJC is a professional remote control app designed for AV engineers, IT administrators, teachers, and corporate environments. Using the industry-standard PJLink protocol, HandyPJC turns your iPhone into a powerful universal projector remote over Wi-Fi. 【Core Features】 • Instant Control: Power ON/OFF, switch video inputs (HDMI/VGA/HDBaseT), and toggle mute with a single tap. • Auto Discovery: Smart network scanner automatically finds PJLink-compatible projectors on your local network. No need to memorize IP addresses. • Auto-Authentication: Built-in default password library for major manufacturers allows for one-tap seamless connections. • iCloud Sync: Set up once, and your projector list is instantly available across all your iOS devices. • Broad Compatibility: Works flawlessly with PJLink Class 1 compliant projectors from major brands like Panasonic, Epson, NEC, Sony, Optoma, and more. 【HandyPJC Pro Features】 Upgrade to Pro to unlock the ultimate management toolkit: • Groups & Batch Control: Group projectors by location (e.g., "Conference Room A", "Classrooms") and execute batch commands like "All Power ON" or "All Power OFF". • Power Surge Protection: Batch power commands feature customizable delays between projectors to prevent electrical spikes. • Unlimited Projectors: Remove the free-tier limit and add as many projectors as you need. • Ad-Free Experience: Enjoy a clean, professional, and distraction-free interface. Stop searching for lost physical remotes. As long as you are on the same Wi-Fi network, HandyPJC puts complete control right at your fingertips. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://piscesweilun.github.io/HandyPJC-Support/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: HandyPJC at Free against EzRemote Universal Control's $2.99. EzRemote Universal Control's advantage is rating (2.7 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence 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
HandyPJC is free to download; EzRemote Universal Control costs $2.99 up front. HandyPJC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. EzRemote Universal Control asks for nothing beyond the download.
EzRemote Universal Control holds the better App Store score, 2.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EzRemote Universal Control has 48 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of EzRemote Universal Control's written reviews are positive against 0% of HandyPJC's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EzRemote Universal Control | HandyPJC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.7 (48 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 48 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zheng Fang | WEI-LUN HUANG |
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In-app purchases
EzRemote Universal Control
No in-app purchases
HandyPJC
- HandyPJC Pro$4.99
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