# Universal Remote Pro vs Universal Smart Remote for TV

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Smart Remote for TV at 3.5 against Universal Remote Pro's 1.7. Universal Smart Remote for TV also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 0%) and ads (none vs shown). Universal Remote Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 18.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Smart Remote for TV sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Universal Remote Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal Smart Remote for TV holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Smart Remote for TV has 580 ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Universal Remote Pro's written reviews are positive against 38% of Universal Smart Remote for TV's.

Universal Remote Pro ships an update every 20 months, Universal Smart Remote for TV every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote Pro | Universal Smart Remote for TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-pro/id1415253283/reviews) | **[3.5 (580 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-remote-for-tv/id1449395090/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38 | **580** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **37.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [芳英 冯](https://appshunter.io/developer/948102068) | [TINAC Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/539875795) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal Remote Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-pro/id1415253283)

Transform your iPhone into a powerful universal remote for TVs, cable boxes, DVD players, and stereo amplifiers. Control a vast array of devices with a simplified interface, allowing you to switch between them easily.

**Highlights:** Mass device support (200+ manufacturers, 1000+ devices), Control TVs, STBs, DVDs, and amplifiers, Simplified UI design, Scroll to switch devices, Four pages for different device types

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ App does not work
- ❌ Frequent and intrusive ads
- ❌ App crashes frequently
- ❌ Does not connect to TVs
- ❌ Missing TV brands

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes upon opening
- App does not load
- Ads cover buttons
- Ads prevent closing
- App freezes

**Requested features**

- Add more TV brands
- Remove 'transmit signal' notification
- Add Westinghouse brand
- Add Magnavox brand
- Add Sceptre brand


### Universal Smart Remote for TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-remote-for-tv/id1449395090)

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Easily control playback, navigate menus with a touchpad, and launch apps with a single tap. Stream content and mirror your screen wirelessly.

**Highlights:** Full D-pad, volume, channel, and playback controls, Touchpad navigation, Keyboard input for text entry, One-tap app launching, Screen mirroring and content sharing, Siri Shortcuts integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access(Weekly) | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access(Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Full Access(Yearly) | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro Features | $4.99 | one-time |
| Full Access(Lifetime) | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well
- 🚀 Cheap compared to other apps
- 🚀 Convenient to have on phone

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Glitchy/unreliable
- 🔒 Requires payment for full functionality
- 🐛 Buttons/navigation not working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't connect to TV
- Stops working after some time
- Buttons/navigation not responsive

**Requested features**

- Add volume control
- Improve app stability and reliability
- Allow full functionality without payment


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote Pro free?

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

### Is Universal Smart Remote for TV free?

Universal Smart Remote for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal Remote Pro or Universal Smart Remote for TV?

Universal Smart Remote for TV is rated higher. Universal Remote Pro averages 1.7 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while Universal Smart Remote for TV averages 3.5 from 580 ratings.

### Do Universal Remote Pro or Universal Smart Remote for TV have ads?

Universal Remote Pro shows ads; Universal Smart Remote for TV does not.

### Which is updated more often, Universal Remote Pro or Universal Smart Remote for TV?

Universal Remote Pro ships an update every 20 months, and Universal Smart Remote for TV every 6 weeks. Most recently, Universal Remote Pro was updated on October 20, 2026 and Universal Smart Remote for TV on October 26, 2026.

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