# Universal Remote Pro vs Smart TV Remote Universal

The clearest difference is rating: Smart TV Remote Universal at 3.8 against Universal Remote Pro's 1.7. Smart TV Remote Universal also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 20 months) and review sentiment (18% vs 0%). Universal Remote Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 17). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart TV Remote Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Universal Remote Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart TV Remote Universal holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart TV Remote Universal has 891 ratings behind it against 37, 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 18% of Smart TV Remote Universal's.

Universal Remote Pro ships an update every 20 months, Smart TV Remote Universal every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote Pro | Smart TV Remote Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-pro/id1415253283/reviews) | **[3.8 (891 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-universal/id1494893176/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 37 | **891** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **17.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [芳英 冯](https://appshunter.io/developer/948102068) | [Jenni Parkkonen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494893175) |

## 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


### Smart TV Remote Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-universal/id1494893176)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Version | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime premium | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great remote app
- 💖 Love this remote
- 👍 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't work
- 📺 Won't connect to TV
- 🙄 Too many ads
- 💩 Terrible app
- 🤬 Waste of time

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on device scan
- Volume controls not working
- Navigation issues

**Requested features**

- Support for more TV brands
- Improve device detection
- Reduce ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote Pro free?

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

### Is Smart TV Remote Universal free?

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

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

Smart TV Remote Universal is rated higher. Universal Remote Pro averages 1.7 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while Smart TV Remote Universal averages 3.8 from 891 ratings.

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

Both Universal Remote Pro and Smart TV Remote Universal show ads.

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

Universal Remote Pro ships an update every 20 months, and Smart TV Remote Universal every 6 weeks. Most recently, Universal Remote Pro was updated on October 16, 2026 and Smart TV Remote Universal on October 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*