Comparison

Universal Remote Pro vs TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote Pro

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
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Universal Remote app can easily put your iPhone to Super Universal Remote. TV, Cable box, DVD, Stereo Amplifier ALL can be controlled through iPhone easily. FEATURES .Mass Device Support ---More than 200 manufacturer ---More than 1000 kinds of devices ---Four types device support TV,STV,DVD,Amplifier .Simplify ui design ---Four page for four type device ---Scroll to switch different device IMPORTANT NOTICE App Requires hardware support. You need to buy a hardware device or do it yourself

About

TV Remote

Control your smart TV directly from your phone. Connect via WIFI to manage volume, channels, and navigation with a touchpad and keyboard. Supports major brands like Samsung, Roku, and LG.

Highlights
  • WIFI TV connection
  • Smart TV detection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Keyboard input
  • Channel launching
  • Voice search
Features
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TV Remote is the ultimate solution for controlling your Smart TV from the comfort of your phone. With its easy-to-use interface and compatibility with various TV brands such as Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, FireTV, AndroidTV, Vizio, and Hisense, this app lets you take charge of your TV viewing experience. You can connect your device to your TV via WIFI, and enjoy full control of your TV functions, including volume, channels, input sources, and more, right from your mobile device. Whether you're watching a movie, playing games, or simply relaxing, the app makes it easy to manage your TV, no matter where you are. Try it today and discover a whole new level of TV control. Main features: * Automatically detects Smart TVs on the same WIFI network * Works with most popular TV brands * Large touchpad for easy menu and content navigation * Launch channels directly from the app * Fast and simple keyboard input * Voice search for hands-free control *** Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features*** You can choose one-time payment or a yearly subscription. (with 3-day free trial) a monthly subscription a weekly subscription – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, or any other TV brands listed above. Privacy: https://evolly.app/privacy-policy/ Terms: https://evolly.app/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

Universal Remote Pro4 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.4 against Universal Remote Pro's 1.7. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (605K vs 37). Universal Remote Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.0). 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. TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Universal Remote Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 605K 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 20% of TV Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote Pro ships an update every 20 months, TV Remote monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 6, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Universal Remote Pro versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote ProTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (37 ratings)4.4 (605K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews20.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings37605K — better
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
Best chart rank—#5 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB188 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer芳英 冯EVOLLY.APP

Customer experience

Universal Remote Pro

All ratings37 ratings
Positive18.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative81.1%
Written reviews94 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral1.1%
Negative98.9%

TV Remote

All ratings604,789 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews4,222 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative76.6%

User reviews

Universal Remote Pro

From 37 App Store ratings

Room to improve

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

TV Remote

From 605K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Connects easily
  • 👍 Convenient remote control
  • 🔒 Works with multiple TVs
  • 👍 Helpful when remote is lost

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Requires original remote for setup
  • 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔋 Drains phone battery

Bugs and requests

Universal Remote Pro

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App crashes upon opening
  • App does not load
  • Ads cover buttons
  • Ads prevent closing
  • App freezes
Show 3 more
  • Cannot connect to devices
  • Paid version does not work
  • Cannot get refund

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more TV brands
  • Remove 'transmit signal' notification
  • Add Westinghouse brand
  • Add Magnavox brand
  • Add Sceptre brand

TV Remote

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App doesn't recognize TV
  • Power button doesn't work
  • Volume controls not functioning

Requested features

3 requests
  • Allow remote control without original remote
  • Offer more free features
  • Improve reliability and stability

In-app purchases

None

Universal Remote Pro

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
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  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
  • Annual Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium.$44.99

Questions

Is Universal Remote Pro free?
Universal Remote Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote Pro or TV Remote?
TV Remote is rated higher. Universal Remote Pro averages 1.7 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.4 from 605K ratings.
Do Universal Remote Pro or TV Remote have ads?
Both Universal Remote Pro and TV Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote Pro or TV Remote?
Universal Remote Pro ships an update every 20 months, and TV Remote monthly. Most recently, Universal Remote Pro was updated on August 6, 2026 and TV Remote on September 25, 2026.

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