Comparison

Universal TV Remote · 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 TV Remote ·

Control your smart TV with your phone. Navigate menus using a touchpad, and access advanced features like Wake-on-LAN. Supports a wide range of TV models and operating systems.

Highlights
  • Smart TV remote control
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Wake-on-LAN support
  • Wide model compatibility
  • Supports various OS
Features
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Universal Remote supports hundreds of models with various operating systems and screen resolutions, ranging from basic models no longer in manufacture to 2021 novelties with the most powerful hardware. The remote differs depending on not only the Smart TV manufacturer but also the type of operating system. Touchpad Instead of Buttons. We are confident that navigation with swipe gestures is much more convenient than by pressing regular "down" or "right" buttons, not distracting you from the most important thing: searching for your favorite movie or series on the TV. Still Can’t Turn the TV On? In a word, you can, but under one condition. Most new Smart TV models support the Wake-on-LAN function. It is possible only if you had already been connected to the TV earlier. Therefore, when using the application for the first time, you will need a hardware remote control. After that, you can use your Universal Remote. Premium Subscription You can subscribe for unlimited access to Premium features. Subscription is $19.99 yearly. Prices are equal to the value that "Apple's App Store Matrix" determines is the equivalent of the subscription price in USD. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. 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. For details please visit the link https://support.apple.com/HT202039. When your current trial/subscription period expires, you will be unsubscribed. The current active subscription period can not be canceled. After your subscription expires, you will no longer be able to use pictures marked as Premium. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://kraftwerk9.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://kraftwerk9.com/privacy

About

TV Remote

Control your Samsung or LG Smart TV directly from your iPhone without extra hardware. Connect easily via Wi-Fi for full remote functionality, including basic and advanced commands. Enjoy a smart, simple, and elegant interface with optional haptic feedback.

Highlights
  • Universal remote control for Smart TVs
  • Basic and advanced TV functions
  • Quick Wi-Fi connection
  • Haptic feedback option
  • No additional hardware needed
Features
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TV Remote is a tool that allows you to control your Samsung or LG Smart TV from your iPhone. No additional hardware or devices. Just have your iPhone on the same Wi-Fi network as your TV. Key features: //UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL FOR SMART TV All basic and advanced functions are included: power on / off, mute / unmute, volume up / down, channel up / down, menu button, video control play / pause / stop, additional functions. You won't have the need to change your physical TV remote’s battery. Just download and use the app to control your TV. Smart, simple and elegant design will make your interaction pleasant and comfortable. //QUICK CONNECTION VIA WI-FI To use the remote control, you must have your iPhone on the same Wi-Fii network as your smart TV. Start a connection in the app by clicking the “Search TV” button, then follow app’s instructions and then accept the message that appears on your TV. Done! //HAPTIC FEEDBACK Haptic feedback makes our TV Remote tactile. But you can remove this at any time in the settings. Remote TV PRO: - Unlimited access to all TV remote functions - Auto-reconnect after getting back from background Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-YGLupOVOOEUSaT7j80puwaIiXX6ygc0z615Pm99oFQ/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaDsnYMr8IKl53sT1BAnVj3U9MrEWLiw5CB-rvkbOLk/edit?usp=sharing Disclaimer: TV Remote: Universal control is NOT an affiliated entity of Samsung Electronics or LG, and TV Remote: Universal control application is not an official product of Samsung or LG.

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote ·4 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote at none against Universal TV Remote ·'s shown. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). Universal TV Remote ·'s advantage is ratings volume (95K vs 587) and review sentiment (34% vs 15%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 TV Remote · sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Universal TV Remote · against 4.6 for TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote · has 95K ratings behind it against 587, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 34% of Universal TV Remote ·'s written reviews are positive against 15% of TV Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote · ships an update fortnightly, TV Remote every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Universal TV Remote · versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote ·TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (95K ratings) — better4.6 (587 ratings)
Positive reviews33.7% of reviews — better14.8% of reviews
Number of ratings95K — better587
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#29 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKRAFTWERK 9 LTDAdam Brickman

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote ·

All ratings92,199 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral3.2%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews1,248 reviews
Positive33.7%
Neutral5.5%
Negative60.8%

TV Remote

All ratings584 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive14.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.2%

Bugs and requests

Universal TV Remote ·

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Doesn't detect TV
  • Frequent disconnections
  • Unresponsive controls
  • Billing issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Volume control
  • More TV button options
  • Tutorials or instructions
  • Ability to save TV connections

TV Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Universal TV Remote ·

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly universal TV remote3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly universal TV remote3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly universal TV remote3 Days trial$6.991 Month
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  • Year subscription3 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • Year$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime universal TV remote$14.99
2 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Remote TV Pro (weekly)3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Remote TV Pro (monthly)$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote · free?
Universal TV Remote · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote · or TV Remote?
Universal TV Remote · is rated higher. Universal TV Remote · averages 4.6 out of 5 from 95K ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.6 from 587 ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote · or TV Remote have ads?
Universal TV Remote · shows ads; TV Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote · or TV Remote?
Universal TV Remote · ships an update fortnightly, and TV Remote every 5 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote · was updated on October 30, 2026 and TV Remote on October 21, 2026.

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