# EzRemote Lite vs TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.6 against EzRemote Lite's 3.4. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (58K vs 32). EzRemote Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. EzRemote Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 58K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 55% and 55% positive.

EzRemote Lite ships an update every 4 months, TV Remote every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EzRemote Lite | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ezremote-lite/id1446979747/reviews) | **[4.6 (58K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **58K** |
| Positive reviews | 54.5% of reviews | **55.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#194** |
| Size | 12 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zheng Fang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258046278) | [Zap Software Studio BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793745371) |

## What reviewers say

### EzRemote Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ezremote-lite/id1446979747)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for home electronics. Requires an audio-to-IR accessory for functionality. Explore other options if you don't have the necessary hardware.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Control home electronics, iPhone/iPad/iPod compatible, Supports numerous device types, Free to download

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189)

**Currently charting:** #194 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote control for your smart TV. This app supports a wide variety of popular TV brands, consolidating all your remotes into one convenient device. Enjoy a simplified TV-watching experience.

**Highlights:** Control smart TVs with phone, Supports wide range of brands, Eliminates multiple remotes, LG, Roku, Samsung, Sony, Philips support, Simplified TV experience

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
- 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
- 🚀 Quick connection to TV

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some TV models
- 🐛 Keyboard not working on some TVs
- 🐛 Disconnects frequently

**Reported bugs**

- App force closes when connecting to certain TVs
- Volume controls not working on some TVs
- Remote buttons not responding consistently

**Requested features**

- Add ability to turn TV on/off
- Improve keyboard functionality
- Expand TV brand compatibility
- Add option to save connected TV


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EzRemote Lite free?

EzRemote Lite 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, EzRemote Lite or TV Remote?

TV Remote is rated higher. EzRemote Lite averages 3.4 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.6 from 58K ratings.

### Do EzRemote Lite or TV Remote have ads?

TV Remote shows ads; EzRemote Lite does not.

### Which is updated more often, EzRemote Lite or TV Remote?

EzRemote Lite ships an update every 4 months, and TV Remote every 4 days. Most recently, EzRemote Lite was updated on June 1, 2026 and TV Remote on September 25, 2026.

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