Comparison

TV Remote Universal vs Remote for Vizio ·

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Universal

Control your smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app transforms your device into a universal remote, supporting major brands like Samsung, LG, and Roku. Enjoy seamless control over power, volume, channels, and smart TV features.

Highlights
  • Power ON / OFF
  • Volume control
  • Channel selection
  • Navigation pad
  • Media player functions
  • Smart TV features
Features
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Lost your remote again? Your iPhone just became the only one you need. TV Remote Universal turns your phone into a fast, reliable remote for almost any smart TV — no infrared, no extra hardware, no hunting through couch cushions. Connect over Wi-Fi and take control in seconds. ONE APP. EVERY TV IN YOUR HOME. CONTROL EVERYTHING Power, volume, channels, inputs, playback and a full navigation pad — every button of your physical remote, right on your screen. Everything responds instantly. TYPE INSTEAD OF PECKING Stop clicking letter-by-letter across an on-screen grid. Use your phone's keyboard to search shows, sign in to apps and enter passwords in a fraction of the time. SWIPE TO NAVIGATE A smooth touchpad lets you glide through menus with your thumb — faster and more natural than tapping arrow buttons. CONTROL BY VOICE Speak instead of scrolling. Use voice to search and navigate on supported TVs, hands-free. OPEN YOUR APPS IN ONE TAP Jump straight to your favorite streaming apps without scrolling through the home screen. WORKS WITH YOUR TV Compatible with Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Panasonic, RCA, Roku and Roku streaming sticks, Fire TV, Android TV and more. If it's a smart TV on your Wi-Fi, chances are we've got you covered. SET UP IN UNDER A MINUTE Connect your iPhone or iPad to the same Wi-Fi network as your TV and follow the on-screen steps. That's it — no pairing codes, no cables. WHY YOU'LL KEEP IT - Clean, responsive design that just works - No IR blaster required - Light and dark mode - Works on iPhone and iPad UPGRADE TO PREMIUM Go ad-free and unlock the full experience Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you buy a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://realvision.app/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://realvision.app/terms-of-use/ Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Panasonic, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, or any other TV brand mentioned. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

About

Remote for Vizio ·

Control your Vizio SmartCast TV with your iPhone. This app offers a full remote experience with a touchpad, keyboard, and automatic connection. It's a convenient replacement for a lost or broken physical remote.

Highlights
  • Full Vizio Smart TV remote functionality
  • Large touchpad for navigation
  • Integrated keyboard
  • Automatic device connection
  • Menu and content navigation
Features
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TV Remote for Vizio is designed specifically to control Vizio SmartCast TVs. Just connect an iPhone and a TV to the same Wi-Fi network and you will be able to control the TV using a mobile device after a simple pairing routine. The app features all the necessary buttons. You no longer have to look for your TV remote control or buy a new one in order to replace the one broken down. Key features: - Fully functional remote control for Vizio Smart TV; - A large touchpad for convenient menu and content navigation; - Keyboard; - Automatic connection to a device; Compatibility: Smart TV Remote for Vizio is not compatible with Vizio SmartCast TVs released before 2016 and with legacy Vizio Internet Apps Smart TVs. Premium Subscription User can subscribe for unlimited access to Premium features. Subscribed users have unlimited use of the Interaction tab without ads. This app includes an optional auto-renewable subscription: 1 week with a 3-days free trial period. Subscription is from $2.99 weekly. 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 current trial/subscription period expires, user will be unsubscribed. The current active subscription period can not be canceled. After subscription expires, user will no longer be able to use Interaction tab. 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/privacyus Disclaimer: Kraftwerk 9, Inc is not an affiliated entity of Vizio Inc, and Smart TV Remote application is not an official product of Vizio.

Screenshots

TV Remote Universal4 screens
Remote for Vizio ·3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TV Remote Universal at every 3 weeks against Remote for Vizio ·'s every 3 months. Remote for Vizio ·'s advantage is rating (3.6 vs 3.4) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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 Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Remote for Vizio · sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote for Vizio · holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12K and 15K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of TV Remote Universal's written reviews are positive against 17% of Remote for Vizio ·'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote for Vizio · every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Universal versus Remote for Vizio ·: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote UniversalRemote for Vizio ·
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (12K ratings)3.6 (15K ratings) — better
Positive reviews13.6% of reviews17.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12K15K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1711.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReal Vision LtdKraftwerk 9 Inc

Customer experience

TV Remote Universal

All ratings11,742 ratings
Positive56.4%
Neutral8.0%
Negative35.5%
Written reviews734 reviews
Positive13.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative83.5%

Remote for Vizio ·

All ratings15,010 ratings
Positive64.4%
Neutral3.7%
Negative31.8%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive17.4%
Neutral1.5%
Negative81.1%

User reviews

TV Remote Universal

From 12K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🤩 Amazing
  • 👍 Good app
  • 🚀 Works great

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Mediocre, only works half the time
  • 🐛 Does not work
  • 🐛 Connection issues, won't connect or show available TV
  • 🐛 Reconnecting issues after disconnecting
  • 🔋 Too many ads, makes it unusable

Remote for Vizio ·

From 15K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Works fine
  • 🚀 Quick and easy setup
  • 🚀 Responsive and user-friendly
  • 🚀 Fantastic alternative to Vizio remote

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Does not connect to Vizio TV
  • 🐛 Requires WiFi, but can't connect without a remote
  • 🐛 Paid features don't work as expected
  • 🐛 Restore purchases don't work
  • 🐛 Unresponsive and buggy

Bugs and requests

TV Remote Universal

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to detect or connect to devices
  • Constant ads interrupt usage
  • Unreliable, frequently stops working

Requested features

2 requests
  • Better TV search and connection options
  • Improved stability and reliability

Remote for Vizio ·

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Doesn't locate or connect to TV
  • Paid features not working as advertised
  • Restore purchases not functioning
  • Frequent crashes and freezes

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add up/down/left/right arrows for navigation
  • Improve connectivity and compatibility with Vizio TVs
  • Provide better customer support and address issues
  • Offer a more transparent and fair pricing model

In-app purchases

4 purchases

TV Remote Universal

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium version$3.99
  • Lifetime Premium$34.99
4 purchases

Remote for Vizio ·

Subscriptions3
  • Premium weekly subscription3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly premium subscription$6.991 Month
  • Year pro version$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime premium remote$14.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Universal free?
TV Remote Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote for Vizio · free?
Remote for Vizio · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Universal or Remote for Vizio ·?
Remote for Vizio · is rated higher. TV Remote Universal averages 3.4 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Remote for Vizio · averages 3.6 from 15K ratings.
Do TV Remote Universal or Remote for Vizio · have ads?
Both TV Remote Universal and Remote for Vizio · show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Universal or Remote for Vizio ·?
TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, and Remote for Vizio · every 3 months. Most recently, TV Remote Universal was updated on November 10, 2026 and Remote for Vizio · on November 10, 2026.

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