# TV Remote Universal vs Remote control for Sony

The clearest difference is rating: Remote control for Sony at 4.6 against TV Remote Universal's 3.4. Remote control for Sony also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (33% vs 14%). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Remote control for Sony sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote control for Sony holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12K and 8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of TV Remote Universal's written reviews are positive against 33% of Remote control for Sony's.

TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote control for Sony weekly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Universal | Remote control for Sony |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1447773150/reviews) | **[4.6 (8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-sony/id1458993689/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 8K |
| Positive reviews | 13.6% of reviews | **32.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 36 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **12.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Real Vision Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447773149) | [Oz Shabbatth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451079365) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1447773150)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium version | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Amazing
- 👍 Good app
- 🚀 Works great

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to detect or connect to devices
- Constant ads interrupt usage
- Unreliable, frequently stops working

**Requested features**

- Better TV search and connection options
- Improved stability and reliability


### Remote control for Sony

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-sony/id1458993689)

This app provides a user-friendly interface to control Sony devices. It offers a saved remote for quick access, a fast touchpad, and a keyboard for easy navigation and typing. The design is intuitive and easy to use.

**Highlights:** Saved remote for quick access, Fast touchpad control, Integrated keyboard for typing, Easy-to-use interface, No installation required

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive
- 👍 Convenient temporary fix
- 👍 Useful when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 📺 Limited functionality
- 💸 Too many ads
- 🤖 Compatibility problems

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Connection failures
- Unresponsive buttons
- Sync issues after updates

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Multi-TV support
- Ability to turn TV on/off
- Customizable button layout


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Universal free?

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

### Is Remote control for Sony free?

Remote control for Sony is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote Universal or Remote control for Sony?

Remote control for Sony is rated higher. TV Remote Universal averages 3.4 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Remote control for Sony averages 4.6 from 8K ratings.

### Do TV Remote Universal or Remote control for Sony have ads?

TV Remote Universal shows ads; Remote control for Sony does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote Universal or Remote control for Sony?

TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, and Remote control for Sony weekly. Most recently, TV Remote Universal was updated on October 25, 2026 and Remote control for Sony on October 25, 2026.

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