TV Remote Universal vs Remote for Now
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Power ON / OFF
- Volume control
- Channel selection
- Navigation pad
- Media player functions
- Smart TV 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.
Remote for Now
This app provides a convenient way to control your Now TV or Roku devices from your smartphone. It automatically scans for devices on your network and offers both trackpad and D-pad navigation options.
- Automatic device scanning
- Trackpad and D-Pad navigation
- Keypad controls
- Supports multiple devices
- Tablet support
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**Please ensure that your NowTV or Roku box or stick are connect to the same network as your phone** nowMote (Now TV remote replacement) is the best replacement remote control app for your now tv and roku devices. Features: • nowMote automatically scans for your box or stick • Channel viewer • Choice of Trackpad or D-Pad navigation • Tablet support • Pair with multiple Now and Roku devices • Keypad controls For support or feedback please do contact us.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Remote for Now at none against TV Remote Universal's shown. Remote for Now also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17). TV Remote Universal's advantage is review sentiment (14% vs 0%). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. TV Remote Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Remote for Now sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote for Now fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TV Remote Universal | Remote for Now |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (12K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 13.6% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 12K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Real Vision Ltd | Trademark Applications |
Customer experience
TV Remote Universal
Remote for Now
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 Now
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
TV Remote Universal
- Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Premium version$3.99
- Lifetime Premium$34.99
Remote for Now
- Remove Ads$0.99
Questions
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