Comparison

TV Remote Universal vs ALERTRACKER

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

ALERTRACKER

Official fleet control application with international coverage. Monitor your fleet 24/7 with real-time tracking and management tools.

Highlights
  • Official fleet control
  • International coverage
  • 24/7 monitoring
  • Real-time tracking
Features
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Aplicación oficial para el control de flotas de ALERTRACKER, cobertura internacional durante las 24hs.-

Screenshots

TV Remote Universal4 screens
ALERTRACKER4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Universal at 3.4 against ALERTRACKER's 2.0. TV Remote Universal also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (12K vs 1). ALERTRACKER's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. ALERTRACKER asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Universal holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Universal has 12K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of TV Remote Universal's written reviews are positive against 0% of ALERTRACKER's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, ALERTRACKER every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
TV Remote Universal versus ALERTRACKER: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote UniversalALERTRACKER
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (12K ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews13.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 8 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS1716.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReal Vision LtdGlobal Open Data SAC

Customer experience

TV Remote Universal

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

ALERTRACKER

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

ALERTRACKER

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

ALERTRACKER

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote Universal free?
TV Remote Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ALERTRACKER free?
ALERTRACKER is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Universal or ALERTRACKER?
TV Remote Universal is rated higher. TV Remote Universal averages 3.4 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while ALERTRACKER averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do TV Remote Universal or ALERTRACKER have ads?
TV Remote Universal shows ads; ALERTRACKER does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Universal or ALERTRACKER?
TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, and ALERTRACKER every 8 months. Most recently, TV Remote Universal was updated on September 25, 2026 and ALERTRACKER on June 11, 2026.

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