# TV Remote Universal vs TV Remote The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.5 against TV Remote Universal's 3.4. TV Remote also leads on review sentiment (53% vs 14%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 weeks). TV Remote Universal's advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 564). On price, ads, 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 TV Remote sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters. TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Universal has 12K ratings behind it against 564, 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 53% of TV Remote's. TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, TV Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively. ## The numbers | Metric | TV Remote Universal | TV Remote | | --- | --- | --- | | Price | Free | Free | | Rating | [3.4 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1447773150/reviews) | **[4.5 (564 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control-plus/id1663632832/reviews)** | | Number of ratings | **12K** | 564 | | Positive reviews | 13.6% of reviews | **53.4% of reviews** | | In-app purchases | Yes | Yes | | Ads | Yes | Yes | | Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** | | Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases | | Size | 36 MB | 144 MB | | Requires iOS | 17 | **16.2** | | Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone | | Age rating | 4+ | 4+ | | Developer | [Real Vision Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447773149) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | ## 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 ### TV Remote [App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control-plus/id1663632832) Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control channels, volume, and apps with a familiar interface. Cast media and mirror your screen for a seamless entertainment experience. **Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, App launching and navigation, Media casting (photos, videos), Screen mirroring, Control soundbars and consoles, Intuitive interface **Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support **In-app purchases (17)** | Purchase | Price | Billing | | --- | --- | --- | | Unlimited access | $0.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $1.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $2.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $3.99 | per 7 days | | TV Remote ◦ Universal Control | $4.99 | per 7 days | | TV Remote ◦ Universal Control | $4.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $4.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $5.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $6.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $7.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $8.99 | per 7 days | | Unlimited access | $9.99 | per year | | Smart, Universal TV Remote | $14.99 | per month | | Unlimited access | $19.99 | per month | | Unlimited access | $29.99 | per month | | Unlimited access | $39.99 | per year | | Unlimited access | $49.99 | per year | **What reviewers like** - 👍 User-friendly app - 🚀 Convenient to use - ✨ Works well as a remote - 💡 Useful when remote is broken **What reviewers complain about** - 💰 Expensive subscription - 🔒 Paywall restricts features - 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs - 🤔 Unclear free trial terms **Reported bugs** - App doesn't work with certain TV models - Subscription issues (unable to cancel, etc.) - Frequent crashes and freezes **Requested features** - Add support for more TV brands - Improve subscription management - Provide a one-time purchase option ## Frequently asked questions ### Is TV Remote Universal free? TV Remote Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available. ### Is TV Remote free? TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available. ### Which has better reviews, TV Remote Universal or TV Remote? TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote Universal averages 3.4 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.5 from 564 ratings. ### Do TV Remote Universal or TV Remote have ads? Both TV Remote Universal and TV Remote show ads. ### Which is updated more often, TV Remote Universal or TV Remote? TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, and TV Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Universal was updated on October 20, 2026 and TV Remote on October 18, 2026. --- *Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*