TV Remote Universal vs Remote Smart TV
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 Smart TV
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Remote TV is a smart app that allows you to easily control your TV from your phone. Simply connect your phone and TV via Wi-Fi to control the TV, including channel selection, searching, typing on the keyboard, and mouse navigation… In addition to supporting remote control functions like a traditional remote, you can cast videos or photos from your phone to the TV with just one click. Main features - Replace a traditional remote to control the TV from a distance - Cast photos, videos, and YouTube content from your phone to the TV - Control the TV using voice commands - Smart keyboard: type on the TV directly from your phone - Touchpad for easy mouse navigation on the TV via your phone - Add favorite apps for quick access from your phone to the TV Control TV from your phone Remote TV offers 3 basic control modes: (1) Control the direction of movement (up and down), adjust volume, turn the TV on/off. (2) Number keypad mode: Enter channel numbers with a numeric keypad (3) Touchpad: Navigating with intuitive swipe gestures is far more user-friendly than relying on traditional "down" or "right" button presses, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: finding your favorite movie or series effortlessly on your TV Advanced control features: - Voice control: Control your TV hands-free by simply speaking commands into your phone. - Smart keyboard: quickly type on the TV from your phone using a simple keyboard. Cast videos and photos from your phone to the TV - Cast photos/videos to the TV - Stream YouTube directly from your phone to the TV Quickly access your favorite apps Pin your favorite apps or channels for quick access without wasting time searching We’ve included all the most essential features for everyday use, and more will be added in future updates. If you enjoy the app, please leave us a review - your feedback is always appreciated.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Remote Smart TV at weekly against TV Remote Universal's every 3 weeks. Remote Smart TV also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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 Smart TV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote Smart TV weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TV Remote Universal | Remote Smart TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (12K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 13.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Real Vision Ltd | VIET NAM TAPBI TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED |
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 Smart TV
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 Smart TV
- Remote TV: Weekly$1.997 Days
- Remote TV: Monthly$4.991 Month
- Remote TV: Annually$19.991 Year
Questions
Is TV Remote Universal free?
Is Remote Smart TV free?
Do TV Remote Universal or Remote Smart TV have ads?
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