Comparison

TV Remote Universal vs AXL Alignment

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

AXL Alignment

Features
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Stop paying for alignment checks. Your iPhone already has the sensors. AXL turns your iPhone into a precision alignment tool. Hold it against each wheel and against your chassis, and AXL reads toe, camber, and how your rear axle actually sits on the car — the same angles a shop checks, in your driveway, in minutes. Why it matters Bad toe eats tires. A few tenths of a degree off and you're replacing rubber months early, or driving around with a pull you've learned to ignore. AXL shows you exactly where you stand, so you know whether that's a real problem or nothing to worry about — before you spend money finding out the hard way. How it works Three quick captures per wheel, walked in order: centerline, toe, camber. AXL tells you when each reading has settled and moves you to the next spot automatically. A full pass — all four wheels — takes just a few minutes. What you see Toe and camber for every wheel, plus front and rear axle totals How your rear axle's thrust line compares to the true chassis centerline A 3D view that exaggerates the angles so small readings are easy to see at a glance — the numbers on the cards are the real measurement Color-coded results: green means straight, yellow means it's worth adjusting, red means it's wearing your tires right now Track it over time Save tests to named vehicles, add a note like "before adjustment," and pull up any past test later. With two or more saved visits, AXL shows you exactly what changed — every wheel, every axle, side by side. What you need Any flat-sided iPhone case works. For the most accurate readings, our free 3D-printable case design (Soon available on our website) holds the phone perfectly flush against the wheel.

Screenshots

TV Remote Universal4 screens
AXL Alignment4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TV Remote Universal at Free against AXL Alignment's $19.99. AXL Alignment's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

TV Remote Universal is free to download; AXL Alignment costs $19.99 up front. TV Remote Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. AXL Alignment asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, AXL Alignment daily. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote Universal versus AXL Alignment: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote UniversalAXL Alignment
PriceFree — better$19.99
Rating3.4 (12K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews13.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings12K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReal Vision LtdD'Nyeal Wilson

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

AXL Alignment

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

AXL Alignment

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote Universal free?
TV Remote Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AXL Alignment free?
AXL Alignment costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TV Remote Universal or AXL Alignment have ads?
TV Remote Universal shows ads; AXL Alignment does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Universal or AXL Alignment?
TV Remote Universal ships an update every 3 weeks, and AXL Alignment daily. Most recently, TV Remote Universal was updated on October 20, 2026 and AXL Alignment on October 13, 2026.

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