# Universal Smart Remote for TV vs IR

The clearest difference is rating: IR at 5.0 against Universal Smart Remote for TV's 3.5. IR also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Universal Smart Remote for TV's advantage is ratings volume (580 vs 2) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Smart Remote for TV sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. IR asks for nothing beyond the download.

IR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Smart Remote for TV has 580 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Universal Smart Remote for TV ships an update every 6 weeks, IR every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Smart Remote for TV | IR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (580 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-remote-for-tv/id1449395090/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ir-tec-sensor-config/id1587290574/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **580** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 24 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TINAC Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/539875795) | [IR-TEC INTERNATIONAL LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1587290576) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal Smart Remote for TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-smart-remote-for-tv/id1449395090)

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Easily control playback, navigate menus with a touchpad, and launch apps with a single tap. Stream content and mirror your screen wirelessly.

**Highlights:** Full D-pad, volume, channel, and playback controls, Touchpad navigation, Keyboard input for text entry, One-tap app launching, Screen mirroring and content sharing, Siri Shortcuts integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access(Weekly) | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access(Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Full Access(Yearly) | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro Features | $4.99 | one-time |
| Full Access(Lifetime) | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well
- 🚀 Cheap compared to other apps
- 🚀 Convenient to have on phone

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Glitchy/unreliable
- 🔒 Requires payment for full functionality
- 🐛 Buttons/navigation not working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't connect to TV
- Stops working after some time
- Buttons/navigation not responsive

**Requested features**

- Add volume control
- Improve app stability and reliability
- Allow full functionality without payment


### IR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ir-tec-sensor-config/id1587290574)

Configure Bluetooth-enabled occupancy sensors wirelessly from your mobile device. This app simplifies setup and management for electrical contractors, installers, and facility managers, allowing adjustments without physical access to the sensors.

**Highlights:** Configure TRANS Bluetooth occupancy sensors, Wireless sensor management, Secure sensor installation data, Adjust settings remotely, No cellular or WiFi needed for configuration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Smart Remote for TV free?

Universal Smart Remote for TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is IR free?

IR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Universal Smart Remote for TV or IR?

IR is rated higher. Universal Smart Remote for TV averages 3.5 out of 5 from 580 ratings, while IR averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Universal Smart Remote for TV or IR have ads?

Neither Universal Smart Remote for TV nor IR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal Smart Remote for TV or IR?

Universal Smart Remote for TV ships an update every 6 weeks, and IR every 4 months. Most recently, Universal Smart Remote for TV was updated on October 26, 2026 and IR on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*