Comparison

ProFind Remote vs TV Remote Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ProFind Remote

Search your Mac's files from your iPhone or iPad over a local network. Download and share files, browse favorite folders, and get file information. Requires the companion Mac application.

Highlights
  • Search Mac files from iOS
  • Download and share files
  • Access ProFind sidebar
  • Browse favorite folders
  • Get file info and hashes
  • Encrypted network connection
Features
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Search your Mac from your iPhone or iPad on your local network. Companion iOS app for ProFind for Mac. Allows you to search for files on your Mac and download and share them with other iOS apps. Gives access to the ProFind sidebar which includes favorite, recent downloads and much more. Also includes the ability to browser favorite folders, get info and calculate hashes on files. Searching and downloads are performed over an encrypted network connection. Requires ProFind for Mac: https://www.zeroonetwenty.com/profind/

About

TV Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control power, volume, navigation, and apps across a wide range of brands. Enjoy faster text input and touchpad control, all without needing your physical remote.

Highlights
  • Full-featured remote control (power, volume, navigation)
  • Launch apps directly on supported TVs
  • Text input via iPhone keyboard
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Control from Apple Watch and Home Screen widgets
  • Supports multiple TV brands and streaming devices
Features
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Can't find the remote? Use your iPhone or iPad to control a compatible TV over WiFi. Start with free basic remote buttons, with companion controls on Apple Watch and Mac. CHECK COMPATIBILITY Supports compatible Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, Roku, Hisense and Vizio devices. Your phone and TV must be on the same local network. Pairing or enabling network control on your TV may be required. Available buttons and features vary by model. FREE EVERYDAY CONTROL Use the basic keypad for volume, channels, navigation and playback where supported. Basic Apple Watch and widget buttons are also free. Save multiple TVs and organize them by room. TYPE, TAP AND WATCH Premium unlocks keyboard input, app launching, input switching, keypad customization, extended Apple Watch controls and additional Siri Shortcuts on supported devices. Touchpad navigation is available on supported Apple TV, Samsung and LG devices. DIRECT CONNECTION Remote commands are sent over your local network. No TV account is required. IN-APP PURCHASES Choose a lifetime purchase or an auto-renewing subscription where offered. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account when you confirm the purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. DISCLAIMER This is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Apple Inc., Samsung, LG, Google, Amazon, Roku, Hisense, Vizio or any other TV or device manufacturer. Product names, logos and brands belong to their owners and are used only to indicate compatibility. Privacy Policy: https://www.rs.ltd/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.rs.ltd/terms

Screenshots

ProFind Remote4 screens
TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TV Remote Control at 75% against ProFind Remote's 0%. TV Remote Control also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.1) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 15 months). ProFind Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) 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 Control sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. ProFind Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control has 1.2K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ProFind Remote's written reviews are positive against 75% of TV Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProFind Remote ships an update every 15 months, TV Remote Control every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on July 9, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ProFind Remote versus TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProFind RemoteTV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (9 ratings)4.3 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews74.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings91.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB142 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoss TullochRemote Sunrise LTD

Customer experience

ProFind Remote

All ratings9 ratings
Positive55.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative44.4%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

TV Remote Control

All ratings1,249 ratings
Positive81.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative15.2%
Written reviews943 reviews
Positive74.9%
Neutral4.6%
Negative20.6%

Bugs and requests

ProFind Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TV Remote Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to connect to some TV models
  • Loses connection randomly
  • Volume controls not working properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more TV brand support
  • Improve Apple Watch integration
  • Customize button layout and colors
  • Implement voice control
  • Add keyboard functionality

In-app purchases

None

ProFind Remote

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions5
  • Unlock All Features7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Smart TV Remote - 1 month$3.991 Month
  • Universal TV Remote - 1 year7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Universal TV Remote - 1 month$9.991 Month
  • Smart TV Remote - 1 year7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$19.99
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is ProFind Remote free?
ProFind Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ProFind Remote or TV Remote Control?
TV Remote Control is rated higher. ProFind Remote averages 3.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while TV Remote Control averages 4.3 from 1.2K ratings.
Do ProFind Remote or TV Remote Control have ads?
TV Remote Control shows ads; ProFind Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, ProFind Remote or TV Remote Control?
ProFind Remote ships an update every 15 months, and TV Remote Control every 5 days. Most recently, ProFind Remote was updated on July 9, 2026 and TV Remote Control on September 26, 2026.

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