# ProFind Remote vs TV Remote Control

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProFind Remote | TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/profind-remote/id1449692402/reviews) | **[4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id1535056536/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **74.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ross Tulloch](https://appshunter.io/developer/290800832) | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) |

## What reviewers say

### ProFind Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/profind-remote/id1449692402)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id1535056536)

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:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Features | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 💡 Useful remote control features
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🤖 Works with various TV brands

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔍 Difficult to find specific TV models
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
- 🕰️ Slow response times on some devices
- 🔘 Confusing button layout

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to connect to some TV models
- Loses connection randomly
- Volume controls not working properly

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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