# ProFind Remote vs Universal TV Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote at 57% against ProFind Remote's 0%. Universal TV Remote also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.1) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 15 months). ProFind Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. ProFind Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote has 573 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 57% of Universal TV Remote's.

ProFind Remote ships an update every 15 months, Universal TV Remote every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProFind Remote | Universal TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/profind-remote/id1449692402/reviews) | **[4.4 (573 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-icontrol/id6450493462/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **573** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **57.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ross Tulloch](https://appshunter.io/developer/290800832) | [Ngoc Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1649497326) |

## 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


### Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-icontrol/id6450493462)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for various smart TVs and streaming devices. Control power, volume, channels, and navigate with a touchpad or voice commands. Cast media and mirror your screen for a seamless entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control for multiple TV brands, Screen mirroring and media casting, Voice control for hands-free operation, Touchpad navigation, Favorite channel and app shortcuts, Easy Wi-Fi setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Sale | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Offer | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Special 50% off | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly 50% off | $19.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Sale | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly Special | $39.99 | per year |
| Life Time | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Works with multiple TV brands and models
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to navigate
- 🎯 Convenient remote replacement when physical remote is lost
- 💡 Advanced features like controlling TVs remotely from anywhere
- 🔄 Automatically adapts layout to different TV models

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model ($6.99/week or $25 lifetime)
- 🚫 Requires payment for basic functionality
- 📺 Limited TV brand compatibility despite 'universal' claim
- 🐛 Remote connection issues and disconnections
- 📱 Frequent intrusive ads and app pop-ups

**Reported bugs**

- App disconnects from Fire TV and fails to reconnect at full speed
- Constant pop-up ads interrupt remote functionality
- Subscription charges occur during free trial period
- Duplicate payment attempts after subscription purchase
- Button clicks trigger subscription prompts instead of TV commands

**Requested features**

- Permanent stable connection to Fire TV devices
- Reduce frequency of pop-up advertisements
- Expand TV brand compatibility
- Lower subscription pricing or one-time purchase option
- Easier account cancellation process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProFind Remote free?

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

### Is Universal TV Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ProFind Remote or Universal TV Remote?

Universal TV Remote is rated higher. ProFind Remote averages 3.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Universal TV Remote averages 4.4 from 573 ratings.

### Do ProFind Remote or Universal TV Remote have ads?

Universal TV Remote shows ads; ProFind Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, ProFind Remote or Universal TV Remote?

ProFind Remote ships an update every 15 months, and Universal TV Remote every 11 days. Most recently, ProFind Remote was updated on November 2, 2026 and Universal TV Remote on November 3, 2026.

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