# Universal Remote vs Universal All TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Universal All TV Remote at 3.9 against Universal Remote's 1.0. Universal All TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (84 vs 2). Universal Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal All TV Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Universal Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal All TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal All TV Remote has 84 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Universal Remote ships an update monthly, Universal All TV Remote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote | Universal All TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote/id1450053104/reviews) | **[3.9 (84 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-all-tv-remote/id1612026102/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **84** |
| Positive reviews | — | 47.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | +4 | 17+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Heaton Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1076063818) | [Pin Creation Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759292053) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote/id1450053104)

This app functions as an intelligent handheld remote control, offering easy portability and code learning. Users can personalize their remote control panels and share them with friends.

**Highlights:** Intelligent handheld remote control, Easy code learning, Personalized DIY remote panel, One-click sharing of remote panels, Easy to carry and use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal All TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-all-tv-remote/id1612026102)

Control your smart TV and cast media from your phone. This app offers universal remote functionality for all TV brands, including WiFi Direct and IR support. Enjoy features like voice search, screen mirroring, and a smooth touchpad navigation.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, TV cast for web and local media, WiFi Direct and IR support, Voice search functionality, Screen mirroring, Smooth touchpad navigation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AllRemote Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| premium weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| premium monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Quarterly | $11.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $25.99 | per year |
| premium yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| AllRemote Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote free?

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

### Is Universal All TV Remote free?

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

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

Universal All TV Remote is rated higher. Universal Remote averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Universal All TV Remote averages 3.9 from 84 ratings.

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

Universal All TV Remote shows ads; Universal Remote does not.

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

Universal Remote ships an update monthly, and Universal All TV Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Universal Remote was updated on November 1, 2026 and Universal All TV Remote on October 27, 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.*