# Remote control for Sky vs Universal TV Remote Control

The clearest difference is rating: Remote control for Sky at 4.1 against Universal TV Remote Control's 3.6. Remote control for Sky also leads on iOS requirement (13.1 vs 15.0). Universal TV Remote Control's advantage is ratings volume (4.1K vs 32) and review sentiment (65% vs 50%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote control for Sky sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Universal TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote control for Sky holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control has 4.1K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Remote control for Sky's written reviews are positive against 65% of Universal TV Remote Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Remote control for Sky ships an update every 4 days, Universal TV Remote Control weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote control for Sky | Universal TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-sky/id1451079366/reviews)** | [3.6 (4.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1492122256/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **4.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.4% of reviews | **65.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 87 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oz Shabbatth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451079365) | [Codematics Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225541389) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote control for Sky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-sky/id1451079366)

Control your Sky devices with this third-party remote app. It offers a user-friendly interface and saves your last remote for quick access. Enjoy a seamless experience without installation.

**Highlights:** Saves last remote, Quick access, No installation required, Easy interface, User-friendly design

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup and installation process
- 🎯 Works like the physical remote control
- 💰 Free to download with optional ad removal
- 🔌 No IR required, works over WiFi
- ⚡ Quick response and minimal delay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Frequent intrusive advertisements
- 🔌 Inconsistent connection issues
- 🔄 App crashes and won't open after updates
- 🔊 Volume button doesn't work
- 💳 Ads persist even after paying for ad-free version

**Reported bugs**

- App won't open or crashes on launch after recent updates
- Cannot find Sky Q box even when on same network
- Manual IP address entry fails to connect
- Up/Down buttons continuously repeat without stopping
- Right arrow button doesn't work for channel navigation

**Requested features**

- Support for Sky Glass and Sky Stream devices
- TV guide and Sky Planner integration
- Voice control functionality
- Improved ad placement to avoid blocking controls
- Accessibility features for visually impaired users


### Universal TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1492122256)

Transform your iPhone into a powerful universal TV remote. Easily control over 100 TV brands without needing your physical remote or dealing with battery issues. Enjoy fast setup and intuitive controls for all your entertainment needs.

**Highlights:** Control 100+ TV brands, Wi-Fi connectivity, Automatic TV discovery, Power, volume, input controls, App access and media playback, Navigation and directional controls

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $89.99 | per year |
| Remove Full Screen Ads | $24.99 | one-time |
| Ad Free Version | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for lost remotes
- 🚀 Convenient remote alternative

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work for some TV brands
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 💸 Too many ads
- 🐛 Connectivity issues

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Buttons don't respond
- Incompatible with certain TV models

**Requested features**

- Support for more TV brands
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Ad-free version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote control for Sky free?

Remote control for Sky is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Universal TV Remote Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Remote control for Sky or Universal TV Remote Control?

Remote control for Sky is rated higher. Remote control for Sky averages 4.1 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control averages 3.6 from 4.1K ratings.

### Do Remote control for Sky or Universal TV Remote Control have ads?

Both Remote control for Sky and Universal TV Remote Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Remote control for Sky or Universal TV Remote Control?

Remote control for Sky ships an update every 4 days, and Universal TV Remote Control weekly. Most recently, Remote control for Sky was updated on September 24, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control on September 25, 2026.

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