# Smart Remote vs Universal Remote Control App

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote Control App at 3.8 against Smart Remote's 2.9. Universal Remote Control App also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Smart Remote's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (585 vs 34). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote Control App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal Remote Control App holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Remote has 585 ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Smart Remote's written reviews are positive against 87% of Universal Remote Control App's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Remote | Universal Remote Control App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (585 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-remote-fire-tv-stick/id1471125130/reviews) | **[3.8 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-app/id1633592287/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **585** | 34 |
| Positive reviews | 69.8% of reviews | **87.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 33 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [BIG WIN LABS S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591059564) | [Olena Oliinyk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1633030177) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-remote-fire-tv-stick/id1471125130)

Control your Fire TV device with your iPhone or iPad. Stream photos and videos directly from your camera roll to your TV. Features include easy remote and media playback controls, app switching, and a keyboard for simplified text input.

**Highlights:** Remote control for Fire TV, Media streaming from camera roll, App and channel switching, Keyboard for text input, Easy media playback controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Version | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick response time
- 💡 Useful for lost remotes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 📵 Requires constant connection

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't connect to Fire TV
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Double charging issues

**Requested features**

- Add volume control
- Improve stability and reliability
- Offer a one-time purchase option


### Universal Remote Control App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-app/id1633592287)

Transform your smartphone into a powerful TV remote. Control channels, volume, and even cast content from your phone to your TV screen. Enjoy a user-friendly interface with realistic tactile feedback for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Multifunctional TV remote, Screen mirroring from phone to TV, Convenient keyboard for searching, Compatible with all TV models, Open video platforms from the app, Realistic tactile feedback

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote Control | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control App | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control App | $10.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Remote free?

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

### Is Universal Remote Control App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Smart Remote or Universal Remote Control App?

Universal Remote Control App is rated higher. Smart Remote averages 2.9 out of 5 from 585 ratings, while Universal Remote Control App averages 3.8 from 34 ratings.

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