# Remote TV for Samsung vs SmartRemote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote TV for Samsung at 76% against SmartRemote's 10%. Remote TV for Samsung also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.0) and ads (none vs shown). SmartRemote's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote TV for Samsung sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SmartRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote TV for Samsung holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote TV for Samsung has 45 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Remote TV for Samsung's written reviews are positive against 10% of SmartRemote's.

Remote TV for Samsung ships an update every 2 months, SmartRemote every 8 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote TV for Samsung | SmartRemote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (45 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-tv-for-samsung/id1473916192/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartremote-tv-controller/id1508991736/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **45** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **76.2% of reviews** | 10.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jewelsapps S. L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/953047521) | [MOBILE ALCHEMY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577973502) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote TV for Samsung

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-tv-for-samsung/id1473916192)

Control your Samsung TV with this intuitive app. Easily access all your TV's functions, including channel guides and smart hub apps, from your iPhone or iPad. Customize the remote's appearance to your liking.

**Highlights:** Samsung TV remote control, Channel guide access, Smart Hub app access, Customizable remote design, Quick installation, Samsung Smart Touch controller

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Samsung Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |


### SmartRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartremote-tv-controller/id1508991736)

Control all your Smart TVs from a single app, eliminating the need for multiple remotes. Seamlessly mirror content from your phone and navigate your TV with a touchpad and convenient text entry.

**Highlights:** Effortless Smart TV Control, Mirror Videos, Photos, and Music, Easy Mouse Control with Touchpad, Convenient Text Entry, Volume and Channel Control, Player Controls, Abundance of Menu Options

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote TV for Samsung free?

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

### Is SmartRemote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Remote TV for Samsung or SmartRemote?

Remote TV for Samsung is rated higher. Remote TV for Samsung averages 4.2 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while SmartRemote averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Remote TV for Samsung or SmartRemote have ads?

SmartRemote shows ads; Remote TV for Samsung does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote TV for Samsung or SmartRemote?

Remote TV for Samsung ships an update every 2 months, and SmartRemote every 8 days. Most recently, Remote TV for Samsung was updated on November 3, 2026 and SmartRemote on November 3, 2026.

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