# Universal Remote vs Universal TV Remote Control 。

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV Remote Control 。 at none against Universal Remote's shown. Universal TV Remote Control 。 also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Universal Remote's advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 41) and review sentiment (18% vs 9%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote Control 。 sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Universal Remote against 4.3 for Universal TV Remote Control 。. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote has 13K ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 18% of Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 9% of Universal TV Remote Control 。's.

Universal Remote ships an update every 2 months, Universal TV Remote Control 。 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote | Universal TV Remote Control 。 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-remote/id1487434765/reviews) | [4.3 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6736705175/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | **17.8% of reviews** | 9.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Plane Cubes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712487303) | [JokDev Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632609652) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-remote/id1487434765)

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Easily control volume, channels, power, and more for compatible Samsung and LG smart TVs over your WiFi network. Offers premium features through a subscription.

**Highlights:** Control smart TVs from your phone, WiFi network connection, Volume, channel, power control, Source and smart function control, Compatible with Samsung and LG TVs

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Start Free Trial | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Pro Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Pro Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Go Pro Universal Remote TV | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Universal remote control
- 💯 Works as advertised
- 🤩 Great app for managing TV

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Doesn't work with some TVs
- 🔍 Requires original remote for setup
- 🤬 Lots of ads
- 🔒 Hard to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App keeps disconnecting from TV
- Doesn't recognize TV or remote commands
- Crashes or freezes during use

**Requested features**

- Add keyboard and mouse support for TV browser
- Improve compatibility with more TV models
- Provide better troubleshooting and support options


### Universal TV Remote Control 。

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6736705175)

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive TV remote. Control major brands wirelessly via Wi-Fi, manage channels, volume, and launch streaming services. Includes an internet speed test and media casting feature.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi TV control, Full remote functionality, Internet speed testing, Cast media to TV, Quick streaming app launch

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

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Promo Week Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $11.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Month Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium Year | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Year Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Year | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Year | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote free?

Universal Remote 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, Universal Remote or Universal TV Remote Control 。?

Universal Remote and Universal TV Remote Control 。 are both rated 4.3 out of 5 on the App Store, from 13K and 41 ratings respectively.

### Do Universal Remote or Universal TV Remote Control 。 have ads?

Universal Remote shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control 。 does not.

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

Universal Remote ships an update every 2 months, and Universal TV Remote Control 。 fortnightly. Most recently, Universal Remote was updated on September 26, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control 。 on September 18, 2026.

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