# Universal TV Remote Control vs Universal TV Remote Control・

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote Control・ at 4.8 against Universal TV Remote Control's 3.6. Universal TV Remote Control・ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (83K vs 4.1K). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote Control・ sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote Control・ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control・ has 83K ratings behind it against 4.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of Universal TV Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 61% of Universal TV Remote Control・'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Universal TV Remote Control ships an update every 2 weeks, Universal TV Remote Control・ weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control | Universal TV Remote Control・ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (4.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1492122256/reviews) | **[4.8 (83K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4.1K | **83K** |
| Positive reviews | **65.1% of reviews** | 61.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#26** |
| Size | 24 MB | 140 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Codematics Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225541389) | [toggle apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782091955) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Universal TV Remote Control・

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058)

**Currently charting:** #26 Top Grossing · Utilities, #27 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Control your TV, streaming device, soundbar, and more from your smartphone. Offers a touchpad, D-pad, keyboard, and media controls for easy device management. Includes step-by-step guides and 24/7 support.

**Highlights:** Power On/Off, Touchpad and D-Pad, Keyboard input, TV Apps Management, Media Player Control, Sound Regulation, Numpad for Channels

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $5.49 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Individual Weekly Pro Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Family Weekly Pro Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Family Weekly Pro Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Individual Yearly Pro Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote for Mobile | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $39.99 | one-time |
| Individual Lifetime - Pro Plan | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast connection and pairing
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 💡 Works with various TV models
- 🙌 Helpful when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription required for basic features
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data collection
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance, random disconnections
- 🙄 Aggressive upselling of premium version

**Reported bugs**

- TV not detected or recognized
- Buttons not functioning as expected
- App crashes or freezes during use

**Requested features**

- Volume control without subscription
- One-time purchase option instead of subscription
- More transparent pricing and feature details


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control free?

Universal TV Remote Control 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 TV Remote Control or Universal TV Remote Control・?

Universal TV Remote Control・ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control averages 3.6 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 from 83K ratings.

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

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control ships an update every 2 weeks, and Universal TV Remote Control・ weekly. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control was updated on October 29, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control・ on October 31, 2026.

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