# Smart TV Remote Universal vs Stick Master

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Smart TV Remote Universal at 890 against Stick Master's 82. Smart TV Remote Universal also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (18% vs 9%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart TV Remote Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Stick Master sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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 — 3.8 for Smart TV Remote Universal against 3.9 for Stick Master. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart TV Remote Universal has 890 ratings behind it against 82, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 18% of Smart TV Remote Universal's written reviews are positive against 9% of Stick Master's.

Smart TV Remote Universal ships an update every 6 weeks, Stick Master every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart TV Remote Universal | Stick Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (890 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-universal/id1494893176/reviews) | **[3.9 (82 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-master-remote-control/id6736367450/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **890** | 82 |
| Positive reviews | **17.6% of reviews** | 9.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jenni Parkkonen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494893175) | [Miroslav Ciubinidze](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795058472) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart TV Remote Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tv-remote-universal/id1494893176)

Transform your iOS device into a universal TV remote. Control multiple brands like Samsung, LG, and Roku seamlessly over WiFi. Manage power, volume, channels, and more without the clutter of physical remotes.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Supports major TV brands, WiFi connectivity, Power, volume, and channel control, Ad-free premium option, Multiple subscription plans

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Version | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime premium | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great remote app
- 💖 Love this remote
- 👍 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't work
- 📺 Won't connect to TV
- 🙄 Too many ads
- 💩 Terrible app
- 🤬 Waste of time

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on device scan
- Volume controls not working
- Navigation issues

**Requested features**

- Support for more TV brands
- Improve device detection
- Reduce ads


### Stick Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-master-remote-control/id6736367450)

Turn your smartphone into a versatile TV remote. Easily control channels, volume, and navigate menus with a touchpad, joystick, and keyboard. Offers wide compatibility for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Smartphone TV remote, Wide compatibility, Touchpad navigation, Joystick control, Integrated keyboard, Channel and volume adjustment

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stick Master - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Stick Master - Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Better than manufacturer remote
- 👍 Good when it works

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Doesn't work
- ❌ Charges without subscription
- ❌ App ghost
- ❌ Overpriced
- ❌ Paid but still ads

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work
- App asks to buy premium constantly
- App debited money without use
- App doesn't connect to TV
- App shows ads even after payment

**Requested features**

- Need to connect when TV is off
- Need to connect when phone is off


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart TV Remote Universal free?

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

### Is Stick Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Smart TV Remote Universal or Stick Master?

Stick Master is rated higher. Smart TV Remote Universal averages 3.8 out of 5 from 890 ratings, while Stick Master averages 3.9 from 82 ratings.

### Do Smart TV Remote Universal or Stick Master have ads?

Both Smart TV Remote Universal and Stick Master show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart TV Remote Universal or Stick Master?

Smart TV Remote Universal ships an update every 6 weeks, and Stick Master every 3 months. Most recently, Smart TV Remote Universal was updated on November 3, 2026 and Stick Master on November 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*