SmartRemote vs Universal Remote Control・TV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmartRemote
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.
- 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
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Control your Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Fire TV, Xiaomi and Hisense Smart TVs — plus Apple TV, soundbars, set-top boxes and projectors — from one app. No more juggling multiple remotes. TV Remote turns your iPhone or iPad into a powerful universal remote. Discover your TVs automatically on Wi-Fi, tap to connect, and start controlling instantly. NEW IN 3.0: APPLE TV, HOMEKIT & MATTER + A dedicated Apple TV remote with a clean, Apple-style clickpad + Control Apple TV and HomeKit-enabled TVs set up in Apple's Home app + Works with Matter accessories you've added to Apple Home + No IP addresses or pairing codes needed — your devices just appear MORE THAN JUST TVs + Dedicated remotes for soundbars, set-top & cable boxes, and projectors + Organize every device by room and open the right remote in a tap SUPPORTED BRANDS + Samsung Smart TV (2016+) + LG webOS TV + Sony Bravia + Roku TV & Roku players + Amazon Fire TV & Fire TV Stick + Xiaomi Mi TV / Mi Box + Hisense VIDAA TV + Apple TV, HomeKit & Matter TVs FULL REMOTE CONTROL + D-pad navigation with OK/Select + Volume up/down and mute + Channel up/down + Power on/off with Wake-on-LAN + Home, Back, Menu, Source/Input + Number pad for direct channel entry + Media controls: Play, Pause, Rewind, Fast Forward, Stop SMART FEATURES + Touchpad with LG Magic Remote-style mouse control + Type on your phone, text appears on TV + Launch Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video and more + Browse on your phone, watch on your TV + Mirror videos, photos and music to your TV EASY SETUP + Auto-discovers Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi network + Apple TV & HomeKit devices set up through Apple's Home app + Connect by IP address for manual setup + Wake powered-off TVs with Wake-on-LAN + No hub or extra hardware required Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in your Account Settings. Terms & Conditions: https://mobilealchemy.co/terms-of-service.html Privacy Policy: https://mobilealchemy.co/privacy-policy.html
Universal Remote Control・TV
Transform your iPhone into a powerful smart TV remote. Effortlessly control your television, launch apps, and navigate menus over Wi-Fi without needing a physical remote.
- Smart TV control via Wi-Fi
- Automatic TV discovery
- Volume and navigation controls
- Touchpad for precise navigation
- Smart keyboard for text input
- Quick app launching
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Control your Smart TV directly from your iPhone — no physical remote needed and no hassle. Universal Remote TV turns your iPhone into a practical and powerful remote control for your Smart TV. No more searching for a lost remote: simply connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network and start using it in seconds. Compatible with many Smart TV models, including TVs manufactured by companies like Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, AndroidTV, Fire TV, Vizio, and Hisense — one complete solution for your home. Disclaimer: This application is an independent product and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Roku, or any other TV brand mentioned. Whether you want to watch movies and TV shows, open apps, or listen to music, control your TV right from your phone with a simple and intuitive interface. Key features: Automatic discovery of TVs connected to the same Wi-Fi network Volume control, navigation, and main remote buttons Touchpad for fast and precise menu navigation Smart keyboard for easy text input, passwords, and searches Quick launch of apps like Netflix and YouTube Clean, simple, and user-friendly interface Before purchasing, you can check compatibility with your TV and try the main features. Premium: Unlock all features and enjoy the best remote control experience. Available options Weekly subscription Annual subscription Lifetime purchase (one-time payment) Subscription information: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase (or after the free trial period, if available). Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The renewal charge will occur within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Users can manage subscriptions and disable auto-renewal in their App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when a purchase is made. Disclaimer: This application is an independent product and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Roku, or any other TV brand mentioned. Support: support@zentera.io Privacy Policy: https://zentera.io/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://zentera.io/terms-of-use.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote Control・TV at 4.3 against SmartRemote's 3.0. Universal Remote Control・TV also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (10 vs 2). SmartRemote's advantage is review sentiment (10% vs 0%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SmartRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote Control・TV sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Universal Remote Control・TV holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote Control・TV has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 10% of SmartRemote's written reviews are positive against 0% of Universal Remote Control・TV's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
SmartRemote ships an update every 8 days, Universal Remote Control・TV every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmartRemote | Universal Remote Control・TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 4.3 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 10.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 10 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MOBILE ALCHEMY LTD | Zentera Pty Ltd |
Customer experience
SmartRemote
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In-app purchases
SmartRemote
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Annual Premium$29.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$49.99
Universal Remote Control・TV
- Weekly Premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
- Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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- Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
- Annual Premium$24.991 Year
- Annual Premium3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Annual Premium7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$49.99
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