SmartRemote vs Universal TV Remote
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 TV Remote
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The Ultimate Universal Remote Control for TV Control your Smart TV effortlessly with the ultimate universal remote control for TV. Whether you need a simple remote control for TV or a powerful smart TV remote, this app transforms your iPhone or iPad into the perfect TV controller that works flawlessly with most modern smart TVs on the market. This universal remote app offers a seamless TV control experience that puts a smart TV remote and TV controller right in your pocket. Seamlessly manage your TV control with a single app: adjust volume, switch channels, navigate complex menus, or type search queries with ease. Our app is the smart TV remote designed to simplify your entertainment experience and provide a universal remote solution for all your TV control needs. Download now and unlock full control at your fingertips with this smart TV remote and TV controller app! ◉ 100% FREE & PREMIUM EXPERIENCE: Unlike other apps that force you into expensive subscriptions or interrupt your viewing with ads, our universal remote control for TV is completely free. √ ZERO ADS: Enjoy an uninterrupted, ad-free experience forever. √ NO SUBSCRIPTIONS: No hidden costs, no weekly fees, no premium paywalls. All pro features are unlocked by default. ◉ MAIN FEATURES: √ UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL FOR TV Easily connect your smartphone to your Smart TV over the same Wi-Fi network. Enjoy seamless control with just a few taps using your universal remote control for TV. √ INTUITIVE TOUCHPAD & D-PAD Navigate your TV with a sleek, easy-to-use interface designed to mimic traditional remotes, but upgraded with a highly responsive touchpad, making your TV controller experience smoother than ever. √ FAST ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD Tired of typing letter-by-letter on your standard remote? Use your phone's built-in keyboard for incredibly fast text input and search functions directly from your smart TV remote. √ FULL MEDIA CONTROLS Unlock advanced playback controls such as play, pause, fast forward, rewind, and volume management for a truly personalized TV controller experience. √ SMART AUTO-DISCOVERY & WAKE-ON-LAN The app automatically detects compatible Smart TVs on your local network for instant pairing. It also remembers your last connected device and supports Wake-on-LAN to power on compatible TVs directly from standby mode. Take your TV control to the next level with the universal remote control for TV that combines simplicity, power, and smart TV remote features all in one completely free app. Download now and replace all the plastic remotes in your house! ◉ DISCLAIMER: This application is an independent utility developed by an independent developer. It is designed to be compatible with most modern smart TVs using standard local network protocols. However, it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, certified by, or in any way officially associated with any TV manufacturers or brands. ◉ CONTACT: For app support: support@dhqstore.com Terms of use: https://www.dhqstore.com/terms Privacy policy: https://www.dhqstore.com/policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Universal TV Remote at none against SmartRemote's 3. Universal TV Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown). SmartRemote's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence and iOS requirement 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. Universal TV Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
SmartRemote ships an update every 8 days, Universal TV Remote weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmartRemote | Universal TV Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 10.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | MOBILE ALCHEMY LTD | Quynh Dinh Huu |
In-app purchases
SmartRemote
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Annual Premium$29.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$49.99
Universal TV Remote
No in-app purchases
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