Comparison

SmartRemote vs Projector Remote .

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

Projector Remote .

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Our app turns your smartphone into a convenient remote for compatible projectors, making it easier to control your viewing experience without searching for a physical remote. Connect your device and access essential projector controls directly from your phone. Adjust settings, navigate through options, and manage your projector from one simple and intuitive interface. Convenient Projector Control Keep the controls you need at your fingertips. Use your smartphone to interact with your compatible projector and avoid switching between devices while watching movies, giving presentations, or using your projector at home. Simple and Easy to Use The app is designed with a straightforward interface that makes projector control accessible and convenient. Quickly access the main functions and manage your device without complicated setup. Presentations & Entertainment Use your phone as a handy controller during presentations, movie nights, home entertainment, or everyday projector use. Stay in control while moving around the room instead of relying on a traditional remote. Key Features • Control compatible projectors from your phone • Convenient remote control interface • Easy access to projector functions • Simple and intuitive controls • Useful for presentations and meetings • Convenient for movies and entertainment • No need to carry an extra physical remote • Quick and easy interaction • Designed for everyday projector use Turn your phone into a practical companion for your projector and enjoy a more convenient way to manage compatible devices. Premium Features Upgrade to Premium to unlock additional features and enhanced functionality. Premium access may include expanded control options and additional tools for a more convenient projector experience. Subscriptions & In-App Purchases The app includes auto-renewable subscriptions: Weekly — $4.99 Monthly — $12.99 Yearly — $39.99 Lifetime Access — $59.99 Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account after purchase confirmation. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your App Store account settings. Compatibility The app is designed to work with compatible projectors. Available features may vary depending on the projector model, connection method, and device capabilities. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C3YmODf3vLZSQQUPEIYMrxhYTgpJyZEitJxF1aAPZ4Y/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SmartRemote4 screens
Projector Remote .4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Projector Remote . at none against SmartRemote's shown. Projector Remote . also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). SmartRemote's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SmartRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Projector Remote . sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartRemote ships an update every 8 days, Projector Remote . every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SmartRemote versus Projector Remote .: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartRemoteProjector Remote .
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews10.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMOBILE ALCHEMY LTDPS 37 PROPERTIES, LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SmartRemote

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Annual Premium$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$49.99
5 purchases

Projector Remote .

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Weekly-Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
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  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is SmartRemote free?
SmartRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Projector Remote . free?
Projector Remote . is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SmartRemote or Projector Remote . have ads?
SmartRemote shows ads; Projector Remote . does not.
Which is updated more often, SmartRemote or Projector Remote .?
SmartRemote ships an update every 8 days, and Projector Remote . every 5 weeks. Most recently, SmartRemote was updated on October 12, 2026 and Projector Remote . on October 8, 2026.

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