VIDAA vs TV Remote Control Universal +
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VIDAA
Control your VIDAA Smart TV with your phone. This app offers all standard remote functions like power, volume, and channel control. It also allows you to share media and search for content directly on your TV.
- Power On / Off
- Volume Control
- Change Channel
- Share Video / Music / Photo to TV
- Search Content
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Cannot find your TV Remote? The VIDAA Smart Remote App is a convenient and easy way to control any TV in your home which runs the VIDAA Smart TV OS. It provides all of the functions of your TV remote and more. Key Features: - Power On / Off - Volume Control - Change Channel - Share Video / Music / Photo to TV - Search Content The compatibility may vary depending on your TV model number.
TV Remote Control Universal +
Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Control power, volume, channels, and even cast content to the big screen. Enjoy voice control, a built-in keyboard, and customizable themes for an effortless entertainment experience.
- Universal TV remote control
- Screen mirroring and casting
- Voice control for TV
- Built-in keyboard for easy typing
- Quick access to streaming channels
- Customizable themes
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Universal TV Remote – Smart Control for All Your TVs Tired of juggling multiple remotes for every device in your home? Transform your smartphone into a smart, all-in-one remote control for your TV. Whether you're watching your favorite movie, switching between streaming apps, or searching for a show — everything becomes effortless. Our app is built to work with all major smart TV brands, from Roku, Samsung to Chromecast TV, Apple TV, and more. Just connect and take full control of your entertainment. ONE APP - FULL REMOTE CONTROL No more lost remotes or dead batteries. Our full-featured remote gives you everything: - Power on/off your TV - Adjust volume & mute instantly - Change input sources - Navigate menus with smart gestures - Control playback and channel navigation Whether you’re watching cable, streaming films, or casting a video — control it all from your phone. UNIVERSAL TV REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANCED FEATURES: - Quick Access to Streaming Channels: Jump right into your favorite shows and apps with a single tap. Instantly launch popular platforms. No more endless navigation. Just tap and go. - Control with Your Voice: Use your voice to search, switch channels, adjust volume, or open an app. Say it, and let the app do it for you. Perfect for hands-free control or when you're across the room. - Smart Touchpad & Swipe Navigation: Replace clunky buttons with smooth gesture-based control. Swipe to scroll, tap to select — just like using a smart touch controller. Navigating your TV has never been this intuitive. - Built-in Keyboard: Typing on a TV is painful. Use your phone’s keyboard to enter search terms, login info, or type messages — fast and easy, just like texting. - Customizable Smart Themes: Make your remote interface match your style and TV type. Choose from smart layouts designed for better visibility, quick access, and ease of use. - Cast to Your TV: Want to share photos, videos, or web content on your TV? Use the Cast feature to project directly from your phone to the big screen — great for family moments, presentations, or binge nights. - Private Listening (Roku Only): Watching late at night? Use your headphones and stream your TV audio directly to your phone for a private and immersive experience — without disturbing anyone. * Reclaim control of your TV with just one app. Whether you're relaxing on the couch, in bed, or even hosting friends — our Universal TV Remote gives you everything you need at your fingertips. * Download now and experience TV control the smart way. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase while using Universal TV Remote Control App. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. - Subscriptions will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The renewal cost will be charged to your account 24 hours before the end of the current period. - When the subscription is canceled, it will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. - If offered, any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. DISCLAIMER: TV Remote Control Universal is not affiliated with any trademark mentioned. Thanks for downloading our app. If you have any problems with this app, please contact us at: contact.tvsmart@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://smarttvcast-screenmirroring.web.app/policy.html Terms of Service: https://smarttvcast-screenmirroring.web.app/term.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VIDAA at none against TV Remote Control Universal +'s 14. VIDAA also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (40% vs 16%). TV Remote Control Universal +'s advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. TV Remote Control Universal + sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. VIDAA asks for nothing beyond the download.
VIDAA holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 13K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of VIDAA's written reviews are positive against 16% of TV Remote Control Universal +'s.
VIDAA ships an update every 2 months, TV Remote Control Universal + monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VIDAA | TV Remote Control Universal + |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (13K ratings) — better | 4.4 (13K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 39.8% of reviews — better | 15.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 13K — better | 13K |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 175 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | V America Operations Inc. | TVSMART.APP |
Customer experience
VIDAA
TV Remote Control Universal +
User reviews
VIDAA
From 13K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive app
- 💡 Useful remote control functionality
- 🔒 No login required
- 🚀 Fast connection to TV
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with some TVs
- 🐛 App crashes on startup
- 🐛 Unresponsive on certain devices
- 🐛 Inability to add/remove apps
TV Remote Control Universal +
From 13K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Works great as a remote control
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to navigate
- 🔒 Reliable connection to TV
- 💡 Useful backup for lost physical remote
Room to improve
- 🔒 Requires subscription to access basic remote functions
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔍 Lack of free features
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and reconnections required
- 🤖 Aggressive in-app ads and upsells
Bugs and requests
VIDAA
Reported bugs
5 issues- Unable to connect to TV after updates
- App freezes when trying to add new devices
- Volume controls not working as expected
- Screen mirroring feature not functioning
- Frequent app crashes and force closes
Requested features
5 requests- Add support for more streaming apps
- Implement automatic TV reconnection
- Add landscape mode support
- Allow customization of app settings
- Improve overall stability and reliability
TV Remote Control Universal +
Reported bugs
3 issues- App not compatible with certain TV models
- Inability to cancel subscription
- Remote control functions not working as expected
Requested features
3 requests- More free remote control features
- Ability to control TV power and volume without subscription
- Better customer support and communication
In-app purchases
VIDAA
No in-app purchases
TV Remote Control Universal +
- Weekly Premium TV Remote$5.997 Days
- Weekly Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Monthly Upgrade TV Remote$7.991 Month
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- Monthly Upgrade TV Remote$8.991 Month
- Universal Remote Pro | Weekly$9.997 Days
- Universal TV Remote - Monthly$9.991 Month
- Weekly Supper Sale | TV Remote3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Universal Remote Pro | Monthly$18.991 Month
- Yearly Upgrade TV Remote7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Yearly Premium TV Remote$34.991 Year
- Yearly Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Yearly Supper Sale | TV Remote7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Universal TV Remote - Lifetime$44.99
- Lifetime Upgrade TV Remote$49.99
Questions
Is VIDAA free?
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