Comparison

VIDAA vs Universal TV Remote Control・

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Power On / Off
  • Volume Control
  • Change Channel
  • Share Video / Music / Photo to TV
  • Search Content
Features
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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.

About

Universal TV Remote Control・

Control your TV, streaming devices, and soundbars from your smartphone. Offers a touchpad, D-pad, keyboard, and media controls for major brands. Easy setup and regular updates ensure compatibility.

Highlights
  • Power On/Off
  • Touchpad and D-Pad
  • Keyboard input
  • TV Apps Management
  • Media Player Control
  • Sound Regulation
  • Numpad for channels
Features
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Do you hate losing your remote control or struggling with a clunky, old-fashioned interface? So do we! That's why we've created a Universal Remote that allows you to control your devices from any major TV brand easily and conveniently. With our app, you can control your TV, streaming device, soundbar and more – all from your smartphone or tablet. Discover Our App's Main Features POWER ON/OFF TOUCHPAD AND D-PAD KEYBOARD TV APPS MANAGEMENT MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL SOUND REGULATION NUMPAD FOR TV CHANNELS And much more to discover! Why Choose Us? *Easy Set-Up* Unlike other remote control apps, our app makes it incredibly simple to connect to most devices without needing a physical remote *Compatibility* Our Universal Remote Control is compatible with devices from all major global and local brands such as Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Vizio, Telefunken, Orange, Sony Bravia, Hitachi, Xiaomi and many more *Innovative UI* We have created a unique touchpad and D-pad combination so that you can choose whether you want to manage your device by swiping or tapping on the touch buttons. The intuitive interface makes it easy to access your most frequently used functions such as sound, number pad, keyboard and media player control. *Guidance And Support* We're here to help! Our app includes step-by-step video guides and a comprehensive FAQ section. If you need further assistance, our friendly support team is available via support@toggleapps.io 24/7. Plus, we regularly update our app to ensure it stays compatible with the latest devices and uses the newest features. Our development team spent months researching and analyzing user feedback to identify the most common problems and popular features of remote controls. We also conducted extensive user testing to ensure that our remote is intuitive for users of all ages and backgrounds. Download now and enjoy one of the best virtual remotes in existence! DISCLAIMER: This application is not affiliated with nor endorsed by any aforementioned brand, and it is not an official product of it or of its affiliates. Available in-app purchases: • 1 week subscription • 12 month subscription • Lifetime access Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase confirmation. Subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://toggleapps.io/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://toggleapps.io/terms.html

Screenshots

VIDAA4 screens
Universal TV Remote Control・4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VIDAA at none against Universal TV Remote Control・'s 20. VIDAA also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Universal TV Remote Control・'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (61% vs 40%). On price, rating, ads 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. Universal TV Remote Control・ sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per 7 days. VIDAA asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for VIDAA against 4.8 for Universal TV Remote Control・. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control・ has 81K ratings behind it against 13K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 40% of VIDAA's written reviews are positive against 61% of Universal TV Remote Control・'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VIDAA ships an update every 2 months, Universal TV Remote Control・ weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
VIDAA versus Universal TV Remote Control・: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVIDAAUniversal TV Remote Control・
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (13K ratings)4.8 (81K ratings) — better
Positive reviews39.8% of reviews61.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13K81K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#31 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB169 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperV America Operations Inc.toggle apps

Customer experience

VIDAA

All ratings12,863 ratings
Positive91.8%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews664 reviews
Positive39.8%
Neutral8.9%
Negative51.4%

Universal TV Remote Control・

All ratings80,525 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews1,442 reviews
Positive61.1%
Neutral5.0%
Negative33.9%

User reviews

VIDAA

From 13K App Store ratings

What 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

Universal TV Remote Control・

From 81K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast connection and pairing
  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 💡 Works with various TV models
  • 🙌 Helpful when remote is lost

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription required for basic features
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data collection
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance, random disconnections
  • 🙄 Aggressive upselling of premium version

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

Universal TV Remote Control・

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • TV not detected or recognized
  • Buttons not functioning as expected
  • App crashes or freezes during use

Requested features

3 requests
  • Volume control without subscription
  • One-time purchase option instead of subscription
  • More transparent pricing and feature details

In-app purchases

None

VIDAA

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control・

Subscriptions10
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$5.497 Days
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 7 more
  • Universal Remote Control PRO2 variants$6.997 Days
  • Individual Weekly Pro Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Family Weekly Pro Plan7 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Family Weekly Pro Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Control PRO2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Individual Yearly Pro Plan$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • TV Remote for MobileFree
  • Lifetime Premium$39.99
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 variants$39.99
Show 1 more
  • Individual Lifetime - Pro Plan$39.99

Questions

Is VIDAA free?
VIDAA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal TV Remote Control・ free?
Universal TV Remote Control・ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, VIDAA or Universal TV Remote Control・?
Universal TV Remote Control・ is rated higher. VIDAA averages 4.7 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 from 81K ratings.
Do VIDAA or Universal TV Remote Control・ have ads?
Neither VIDAA nor Universal TV Remote Control・ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VIDAA or Universal TV Remote Control・?
VIDAA ships an update every 2 months, and Universal TV Remote Control・ weekly. Most recently, VIDAA was updated on September 24, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control・ on September 25, 2026.

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