Comparison

S1 & S2 Speaker Controller vs TV Remote・Universal Control #1

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

Head to head
About

S1 & S2 Speaker Controller

Transform your phone into a powerful speaker controller. Stream music from your library, use your phone as a live microphone for karaoke or presentations, and record and play sound clips on demand. Enjoy enhanced control and functionality for your speakers.

Highlights
  • Stream music from phone library
  • Live microphone functionality
  • Record and play sound clips
  • Volume adjustment
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
Features
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Use your iPhone as a microphone and cast music from your library to your Speaker with ease! Connect our app to your Speakers via Wifi or Bluetooth and play Music from your phone Library. Search through your favorite songs and adjust volume. Use the Live Microphone to amplify your voice, sing karaoke, or lead presentations. Simply speak directly into your phone to broadcast your voice through your speaker. Please note that you should keep your phone & speaker with a certain distance to avoid uncomfortable echo. Record sound clips and play them on demand with the tap of a button. Save clips and play them whenever you wish. Make your Speaker the most powerful and convenient speaker that you've ever had! Premium Subscriptions Terms & Conditions: - Subscribed users have unlimited use of the Remote and access to all of its Premium features, without ads. - Non-subscribed users can use each Premium feature for a limited number of times per day. - Users can subscribe to three different plans: weekly, monthly & yearly auto-renewing subscriptions - Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is disabled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hour prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of Use: http://uniremotelabs.com/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: http://uniremotelabs.com/privacy-policy Any questions? Contact us: support@uniremotelabs.com

About

TV Remote・Universal Control #1

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for your smart TV. Control channels, volume, menus, and use a touchpad or keyboard for easier navigation. Connects instantly via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Universal compatibility with major TV brands
  • Full remote control functions
  • Easy Wi-Fi setup
  • Touchpad and keyboard support
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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TV Remote・Universal Control #1 turns your iPhone into a powerful remote control for your smart TV. No more juggling remotes — control everything from one simple, intuitive app. KEY FEATURES: - Universal Compatibility: Works with major smart TV brands: Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, and more. - Full Remote Control: Change channels, adjust volume, navigate menus, and more. - Easy Setup: Connect instantly via Wi-Fi — no hardware required. - Smart Design: Clean, user-friendly interface with responsive controls. - Touchpad & Keyboard Support: Navigate apps and type faster with built-in tools. Forget about lost remotes. TV Remote・Universal Control #1 puts control back in your hands — anytime, anywhere. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dwHX8ij97IGSWROFs6doWW3OJEKNeGSrtNcCKDqY4Ek/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zhvZj7yiV_SAv50F0100o8qCBxaK4eaCEZwBv8NkTJc/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

S1 & S2 Speaker Controller4 screens
TV Remote・Universal Control #14 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: S1 & S2 Speaker Controller at free with in-app purchases against TV Remote・Universal Control #1's subscription. S1 & S2 Speaker Controller also leads on ratings volume (12K vs 529) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). TV Remote・Universal Control #1's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 14%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. S1 & S2 Speaker Controller sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: S1 & S2 Speaker Controller has 12K ratings behind it against 529, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of S1 & S2 Speaker Controller's written reviews are positive against 50% of TV Remote・Universal Control #1's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
S1 & S2 Speaker Controller versus TV Remote・Universal Control #1: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterS1 & S2 Speaker ControllerTV Remote・Universal Control #1
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (12K ratings)4.7 (529 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12K — better529
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size155 MB198 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUNIVERSAL REMOTE LABS COMPANY LIMITEDMihai Turlea

Customer experience

S1 & S2 Speaker Controller

All ratings12,316 ratings
Positive83.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews301 reviews
Positive14.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative81.1%

TV Remote・Universal Control #1

All ratings527 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.0%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral4.5%
Negative45.5%

Bugs and requests

S1 & S2 Speaker Controller

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes during use
  • Cannot connect to WiFi
  • Volume controls not working

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to play from playlists
  • Support for more music services
  • Better integration with smart home devices

TV Remote・Universal Control #1

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

S1 & S2 Speaker Controller

Subscriptions11
  • Weekly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
Show 8 more
  • Weekly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Nontrial$6.991 Month
  • Monthly Non Trial$11.991 Month
  • Monthly Nontrial 2$12.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$17.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$24.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime Subcription$24.99
  • Lifetime 3$29.99
  • Lifetime Offer$29.99
8 purchases

TV Remote・Universal Control #1

Subscriptions8
  • Universal Remote for TV3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • TV Control: Smart Remote App$5.997 Days
Show 5 more
  • TV Control: Smart Remote App3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • TV Control Remote + Widgets3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal TV Control + Widgets$19.991 Month
  • TV Control Universal Remote$29.991 Year
  • Universal TV Control + Widgets$39.991 Year

Questions

Is S1 & S2 Speaker Controller free?
S1 & S2 Speaker Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote・Universal Control #1 free?
TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, S1 & S2 Speaker Controller or TV Remote・Universal Control #1?
TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is rated higher. S1 & S2 Speaker Controller averages 4.4 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while TV Remote・Universal Control #1 averages 4.7 from 529 ratings.
Do S1 & S2 Speaker Controller or TV Remote・Universal Control #1 have ads?
S1 & S2 Speaker Controller shows ads; TV Remote・Universal Control #1 does not.
Which is updated more often, S1 & S2 Speaker Controller or TV Remote・Universal Control #1?
S1 & S2 Speaker Controller ships an update monthly, and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 monthly. Most recently, S1 & S2 Speaker Controller was updated on September 24, 2026 and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 on September 22, 2026.

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