# Universal TV Remote Control # vs Bluetouch™

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote Control # at 4.3 against Bluetouch™'s 3.6. Universal TV Remote Control # also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 49%) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). Bluetouch™'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control # sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Bluetouch™ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote Control # holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control # has 1.3K ratings behind it against 169, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Universal TV Remote Control #'s written reviews are positive against 49% of Bluetouch™'s.

Universal TV Remote Control # ships an update every 5 days, Bluetouch™ every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control # | Bluetouch™ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1535056536/reviews)** | [3.6 (169 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetouch/id1622635358/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 169 |
| Positive reviews | **74.9% of reviews** | 48.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 152 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) | [Raymond Jones](https://appshunter.io/developer/1587907738) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control #

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1535056536)

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control power, volume, navigation, and apps across a wide range of brands. Enjoy faster text input and touchpad control, all without needing your physical remote.

**Highlights:** Full-featured remote control (power, volume, navigation), Launch apps directly on supported TVs, Text input via iPhone keyboard, Touchpad navigation, Control from Apple Watch and Home Screen widgets, Supports multiple TV brands and streaming devices

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Features | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart TV Remote - 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $1.99 | one-time |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 💡 Useful remote control features
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🤖 Works with various TV brands

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔍 Difficult to find specific TV models
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
- 🕰️ Slow response times on some devices
- 🔘 Confusing button layout

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to connect to some TV models
- Loses connection randomly
- Volume controls not working properly

**Requested features**

- Add more TV brand support
- Improve Apple Watch integration
- Customize button layout and colors
- Implement voice control
- Add keyboard functionality


### Bluetouch™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetouch/id1622635358)

Transform your device into a wireless Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. Control your computer, smart TV, or other devices with a full keyboard, trackpad, and customizable remote layouts. Effortlessly transfer data and prevent your computer from sleeping.

**Highlights:** Wireless keyboard and trackpad, Multi-touch gestures, Smart typing with swipe and autocompletion, Global language support, QR/barcode data transfer, Customizable remote layouts, Mouse jiggler to prevent sleep

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bundle Subscription (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Bundle Subscription (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Create Combination Keys | $7.99 | one-time |
| Create Custom Layouts | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control # free?

Universal TV Remote Control # is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bluetouch™ free?

Bluetouch™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control # or Bluetouch™?

Universal TV Remote Control # is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control # averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Bluetouch™ averages 3.6 from 169 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control # or Bluetouch™ have ads?

Both Universal TV Remote Control # and Bluetouch™ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control # or Bluetouch™?

Universal TV Remote Control # ships an update every 5 days, and Bluetouch™ every 2 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control # was updated on October 29, 2026 and Bluetouch™ on October 30, 2026.

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