Universal TV Remote Control # vs TV Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Universal TV Remote Control #
Control compatible TVs using your iPhone or iPad over WiFi. Offers basic remote functions for free, with advanced features like keyboard input and app launching available through premium upgrades. Supports a wide range of smart TV brands.
- WiFi TV control
- Basic remote functions free
- Premium advanced features
- App launching
- Keyboard input
- Apple Watch and Mac companion controls
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Can't find the remote? Use your iPhone or iPad to control a compatible TV over WiFi. Start with free basic remote buttons, with companion controls on Apple Watch and Mac. CHECK COMPATIBILITY Supports compatible Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, Roku, Hisense and Vizio devices. Experimental support is also available for compatible Philips, Sony and Panasonic TVs, depending on model and firmware. Your phone and TV must be on the same local network. Pairing or enabling network control on your TV may be required. Available buttons and features vary by model. FREE EVERYDAY CONTROL Use the basic keypad for volume, channels, navigation and playback where supported. Basic Apple Watch and widget buttons are also free. Save multiple TVs and organize them by room. TYPE, TAP AND WATCH Premium unlocks keyboard input, app launching, input switching, keypad customization, extended Apple Watch controls and additional Siri Shortcuts on supported devices. Touchpad navigation is available on supported Apple TV, Samsung and LG devices. DIRECT CONNECTION Remote commands are sent over your local network. No TV account is required. IN-APP PURCHASES Choose a lifetime purchase or an auto-renewing subscription where offered. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account when you confirm the purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. DISCLAIMER This is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Apple Inc., Samsung, LG, Google, Amazon, Roku, Hisense, Vizio or any other TV or device manufacturer. Product names, logos and brands belong to their owners and are used only to indicate compatibility. Privacy Policy: https://www.rs.ltd/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.rs.ltd/terms
TV Remote
Control your smart TV using your smartphone. This app supports numerous brands and models, consolidating multiple remotes into one device. Enjoy a simplified TV-watching experience.
- Smart TV control via phone
- Supports wide range of brands
- Eliminates need for multiple remotes
- Easy TV-watching experience
- Compatible with popular brands
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With Universal Remote, you can control your Smart TV with just your phone! This versatile app supports a wide range of TV brands and models, eliminating the need for multiple remote controls. Download Universal Remote today and simplify your TV-watching experience! It works with the most popular brands: - LG - Roku - Samsung - Sony - Philips - Amazon Fire TV - Android TV & Google TV - Hisense - Vizio This application is an independent development, compatible with the mentioned brands or companies, but it is not officially related to or associated with them in any way. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://zap.studio/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.6 against Universal TV Remote Control #'s 4.3. TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (61K vs 1.3K) and chart position (#142 vs unranked). Universal TV Remote Control #'s advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 56%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Universal TV Remote Control # sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 61K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Universal TV Remote Control #'s written reviews are positive against 56% of TV Remote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Universal TV Remote Control # ships an update every 6 days, TV Remote every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Universal TV Remote Control # | TV Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (1.3K ratings) | 4.6 (61K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 74.9% of reviews — better | 56.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | 61K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #142 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 106 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Remote Sunrise LTD | Zap Software Studio BV |
Customer experience
Universal TV Remote Control #
TV Remote
User reviews
Universal TV Remote Control #
From 1.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 💡 Useful remote control features
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🤖 Works with various TV brands
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔍 Difficult to find specific TV models
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
- 🕰️ Slow response times on some devices
- 🔘 Confusing button layout
TV Remote
From 61K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
- 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
- 🚀 Quick connection to TV
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some TV models
- 🐛 Keyboard not working on some TVs
- 🐛 Disconnects frequently
Bugs and requests
Universal TV Remote Control #
Reported bugs
3 issues- Fails to connect to some TV models
- Loses connection randomly
- Volume controls not working properly
Requested features
5 requests- Add more TV brand support
- Improve Apple Watch integration
- Customize button layout and colors
- Implement voice control
- Add keyboard functionality
TV Remote
Reported bugs
3 issues- App force closes when connecting to certain TVs
- Volume controls not working on some TVs
- Remote buttons not responding consistently
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to turn TV on/off
- Improve keyboard functionality
- Expand TV brand compatibility
- Add option to save connected TV
In-app purchases
Universal TV Remote Control #
- Unlock All Features$3.997 Days
- Smart TV Remote - 1 month$3.991 Month
- Universal TV Remote - 1 year$9.991 Year
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- Universal TV Remote - 1 month$9.991 Month
- Smart TV Remote - 1 year1 Month trial$19.991 Year
- Universal TV Remote - lifetime$4.99
- Universal TV Remote - lifetime$29.99
TV Remote
- Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
- Annual Premium$19.991 Year
Questions
Is Universal TV Remote Control # free?
Is TV Remote free?
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