# Universal TV Remote Control # vs Universal Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote Control # at 75% against Universal Remote's 0%. Universal TV Remote Control # also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 2). Universal Remote's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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 Universal Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control # has 1.3K ratings behind it against 2, 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 0% of Universal 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 5 days, Universal Remote every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control # | Universal Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1535056536/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6711354085/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **74.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 152 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) | [Son Nguyen Minh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1715119512) |

## 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


### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6711354085)

Stream media and mirror your phone's screen to a larger display. Control your TV remotely with a simple interface. Enjoy a bigger, better viewing experience for videos and games.

**Highlights:** Cast media to TV, Real-time streaming, TV remote control, Share screen with 1 touch, Quick device search and connect

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $22.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $28.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| LifeTime | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $41.99 | 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 Universal Remote free?

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

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

Universal Remote is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control # averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Universal Remote averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Universal TV Remote Control # shows ads; Universal Remote does not.

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

Universal TV Remote Control # ships an update every 5 days, and Universal Remote every 4 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control # was updated on October 25, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 24, 2026.

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