Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control # vs Noise Reports

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • WiFi TV control
  • Basic remote functions free
  • Premium advanced features
  • App launching
  • Keyboard input
  • Apple Watch and Mac companion controls
Features
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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

About

Noise Reports

Features
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Document noise disturbances with structured, time-stamped reports. This app allows you to record sound levels during noise incidents and generate clear, organized reports that can be shared with property management or condo boards. Designed for residential use, it focuses on helping users document disturbances in a practical and non-confrontational way. Key Features Real-Time Noise Monitoring Measure sound levels and capture peak noise during incidents. Incident Recording Record noise events with timestamps and duration tracking. AI-Generated Reports Automatically generate structured summaries based on recorded data. History & Tracking Keep a record of past incidents for reference and pattern tracking. Simple and Focused Interface Designed for quick use during real-world situations. Important Notes This app is intended for documenting noise disturbances in residential environments. It does not provide legal advice or enforce bylaws. Users are responsible for complying with local laws regarding audio recording. Privacy & Data Audio recordings and related data are stored securely. Data may be retained for a limited period to support report generation and review. Users may request deletion of their data at any time.

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control #4 screens
Noise Reports4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Noise Reports at none against Universal TV Remote Control #'s shown. Universal TV Remote Control #'s advantage is device support (4 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Noise Reports sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Universal TV Remote Control # versus Noise Reports: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control #Noise Reports
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews74.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRemote Sunrise LTDMy Condo Space Inc.

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

Noise Reports

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control #

Subscriptions5
  • Unlock All Features$3.997 Days
  • Smart TV Remote - 1 month$3.991 Month
  • Universal TV Remote - 1 year$9.991 Year
Show 2 more
  • Universal TV Remote - 1 month$9.991 Month
  • Smart TV Remote - 1 year1 Month trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$4.99
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$29.99
3 purchases

Noise Reports

One-time3
  • 5 Report Pack$2.99
  • 10 Report Pack$3.99
  • 15 Report Pack$5.99

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control # free?
Universal TV Remote Control # is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Noise Reports free?
Noise Reports is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Universal TV Remote Control # or Noise Reports have ads?
Universal TV Remote Control # shows ads; Noise Reports does not.

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