Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control # vs Passwords Max

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 #

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
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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

Passwords Max

Features
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Keep Your Digital Life Secure with Passwords Max Passwords Max is a powerful, privacy-focused password manager designed exclusively for iPhone and iPad. Store unlimited passwords with military-grade encryption, all secured behind Face ID or Touch ID. MAXIMUM SECURITY • Military-grade AES-256 encryption • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID) • All data stored locally in iOS Keychain • No cloud sync, no servers, no tracking • Auto-lock protection with customizable timeout POWERFUL FEATURES • Unlimited password storage • 2FA support with built-in TOTP authenticator • QR code scanner for easy 2FA setup • Password strength indicator • Smart search and filtering • Customizable categories with icons • Mass delete for bulk management • Favorites for quick access SEAMLESS IMPORT • One-tap import from Apple Passwords • Import from encrypted backups • Easy CSV import support • Detailed import instructions included SECURE EXPORT • Password-protected encrypted backups • Export your data anytime • Full control over your information BEAUTIFUL DESIGN • Clean, intuitive interface • Dark mode support • Optimized for all iPhone and iPad sizes • Portrait and landscape modes PRIVACY FIRST • Zero data collection • No analytics or tracking • No account required • Your data never leaves your device • Open to security audits BUILT FOR iOS • Native SwiftUI app • Smooth animations • Haptic feedback • Split-screen multitasking on iPad • Keyboard shortcuts support Passwords Max puts you in complete control of your digital security. No subscriptions, no cloud dependencies, no compromises. Download Passwords Max today and experience true password security.

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control #4 screens
Passwords Max4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Universal TV Remote Control # at Free against Passwords Max's $3.99. Universal TV Remote Control # also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Passwords Max's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence 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

Universal TV Remote Control # is free to download; Passwords Max costs $3.99 up front. Universal TV Remote Control # sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Passwords Max asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote Control # ships an update every 5 days, Passwords Max weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Universal TV Remote Control # versus Passwords Max: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control #Passwords Max
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.3 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews74.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size152 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRemote Sunrise LTDMaksim Gerasymenko

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

Passwords Max

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control #

Subscriptions5
  • Unlock All Features7 Days trial$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 year$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$1.99
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$4.99
None

Passwords Max

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control # free?
Universal TV Remote Control # is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Passwords Max free?
Passwords Max costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Universal TV Remote Control # or Passwords Max have ads?
Universal TV Remote Control # shows ads; Passwords Max does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control # or Passwords Max?
Universal TV Remote Control # ships an update every 5 days, and Passwords Max weekly. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control # was updated on October 20, 2026 and Passwords Max on October 5, 2026.

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