# Universal TV Remote Control # vs GarageBook

The clearest difference is price: Universal TV Remote Control # at Free against GarageBook's $0.99. Universal TV Remote Control # also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). GarageBook's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence there is nothing between them.

Universal TV Remote Control # is free to download; GarageBook costs $0.99 up front. Universal TV Remote Control # sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. GarageBook asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal TV Remote Control # ships an update every 6 days, GarageBook every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control # | GarageBook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | **[4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id1535056536/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 74.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 106 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) | [Harry Stanford](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572536347) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control #

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

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:** 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 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Universal TV Remote - lifetime | $29.99 | 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


### GarageBook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/garagebook/id6800067991)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control # free?

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

### Is GarageBook free?

GarageBook costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control # ships an update every 6 days, and GarageBook every 4 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control # was updated on November 7, 2026 and GarageBook on October 29, 2026.

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