# Universal Remote vs Smart TVs Remote

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Universal Remote at 7.8K against Smart TVs Remote's 194. Smart TVs Remote's advantage is review sentiment (45% vs 33%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Smart TVs Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Universal Remote against 4.4 for Smart TVs Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote has 7.8K ratings behind it against 194, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 45% of Smart TVs Remote's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote | Smart TVs Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (7.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id1537510382/reviews) | **[4.4 (194 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tvs-remote/id1558793899/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.8K** | 194 |
| Positive reviews | 32.7% of reviews | **45.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 223 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UNIVERSAL REMOTE LABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1524909391) | [Tripti Kumari](https://appshunter.io/developer/1523421832) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id1537510382)

Control all your smart TVs and streaming devices from your phone. Offers quick navigation, app access, and gesture controls for a seamless remote experience. Compatible with major brands.

**Highlights:** Control smart TVs and streaming devices, Full-featured remote with essential buttons, Channel and volume control, One-tap access to popular apps, Swipe-based gesture controls, Quick WiFi pairing

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 🎨 Seamless pairing with devices
- 💡 Useful as a backup remote

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔌 Unreliable connection to devices
- 📢 Intrusive ads and constant upsells

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to find or connect to TV
- Purchased features not activating
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Restoration of purchases not working

**Requested features**

- Customizable button layout
- Support for more TV brands
- Ability to control smart home devices
- Improved Apple Watch integration


### Smart TVs Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tvs-remote/id1558793899)

This application allows users to control their Samsung smart TVs directly from their iPhone or iPad. It offers features like a touchpad for navigation, quick access to apps and channels, and the ability to cast photos and videos. Ensure your device and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network for seamless operation.

**Highlights:** Remote control for Samsung smart TVs, Touchpad for easy navigation, Quick access to favorite apps/channels, Cast photos and videos, Wi-Fi network connectivity required

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote free?

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

### Is Smart TVs Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Universal Remote or Smart TVs Remote?

Smart TVs Remote is rated higher. Universal Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 7.8K ratings, while Smart TVs Remote averages 4.4 from 194 ratings.

### Do Universal Remote or Smart TVs Remote have ads?

Both Universal Remote and Smart TVs Remote show ads.

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