# Universal Remote vs Screen Mirroring for iPhone

Universal Remote and Screen Mirroring for iPhone both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Screen Mirroring for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 33% of Universal Remote's. Universal Remote's advantage is ratings volume (7.8K vs 1.5K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 Screen Mirroring for iPhone sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. 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 Screen Mirroring for iPhone. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote has 7.8K ratings behind it against 1.5K, 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 82% of Screen Mirroring for iPhone's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote | Screen Mirroring for iPhone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (7.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id1537510382/reviews) | **[4.4 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-mirroring-for-iphone/id1591177191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.8K** | 1.5K |
| Positive reviews | 32.7% of reviews | **82.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 223 MB | 217 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [UNIVERSAL REMOTE LABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1524909391) | [Free AI Utility Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1660901038) |

## 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


### Screen Mirroring for iPhone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-mirroring-for-iphone/id1591177191)

Easily stream videos, photos, and music from your iPhone or iPad to your smart TV. Enjoy high-quality, lag-free mirroring for presentations or entertainment. Connect seamlessly to streaming devices for a better viewing experience.

**Highlights:** High-quality, zero-delay screen mirroring, Stream web videos, photos, and music, Cast from Camera Roll to TV, HD & 4K quality streaming, Easy connection to Chromecast

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade Once | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick connection
- 💡 Free app with good features
- 🎨 Good quality mirroring
- 🤝 Works well with various devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔇 No audio output to TV
- 🔒 Requires unlocking features through ads or reviews
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate or configure
- 📺 Limited resolution or quality options

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect or mirror to certain TV models
- Inconsistent performance or quality degradation over time
- Paid features not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add option to output audio to TV
- Improve overall stability and reliability
- Provide more customization and control over mirroring settings
- Expand device compatibility beyond Chromecast


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote free?

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

### Is Screen Mirroring for iPhone free?

Screen Mirroring for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal Remote or Screen Mirroring for iPhone?

Screen Mirroring for iPhone is rated higher. Universal Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 7.8K ratings, while Screen Mirroring for iPhone averages 4.4 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Universal Remote or Screen Mirroring for iPhone have ads?

Both Universal Remote and Screen Mirroring for iPhone show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal Remote or Screen Mirroring for iPhone?

Universal Remote ships an update monthly, and Screen Mirroring for iPhone monthly. Most recently, Universal Remote was updated on September 25, 2026 and Screen Mirroring for iPhone on September 24, 2026.

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