Comparison

Universal Remote vs Remote LED & Light Controller

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote

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
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Control all your devices in one place — fast, easy, and wireless. Universal Remote Screen Cast lets you control Smart TVs and streaming devices directly from your phone. Compatible with major brands like Samsung, Roku, Sony, Amazon Fire TV and LG, this app offers a seamless remote experience with quick navigation, fast pairing, and simple access to your favorite apps. Key Features: Full-featured remote with all essential buttons Switch channels and control volume with ease One-tap access to popular apps like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, YouTube, and more Swipe-based gesture controls for smooth navigation Quick pairing with Smart TVs connected to the same WiFi network Easy Setup: Ensure your phone and Smart TV are connected to the same WiFi network. Open the app, select your TV, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing process. This universal remote app supports a wide variety of Smart TV brands and models. Disclaimer: This application is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of the mentioned companies. It is not an official product of any brand or its affiliates. Premium Access: • Subscribed user has unlimited access to the remote services. • Unsubscribed user can only use those services with limited quota per day. • User can subscribe one week (USD 3.99) or one month (USD 6.99) auto renewing subscriptions or one year (USD 19.99) auto renewing subscriptions or Lifetime (USD24.99) limited offer. • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of Use: http://uniremotelabs.com/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: http://uniremotelabs.com/privacy-policy For support or feedback, contact us at: support@uniremotelabs.com

About

Remote LED & Light Controller

Control smart RGB LED strips remotely to create custom lighting atmospheres. Adjust colors, brightness, and dynamic effects like flashing or flowing modes. Sync lights with music for an immersive experience.

Highlights
  • Color changing
  • Brightness adjustment
  • Flashing mode
  • Flowing mode
  • Music synchronization
  • Rhythmic flashing
Features
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Experience a new level of lighting versatility with our advanced LED lamp remote control! This innovative app allows you to fill your space with vibrant hues, creating the ideal atmosphere for any event. Whether you're hosting a lively party, enjoying a peaceful evening at home, or sharing a cozy, intimate moment, you can effortlessly tailor the lighting to match your mood. The easy-to-use interface offers precise control, giving you access to a variety of dynamic lighting options and the convenience of managing everything remotely. With just a few taps, you can craft the perfect ambiance by adjusting color, brightness, and mood. Elevate your lighting setup with a perfect balance of simplicity and elegance, enhancing every experience. Key features of the application include: – Color changing to create a unique atmosphere. – Brightness adjustment for perfect lighting. – Flashing mode for a dynamic effect. – Flowing mode for smooth transitions between colors. – Music synchronization, allowing the light to dance to the beat. – Flashing effect in rhythm with the music for unforgettable experiences. Illuminate your world with unprecedented brilliance and let the light shine with our remote control for LED lamps! Subscription Information: – Payment will be debited from your iTunes Account once the purchase is confirmed. – Your account will incur a renewal charge within 24 hours before the current period concludes, at the rate of the chosen plan. – The subscription will renew automatically unless auto-renewal is disabled no less than 24 hours before the end of the current term. – Users can manage their subscriptions, including disabling auto-renewal, in their Account Settings following purchase. Terms of Use: http://surl.li/yevyod Privacy Policy: http://surl.li/hwpicm

Screenshots

Universal Remote4 screens
Remote LED & Light Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Universal Remote at free with in-app purchases against Remote LED & Light Controller's subscription. Universal Remote also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 11%) and ratings volume (7.8K vs 415). Remote LED & Light Controller's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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 Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Remote LED & Light Controller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote LED & Light Controller holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote has 7.8K ratings behind it against 415, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 11% of Remote LED & Light Controller's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Universal Remote versus Remote LED & Light Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal RemoteRemote LED & Light Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (7.8K ratings)4.6 (415 ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.7% of reviews — better11.1% of reviews
Number of ratings7.8K — better415
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size223 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUNIVERSAL REMOTE LABS COMPANY LIMITEDWing Ho

Customer experience

Universal Remote

All ratings7,770 ratings
Positive80.5%
Neutral5.5%
Negative14.1%
Written reviews208 reviews
Positive32.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative62.5%

Remote LED & Light Controller

All ratings415 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral2.7%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

User reviews

Universal Remote

From 7.8K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Remote LED & Light Controller

From 415 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Helps when remote is broken

Room to improve

  • 💸 Pay for everything
  • 💸 Cannot use app without paying
  • 💸 Trial is a trap
  • 💸 Expensive subscription
  • 💸 Money not refunded

Bugs and requests

Universal Remote

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Remote LED & Light Controller

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Paid but doesn't work
  • Cannot get refund
  • App doesn't work

Requested features

3 requests
  • Allow music playback
  • Normal red color option
  • White color option

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Universal Remote

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime Premium$19.99
  • Lifetime$24.99
  • Lifetime Premium$29.99
2 purchases

Remote LED & Light Controller

Subscriptions2
  • Light Control Pro Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Light Control Pro Monthly$19.991 Month

Questions

Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote LED & Light Controller free?
Remote LED & Light Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote or Remote LED & Light Controller?
Remote LED & Light Controller is rated higher. Universal Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 7.8K ratings, while Remote LED & Light Controller averages 4.6 from 415 ratings.
Do Universal Remote or Remote LED & Light Controller have ads?
Universal Remote shows ads; Remote LED & Light Controller does not.

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