# TV Remote vs Universal Remote TV Control ·

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote TV Control · at 4.7 against TV Remote's 4.4. Universal Remote TV Control · also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 20%). TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (605K vs 137K) and chart position (#5 vs #22). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote TV Control · sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal Remote TV Control · holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 605K and 137K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 38% of Universal Remote TV Control ·'s.

TV Remote ships an update monthly, Universal Remote TV Control · every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Universal Remote TV Control · |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (605K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id1539090879/reviews) | **[4.7 (137K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id1581765635/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **605K** | 137K |
| Positive reviews | 20.3% of reviews | **38.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#5** | #22 |
| Size | 188 MB | 226 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EVOLLY.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1422593523) | [BEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581766117) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id1539090879)

**Currently charting:** #5 Top Free · Utilities, #6 Top Grossing · Utilities, #172 Top Free, #179 Top Grossing (US App Store)

Control your smart TV directly from your phone. Connect via WIFI to manage volume, channels, and navigation with a touchpad and keyboard. Supports major brands like Samsung, Roku, and LG.

**Highlights:** WIFI TV connection, Smart TV detection, Touchpad navigation, Keyboard input, Channel launching, Voice search

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $8.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium. | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Connects easily
- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 🔒 Works with multiple TVs
- 👍 Helpful when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires original remote for setup
- 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔋 Drains phone battery

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't recognize TV
- Power button doesn't work
- Volume controls not functioning

**Requested features**

- Allow remote control without original remote
- Offer more free features
- Improve reliability and stability


### Universal Remote TV Control ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id1581765635)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Grossing · Utilities, #37 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your phone into a universal TV remote. Effortlessly change channels, adjust volume, launch streaming apps, and cast media to your TV. Enjoy a seamless control experience without the hassle of physical remotes.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Volume and channel adjustment, Launch streaming apps, Cast photos and videos, Voice and keyboard search, Supports most smart TV brands

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| One Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 75% off first week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro | $8.90 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Premium - Month Pro | $9.49 | per month |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro | $14.90 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $26.49 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Pack for RokuTV | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Year Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| One Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock all features for life | $29.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Feature | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well when remote is lost
- 👍 Convenient for families

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription to use basic functions
- 🐛 Buggy, disconnects frequently
- 🤑 Expensive, more affordable to buy a new remote
- 🤯 Confusing, unclear about paid features

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues, unable to cancel
- Incompatible with certain TV models
- Buttons/functions not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to turn TV on/off
- Support for more TV brands
- Ability to control volume without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Universal Remote TV Control · free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Universal Remote TV Control ·?

Universal Remote TV Control · is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 605K ratings, while Universal Remote TV Control · averages 4.7 from 137K ratings.

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

Both TV Remote and Universal Remote TV Control · show ads.

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

TV Remote ships an update monthly, and Universal Remote TV Control · every 3 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on September 25, 2026 and Universal Remote TV Control · on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, TV Remote or Universal Remote TV Control ·?

TV Remote currently peaks at #5 in the App Store charts, and Universal Remote TV Control · at #22. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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