Comparison

TV Remote vs Smart TV Remote Samsung

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

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
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TV Remote is the ultimate solution for controlling your Smart TV from the comfort of your phone. With its easy-to-use interface and compatibility with various TV brands such as Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, FireTV, AndroidTV, Vizio, and Hisense, this app lets you take charge of your TV viewing experience. You can connect your device to your TV via WIFI, and enjoy full control of your TV functions, including volume, channels, input sources, and more, right from your mobile device. Whether you're watching a movie, playing games, or simply relaxing, the app makes it easy to manage your TV, no matter where you are. Try it today and discover a whole new level of TV control. Main features: * Automatically detects Smart TVs on the same WIFI network * Works with most popular TV brands * Large touchpad for easy menu and content navigation * Launch channels directly from the app * Fast and simple keyboard input * Voice search for hands-free control *** Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features*** You can choose one-time payment or a yearly subscription. (with 3-day free trial) a monthly subscription a weekly subscription – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – 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. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, or any other TV brands listed above. Privacy: https://evolly.app/privacy-policy/ Terms: https://evolly.app/terms-of-service/

About

Smart TV Remote Samsung

Control your Samsung Smart TV using your phone over WiFi. Features include a touchpad, channel/volume control, and a built-in keyboard for easier typing. Enjoy a convenient and efficient smart home experience.

Highlights
  • WiFi connection required
  • Portable touchpad
  • Channel and volume control
  • Built-in keyboard
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Infrared remote controls are no longer needed: All you need is a WiFi connection at home to use the Smart Samsung TV Remote to conveniently control Samsung Smart TV. Free Samsung TV Remote's primary functions and benefits are as follows: - Wi-Fi connection only; no infrared equipment necessary - Free Portable Touchpad - Channel & volume switching - Built-in keyboard that makes typing way much easier; - Beautiful user interface and concise instructions Free & Smart Samsung TV Remote Control with Wi-Fi has powerful features and suitable for every smart home, more efficient and more convenient! Privacy Policy: https://www.soul-apps.com/iosPrivacyPolicy.html Terms of Use: https://www.soul-apps.com/iostermsofuse.html

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
Smart TV Remote Samsung4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smart TV Remote Samsung at 5.0 against TV Remote's 4.4. TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (605K vs 3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Smart TV Remote Samsung sells 6 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

Smart TV Remote Samsung holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 605K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update monthly, Smart TV Remote Samsung every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote versus Smart TV Remote Samsung: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteSmart TV Remote Samsung
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (605K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.3% of reviews
Number of ratings605K — better3
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#5 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size188 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEVOLLY.APPPin Creation Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings604,789 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews4,222 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative76.6%

Smart TV Remote Samsung

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

TV Remote

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App doesn't recognize TV
  • Power button doesn't work
  • Volume controls not functioning

Requested features

3 requests
  • Allow remote control without original remote
  • Offer more free features
  • Improve reliability and stability

Smart TV Remote Samsung

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
  • Annual Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium.$44.99
6 purchases

Smart TV Remote Samsung

Subscriptions4
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Quarterly$9.993 Months
  • Premium Yearly$24.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Sam Premium Lifetime$29.99
  • Premium Lifetime$34.99

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart TV Remote Samsung free?
Smart TV Remote Samsung is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Smart TV Remote Samsung?
Smart TV Remote Samsung is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 605K ratings, while Smart TV Remote Samsung averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do TV Remote or Smart TV Remote Samsung have ads?
Both TV Remote and Smart TV Remote Samsung show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Smart TV Remote Samsung?
TV Remote ships an update monthly, and Smart TV Remote Samsung every 4 months. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on September 24, 2026 and Smart TV Remote Samsung on August 14, 2026.

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