Comparison

TV Remote vs TV Remote, Universal Remote

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

TV Remote, Universal Remote

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control power, volume, channels, and menus for over 1000 TV models worldwide. Simplify your entertainment setup and eliminate the need for multiple physical remotes.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • Power on/off
  • Volume adjustment
  • Channel navigation
  • Menu access
  • Simple setup
  • Wide compatibility
Features
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Universal TV Remote Control App Works with 1000+ Models in Over 100+ Countries! Control your TV effortlessly with just your phone. Simply choose your TV brand and connect in seconds. Say goodbye to your old, cluttered remotes with this all-in-one solution! Remote Troubles? We’ve Got You! - Frustrated with frequent battery replacements? - Tired of constantly searching for your misplaced remote? - Confused by having multiple remotes that all look the same? - Did your pet chew up the remote again? - Is your remote unresponsive or slow? With your phone always within reach, transform it into a universal TV remote and eliminate these problems. Regain control and simplify your daily life! With TV Remote App: - Control power on/off - Adjust volume - Mute with a single tap - Enter channel numbers directly - Navigate channels - Control AV/TV mode - Access your TV menu Why TV Remote Control? - Simple setup – connect to your TV in just one tap - Compatible with almost all TV brands - Intuitive, user-friendly design Please Note This universal remote control for TV is not affiliated with any TV manufacturers included. We Value Your Feedback If your TV brand or model isn’t listed, please reach out. Your input helps us continually improve our app! Subscription Terms & Details - Get unlimited access to all features. - The payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscription may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. - The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. Privacy Policy: https://inston.ltd/privacypolicy.html?pkg=com.inston.tvremote Terms of Use: https://inston.ltd/terms.html?pkg=com.inston.tvremote

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
TV Remote, Universal Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote, Universal Remote at 4.8 against TV Remote's 4.4. TV Remote, Universal Remote also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (628K vs 2.9K) and chart position (#4 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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 TV Remote, Universal Remote sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote, Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 628K ratings behind it against 2.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 26% of TV Remote, Universal Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update monthly, TV Remote, Universal Remote every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote versus TV Remote, Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteTV Remote, Universal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (628K ratings)4.8 (2.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.7% of reviews25.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings628K — better2.9K
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#4 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size188 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEVOLLY.APPInston

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings616,521 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews4,519 reviews
Positive20.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative76.3%

TV Remote, Universal Remote

All ratings2,872 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral1.1%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews189 reviews
Positive25.9%
Neutral3.2%
Negative70.9%

User reviews

TV Remote

From 628K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

TV Remote, Universal Remote

From 2.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🙌 Helpful for finding lost remote
  • 💡 Allows room/location customization

Room to improve

  • 🤑 Excessive paid features
  • 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
  • 📺 Compatibility issues with some TV models
  • 💤 Frequent ads interrupting usage

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

TV Remote, Universal Remote

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App fails to connect to TV
  • Buttons not responding as expected
  • Subscription not canceling properly

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to control more TV functions without subscription
  • Option to disable ads in free version
  • Support for more TV brands and models

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
16 purchases

TV Remote, Universal Remote

Subscriptions11
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Access IPTV Channels - Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Pro: Unlock All3 Days trial$3.997 Days
Show 8 more
  • Pro: Full Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Pro: Ultimate Access$12.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Annual Premium3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Access IPTV Channels - Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Pro: Unlimited Access$24.991 Year
One-time5
  • Lifetime Subscription$6.99
  • Access All Features$6.99
  • Lifetime Pro$27.99
Show 2 more
  • Lifetime Premium$32.99
  • Access IPTV Channel - Lifetime$32.99

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote, Universal Remote free?
TV Remote, Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or TV Remote, Universal Remote?
TV Remote, Universal Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 628K ratings, while TV Remote, Universal Remote averages 4.8 from 2.9K ratings.
Do TV Remote or TV Remote, Universal Remote have ads?
Both TV Remote and TV Remote, Universal Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or TV Remote, Universal Remote?
TV Remote ships an update monthly, and TV Remote, Universal Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 27, 2026 and TV Remote, Universal Remote on October 27, 2026.

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