Comparison

TV Remote vs Remote for Sаmsung

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

Remote for Sаmsung

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for your Smart TV. Effortlessly manage volume, channels, playback, and launch apps with a simple, intuitive interface. Connect quickly over Wi-Fi for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote
  • Wi-Fi connection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Keyboard input
  • App launcher
  • Volume and channel control
Features
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Remote for Sаmsung: Control TV is a convenient and reliable app that turns your phone into a universal remote for your Samsung Smart TV. Easily adjust volume, change channels, control playback, and launch apps — all from one simple and intuitive interface. Key Features: - Quick Connection: Pair your phone with your TV over Wi-Fi in seconds. - Touchpad Navigation: Smooth and precise menu control with swipe gestures. - Keyboard Input: Type faster for searches and logins using your phone’s keyboard. - App Launcher: Open your favorite TV apps directly from your device. - Simple Design: Clean and user-friendly layout for effortless control. Download Remote for Sаmsung: Control TV today and enjoy seamless control of your Smart TV from your phone. The App offers auto-renewing subscriptions to provide you with unlimited access to all features with no limits while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms of Use https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TBRr5ALoBdt9kfkNykOPe_J3Ow8thENrOiex1p2-IMw/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17maQkaGzLbc_v-zu49GQFCIo7qGKVNiA1gMlKzT25FI/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
Remote for Sаmsung4 screens

Verdict

The call

TV Remote and Remote for Sаmsung both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 63% of Remote for Sаmsung's written reviews are positive against 21% of TV Remote's. Remote for Sаmsung also leads on ads (none vs shown). TV Remote's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ratings volume (633K vs 558). On price, rating and in-app purchases 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 Remote for Sаmsung sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for TV Remote against 4.4 for Remote for Sаmsung. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 633K ratings behind it against 558, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 21% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 63% of Remote for Sаmsung's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update monthly, Remote for Sаmsung every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
TV Remote versus Remote for Sаmsung: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteRemote for Sаmsung
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (633K ratings) — better4.4 (558 ratings)
Positive reviews20.8% of reviews63.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings633K — better558
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#4 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size188 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEVOLLY.APPTalbot Lail

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings616,521 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews4,571 reviews
Positive20.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative76.2%

Remote for Sаmsung

All ratings557 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews205 reviews
Positive63.4%
Neutral8.8%
Negative27.8%

User reviews

TV Remote

From 633K 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

Remote for Sаmsung

From 558 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Convenient remote control
  • 💡 Useful features
  • 🚀 Quick connection
  • 😊 Excellent service

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Subscription required
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🤔 Unexpected charges

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

Remote for Sаmsung

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes during use
  • Unable to connect to TV
  • Subscription automatically renewed

Requested features

4 requests
  • Compatibility with older TVs
  • Free trial period
  • Refund option
  • Improved user interface

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
10 purchases

Remote for Sаmsung

Subscriptions10
  • Cast your media with TV Remote$2.997 Days
  • Cast your media with TV Remote3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Command your TV in a tap!$4.997 Days
Show 7 more
  • Remote for Sаmsung TV3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Command your TV in a tap!$5.997 Days
  • Your smart TV controller!3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Command your TV in a tap!3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Command your TV in a tap!3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Cast your media with TV Remote$19.991 Month
  • Remote for Sаmsung: Control TV3 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote for Sаmsung free?
Remote for Sаmsung is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Remote for Sаmsung?
TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 633K ratings, while Remote for Sаmsung averages 4.4 from 558 ratings.
Do TV Remote or Remote for Sаmsung have ads?
TV Remote shows ads; Remote for Sаmsung does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Remote for Sаmsung?
TV Remote ships an update monthly, and Remote for Sаmsung every 3 months. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on November 8, 2026 and Remote for Sаmsung on November 8, 2026.

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