# TV Remote vs Remote Universal

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.4 against Remote Universal's 1.0. TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (605K vs 1) and chart position (#5 vs unranked). Remote Universal's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Remote Universal sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 605K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TV Remote ships an update monthly, Remote Universal every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Remote Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (605K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id1539090879/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-universal-tv-control/id6736442926/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **605K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 20.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#5** | — |
| Size | 188 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EVOLLY.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1422593523) | [Security App LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1655677065) |

## 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, #144 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


### Remote Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-universal-tv-control/id6736442926)

Control your smart TVs with a single app, eliminating the need for physical remotes. Manage main functions, adjust settings, and enjoy advanced features for an enhanced viewing experience. Offers premium features like smart home integration and auto-connect.

**Highlights:** Full TV control (on/off, volume, channels), Wide compatibility with popular TV models, User-friendly interface, Manage multiple devices simultaneously, Smart home integration (premium), Auto-connect to paired devices (premium)

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cast Control For Para Any TV | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $83.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Remote Universal free?

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

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

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 605K ratings, while Remote Universal averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Both TV Remote and Remote Universal show ads.

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

TV Remote ships an update monthly, and Remote Universal every 3 days. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on September 26, 2026 and Remote Universal on August 20, 2026.

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