Comparison

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control vs Screen Mirroring for iPhone

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

Control Samsung, LG, Roku, and Sony smart TVs with your smartphone. This universal remote app allows you to navigate menus, launch channels, and manage your TV settings effortlessly. It supports models from 2012 to the present, transforming your device into a powerful remote.

Highlights
  • Control Samsung, LG, Roku, and Sony TVs
  • Supports models from 2012 to present
  • Launch favorite TV channels
  • Navigate smart TV menus
  • Ad-free premium experience
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a smart TV remote. Control Samsung, LG, Roku, and Sony TVs instantly over Wi-Fi — No setup, extra cables, or hardware needed. Get all the power of a physical remote with instant app shortcuts, channel browsing, keyboard typing, plus photo and video casting. Core Features: • Universal Remote Control for Smart TVs • Auto-detect nearby displays on your Wi-Fi network • Smooth touchpad navigation & fast keyboard input • Instant app shortcuts & switch between your favorite channels • Screen mirroring support • Cast photos and videos directly from your device storage • Works with most smart TVs from 2012 onward Compatibility: Our universal application is compatible with Samsung Tizen TVs, Roku TVs & Roku Streaming devices, LG WebOS TVs, Sony Bravia TVs, TCL TVs, Vizio TVs, and more. Premium Access Unlock: • Unlimited remote control • Casting & mirroring • All premium features • Ad-free experience Available with Weekly, Monthly, Yearly & Lifetime plans. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal at any time by going to your App Store Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, or any other TV brands mentioned. Privacy Policy: https://fiisionstudio.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://fiisionstudio.com/terms-and-conditions/

About

Screen Mirroring for iPhone

Easily stream videos, photos, and music from your iPhone or iPad to your smart TV. Enjoy high-quality, lag-free mirroring for presentations or entertainment. Connect seamlessly to streaming devices for a better viewing experience.

Highlights
  • High-quality, zero-delay screen mirroring
  • Stream web videos, photos, and music
  • Cast from Camera Roll to TV
  • HD & 4K quality streaming
  • Easy connection to Chromecast
Features
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The best Screen Mirroring for iPhone. Stream any web video and your photos, videos & music from your iPhone & iPad to TV! How to Cast? 1. Open the app. 2. Connect to a smart streaming device 3. Select your photo, video, or music 4. Sit back, relax and enjoy the show! Features: • Screen Mirroring in high quality without delay (zero delay). • Making presentation in a business meeting • Stream, Cast to TV with HD & 4k quality • Easy connect to Google Chromecast and control media playing • Cast video, photo, music from Camera Roll to TV. - Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/castfortv/ - Terms of Use https://sites.google.com/view/cast-for-tv-terms

Screenshots

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control4 screens
Screen Mirroring for iPhone4 screens

Verdict

The call

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control and Screen Mirroring for iPhone both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Screen Mirroring for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 10% of TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's. TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's advantage is ratings volume (33K vs 1.5K). On price, rating, 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 ∙ Universal Control sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Screen Mirroring for iPhone sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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 — 4.5 for TV Remote ∙ Universal Control against 4.4 for Screen Mirroring for iPhone. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote ∙ Universal Control has 33K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 10% of TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's written reviews are positive against 82% of Screen Mirroring for iPhone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Screen Mirroring for iPhone monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control versus Screen Mirroring for iPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ∙ Universal ControlScreen Mirroring for iPhone
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (33K ratings) — better4.4 (1.5K ratings)
Positive reviews10.3% of reviews82.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings33K — better1.5K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB217 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFiision Studio Company LimitedFree AI Utility Apps LLC

Customer experience

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

All ratings33,269 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews292 reviews
Positive10.3%
Neutral3.8%
Negative86.0%

Screen Mirroring for iPhone

All ratings1,493 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral5.6%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews1,031 reviews
Positive82.3%
Neutral6.3%
Negative11.4%

User reviews

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

From 33K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Quick and easy to use
  • ⭐ Works well with Samsung TVs
  • 💻 Convenient remote control from phone

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Requires TV remote for initial setup
  • 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and sync issues
  • 📢 Intrusive ads and constant upselling
  • ⚠️ Unreliable and inconsistent performance

Screen Mirroring for iPhone

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Quick connection
  • 💡 Free app with good features
  • 🎨 Good quality mirroring
  • 🤝 Works well with various devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🔇 No audio output to TV
  • 🔒 Requires unlocking features through ads or reviews
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate or configure
  • 📺 Limited resolution or quality options

Bugs and requests

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes or freezes during use
  • Unable to connect to some Samsung TV models
  • Purchased subscription not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to control TV without physical remote
  • More customization options for button layout
  • Improved stability and reliability

Screen Mirroring for iPhone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to connect or mirror to certain TV models
  • Inconsistent performance or quality degradation over time
  • Paid features not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add option to output audio to TV
  • Improve overall stability and reliability
  • Provide more customization and control over mirroring settings
  • Expand device compatibility beyond Chromecast

In-app purchases

10 purchases

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

Subscriptions9
  • Universal Remote: Weekly2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Universal Remote: Monthly$6.991 Month
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  • Monthly Premium$6.991 Month
  • Universal Remote: Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Universal Remote: Monthly Pro$9.991 Month
  • Universal Remote: Yearly Pro$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote: Yearly Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote: Yearly Pro7 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal Remote: Lifetime3 variants$39.99
3 purchases

Screen Mirroring for iPhone

Subscriptions2
  • Upgrade to Premium$5.997 Days
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Upgrade Once$24.99

Questions

Is TV Remote ∙ Universal Control free?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Mirroring for iPhone free?
Screen Mirroring for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or Screen Mirroring for iPhone?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control is rated higher. TV Remote ∙ Universal Control averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Screen Mirroring for iPhone averages 4.4 from 1.5K ratings.
Do TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or Screen Mirroring for iPhone have ads?
Both TV Remote ∙ Universal Control and Screen Mirroring for iPhone show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or Screen Mirroring for iPhone?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and Screen Mirroring for iPhone monthly. Most recently, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control was updated on September 24, 2026 and Screen Mirroring for iPhone on September 24, 2026.

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