# TV Remote ∙ Universal Control vs Led Light Smart Strip Control

The clearest difference is ads: Led Light Smart Strip Control at none against TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's shown. Led Light Smart Strip Control also leads on review sentiment (20% vs 10%). TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's advantage is ratings volume (33K vs 360). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote ∙ Universal Control sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Led Light Smart Strip Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for TV Remote ∙ Universal Control against 4.5 for Led Light Smart Strip Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote ∙ Universal Control has 33K ratings behind it against 360, 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 20% of Led Light Smart Strip Control's.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote ∙ Universal Control | Led Light Smart Strip Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id1545927900/reviews) | **[4.5 (360 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-smart-strip-control/id6498892454/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 360 |
| Positive reviews | 10.3% of reviews | **20.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 116 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fiision Studio Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/674479868) | [Harper Walker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801901372) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote ∙ Universal Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id1545927900)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote: Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote: Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Universal Remote: Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Universal Remote: Monthly Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Universal Remote: Yearly Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote: Yearly Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote: Yearly Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote: Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### Led Light Smart Strip Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/led-light-smart-strip-control/id6498892454)

Control your smart LED lights with your phone. Sync lights with music, choose from over 150 scenes, or create your own. Select from 16 million colors to set the perfect ambiance for any occasion.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth remote control, Smart LED light integration, Music synchronization, 150+ curated scenes, Custom scene creation, 16 million color selection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LED Music Sync Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Led Light Controller Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Hue LED Light Sync Access | $19.99 | per month |
| LED Lights Control Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote ∙ Universal Control free?

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

### Is Led Light Smart Strip Control free?

Led Light Smart Strip Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or Led Light Smart Strip Control?

Led Light Smart Strip Control is rated higher. TV Remote ∙ Universal Control averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Led Light Smart Strip Control averages 4.5 from 360 ratings.

### Do TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or Led Light Smart Strip Control have ads?

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control shows ads; Led Light Smart Strip Control does not.

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