Comparison

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control vs Barbaro

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

Barbaro

Features
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Barbaro es la app para barberos y barberías que quieren tener todo bajo control desde el móvil. GESTIÓN DE CITAS • Calendario por día con vista clara de horarios y citas • Vista semanal en horizontal para ver la semana de un vistazo (ideal en iPad o iPhone en horizontal) • Crear, editar y cancelar citas con un solo toque • Recordatorios por SMS a tus clientes (recordatorio de cita, cancelación, aviso "tu barbero está listo") • Plantillas de SMS personalizables en español e inglés • Lista de espera: añade clientes y programa citas cuando se libere hueco • Citas recurrentes y agrupadas por cliente CLIENTES • Ficha de cada cliente con nombre, teléfono y foto • Historial de citas y servicios • Pagos e ingresos asociados por cliente • Cumpleaños y recordatorios • Sugerencia del último servicio para agilizar la reserva SERVICIOS Y HORARIO • Define tus servicios con nombre, duración y precio • Configura tu horario por día y bloques de descanso • Días libres y franjas no disponibles INGRESOS Y GASTOS • Registro de ingresos por cita (pago al completar) • Propinas extra • Gastos del negocio • Resumen del día: total de citas y total facturado INFORMES Y ESTADÍSTICAS • Estadísticas por día, semana y mes • Clientes más frecuentes y ranking • Exportación de datos y copias de seguridad DISEÑO Y USO • Interfaz en modo oscuro pensada para usar todo el día • Navegación sencilla entre calendario, clientes, ingresos y ajustes • Soporte para varios métodos de pago en el perfil del barbero Barbaro está pensada para barberos independientes y pequeñas barberías que buscan una herramienta clara, rápida y en español. Términos de Uso (EULA): https://www.barbaro.app/terms

Screenshots

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control4 screens
Barbaro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Barbaro at none against TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's shown. TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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 Barbaro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Barbaro every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control versus Barbaro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ∙ Universal ControlBarbaro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (33K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews10.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings33K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFiision Studio Company LimitedIvan Morel

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

Barbaro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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 Pro14 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote: Yearly Pro$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote: Yearly Pro7 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal Remote: Lifetime3 variants$39.99
1 purchases

Barbaro

Subscriptions1
  • Barbaro Mensual7 Days trial$9.991 Month

Questions

Is TV Remote ∙ Universal Control free?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Barbaro free?
Barbaro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or Barbaro have ads?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control shows ads; Barbaro does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or Barbaro?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and Barbaro every 6 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control was updated on October 26, 2026 and Barbaro on October 5, 2026.

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