Comparison

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control vs DayNook

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

DayNook

Features
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DayNook is the family organiser that does the hard work for you. Instead of manually copying dates and tasks from emails, WhatsApp messages, school newsletters and screenshots, DayNook reads them for you — extracting events, deadlines and to-dos automatically, then putting them somewhere your whole family can see and act on. Always in sync, across the whole family Every event and task lives in one shared space. When something is added, updated or completed, every family member sees it instantly. No more missed messages, no more "did you know about this?" — DayNook keeps everyone on the same page, in real time. How it works Share anything into DayNook — a forwarded school email, a WhatsApp screenshot, a PDF letter or a pasted note. DayNook's AI reads it, pulls out the key information, and suggests events and tasks for you to confirm. One tap and it's in your family planner. RSVP without the faff When an invite comes in, DayNook spots it and gives you Accept and Decline buttons right on the event. Your response is saved and your calendar updated automatically, helping everyone stay up to date. Connected to your calendar DayNook syncs events to Google, Apple or other calendars so nothing lives in a silo. Add an event in DayNook, it appears everywhere. Built for busy parents No complicated setup. Add your family members, connect your calendar, and start sharing things in. DayNook handles the rest. Key features: • AI extraction from emails, WhatsApp, screenshots and PDFs • Shared family planner — always in sync across every family member • Real-time updates so nothing gets missed • RSVP tracking on invites • Google Calendar and Apple Calendar sync • Email forwarding inbox — forward school emails directly in • Assign tasks and tag children by name • "Coming up this week" view for each child on the home screen • Weekly summary notifications • Family activity feed Subscription DayNook Premium is a 6-month auto-renewing subscription with a 1 month free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at the end of the trial unless cancelled at least 24 hours before it ends. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://daynook.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://daynook.app/terms

Screenshots

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control4 screens
DayNook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DayNook at none against TV Remote ∙ Universal Control's shown. DayNook also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 DayNook sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per 6 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ∙ Universal Control ships an update every 3 weeks, DayNook weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control versus DayNook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ∙ Universal ControlDayNook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (33K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews10.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings33K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFiision Studio Company LimitedMARK CHRISTOPHER WINSTANLEY

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

DayNook

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

DayNook

Subscriptions1
  • DayNook Premium1 Month trial$5.996 Months

Questions

Is TV Remote ∙ Universal Control free?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DayNook free?
DayNook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or DayNook have ads?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control shows ads; DayNook does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control or DayNook?
TV Remote ∙ Universal Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and DayNook weekly. Most recently, TV Remote ∙ Universal Control was updated on October 29, 2026 and DayNook on October 24, 2026.

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