# Pass Book vs Universal Remote · Control  TV

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pass Book at none against Universal Remote · Control  TV's 4. Pass Book also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months) and device support (5 vs 2). Universal Remote · Control  TV's advantage is ratings volume (85 vs 5) and rating (3.6 vs 3.4). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Remote · Control  TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Pass Book asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal Remote · Control  TV holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote · Control  TV has 85 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pass Book ships an update every 2 days, Universal Remote · Control  TV every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pass Book | Universal Remote · Control  TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pass-book-two-factor/id1548925203/reviews) | **[3.6 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-tv/id6499265998/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **85** |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Logan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1322424210) | [AirBeamTV BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1107644798) |

## What reviewers say

### Pass Book

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pass-book-two-factor/id1548925203)

This utility app generates two-factor authentication codes for your accounts. It synchronizes codes across your devices using iCloud and keeps your secrets secure in your device's keychain. The app focuses on simple, private data storage without analytics or tracking.

**Highlights:** Generates two-factor authentication codes, iCloud synchronization across devices, Secure keychain data storage, No analytics or tracking, Simple user interface

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal Remote · Control  TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-tv/id6499265998)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal TV remote. Control a wide range of smart TVs and devices with features like touchpad, keyboard input, and app access. Enjoy a convenient, hassle-free entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Universal TV compatibility, Touchpad and keyboard input, Wi-Fi connectivity, Direct app access on TV, Haptic feedback, Easy setup

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote: Weekly Plan | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote: Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| TV Remote: Yearly Plan | $14.99 | per year |
| Pay Only Once: All Features | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pass Book free?

Pass Book is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Universal Remote · Control  TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pass Book or Universal Remote · Control  TV?

Universal Remote · Control  TV is rated higher. Pass Book averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Universal Remote · Control  TV averages 3.6 from 85 ratings.

### Do Pass Book or Universal Remote · Control  TV have ads?

Neither Pass Book nor Universal Remote · Control  TV shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pass Book or Universal Remote · Control  TV?

Pass Book ships an update every 2 days, and Universal Remote · Control  TV every 2 months. Most recently, Pass Book was updated on October 11, 2026 and Universal Remote · Control  TV on October 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*