Comparison

Universal TV Remote · Control vs Universal TV, Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote · Control

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote for Smart TVs. Control power, volume, channels, and navigate with ease. Supports text search on popular platforms and connects automatically via Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • Full remote control functions
  • Text search support
  • Automatic Wi-Fi connection
  • Works with major TV brands
  • User-friendly design
  • Ideal for streaming apps
Features
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Turn your phone into a remote for your Smart TV. No extra hardware, no more hunting for the lost remote. Volume, channels, playback and a full navigation pad — all from your iPhone. COMPATIBLE WITH MOST SMART TVs - Major brands including Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Hisense, Vizio, Panasonic, Vestel, Whaleos, Vidaa and Philips TV - Roku, Fire TV, Bravia TV and Google TV streaming devices - Finds your TV on your Wi-Fi network in seconds KEY FEATURES - Full remote — D-pad, OK, back, home, menu and media keys - Volume, channel and power at a tap - Launch your favorite streaming apps instantly - Type with your phone keyboard instead of pecking letter by letter - Send your own photos and videos to the big screen WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT - Connects over Wi-Fi — fast and reliable, no dongle to pair - Clean, simple layout anyone can use - One app for all your TVs and streaming boxes BEFORE YOU DOWNLOAD Requires a Wi-Fi-enabled Smart TV or streaming device connected to the same network as your phone. Not compatible with older TVs that use infrared remotes only. SUPPORT Questions or a TV that won't connect? Email khanhlv.it@gmail.com and we'll help. Universal TV Remote is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any TV manufacturer or streaming service. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Privacy Policy: https://tapfiles.blogspot.com/2019/09/privac-policy.html Terms of Use: https://tapfiles.blogspot.com/2019/09/licensed-application-end-user-license.html

About

Universal TV, Remote Control

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Easily control volume, channels, inputs, and access smart TV apps from a single, intuitive interface. Never lose your remote again.

Highlights
  • Universal TV compatibility
  • Easy Wi-Fi setup
  • Full TV control (volume, channels, inputs)
  • Smart TV app access
  • Multi-TV support
  • Sleek user interface
Features
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Control all your smart TVs in one place!This useful app turns your phone into a universal remote for all the TVs in your home. No more searching for remotes! Features: * Universal Compatibility: Works with all major TV brands and models. * Easy Setup: Select your TV and connect instantly. * Full Control: Adjust volume, change channels, switch inputs, and more. * TV Apps: Easy access to smart tv apps like Spotify, Youtube, Netflix * Sleek User Interface: Modern design with fast and easy navigation. * Wi-Fi Connection: Control devices on the same Wi-Fi network instantly. Why TV Remote: Universal Control? * Always With You: Your phone is always by your side, so no need to look for a remote. * Simple to Use: Quickly control your TV with an intuitive user interface. * Multi-TV Support: Control multiple TVs in different rooms from one device. * Constant Updates: The app is continuously updated with new features and improvements. DISCLAIMERThis app is not affiliated with any official remote control brands. All brand names and logos are trademarks of their respective owners. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION:Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. The cost of the renewal depends on your subscription plan. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal can be turned off in the user’s Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. Privacy Policy: https://rokutvapp.com/privacy PolicyTerm of use: https://rokutvapp.com/termOfUse

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote · Control4 screens
Universal TV, Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV, Remote Control at none against Universal TV Remote · Control's shown. Universal TV Remote · Control's advantage is review sentiment (35% vs 16%) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. Universal TV Remote · Control sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Universal TV, Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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 — 4.4 for Universal TV Remote · Control against 4.3 for Universal TV, Remote Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 762 and 1.3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Universal TV Remote · Control's written reviews are positive against 16% of Universal TV, Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote · Control ships an update every 9 days, Universal TV, Remote Control monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Universal TV Remote · Control versus Universal TV, Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote · ControlUniversal TV, Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (762 ratings) — better4.3 (1.3K ratings)
Positive reviews34.5% of reviews — better16.2% of reviews
Number of ratings7621.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size163 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKhanh LeArc Global

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote · Control

All ratings762 ratings
Positive85.4%
Neutral4.3%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive34.5%
Neutral1.8%
Negative63.6%

Universal TV, Remote Control

All ratings1,052 ratings
Positive80.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive16.2%
Neutral5.4%
Negative78.4%

User reviews

Universal TV Remote · Control

From 762 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Helpful for lost remotes
  • 💡 Useful for controlling TV when parents are watching

Room to improve

  • 💰 Paywall for basic functionality
  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and freezing
  • 📺 Excessive ads interrupting usage
  • 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

Universal TV, Remote Control

From 1.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Stable and functional
  • 🤩 Perfect remote control

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🚫 Difficult to use
  • 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
  • 🚫 Scam/false charges

Bugs and requests

Universal TV Remote · Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Doesn't work with many TV models
  • Crashes frequently
  • Fails to connect to TV

Requested features

3 requests
  • Reduce number of ads
  • Improve stability and reliability
  • Add option to cancel subscription easily

Universal TV, Remote Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Can't connect to TV
  • Subscription issues (unable to cancel, false charges)
  • App freezes/crashes

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add streaming app icons to remote
  • More robust features beyond basic navigation

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Universal TV Remote · Control

Subscriptions5
  • Universal Remote TV‪ - Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Universal Remote TV‪ - Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal Remote TV‪ - Monthly$12.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Universal Remote TV‪ - Yearly$19.991 Year
  • Universal Remote TV‪ - Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal Remote - Lifetime$44.99
4 purchases

Universal TV, Remote Control

Subscriptions4
  • Remote PRO Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Remote Control Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Remote PRO Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 1 more
  • Remote PRO Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote · Control free?
Universal TV Remote · Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV, Remote Control free?
Universal TV, Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote · Control or Universal TV, Remote Control?
Universal TV Remote · Control is rated higher. Universal TV Remote · Control averages 4.4 out of 5 from 762 ratings, while Universal TV, Remote Control averages 4.3 from 1.3K ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote · Control or Universal TV, Remote Control have ads?
Universal TV Remote · Control shows ads; Universal TV, Remote Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote · Control or Universal TV, Remote Control?
Universal TV Remote · Control ships an update every 9 days, and Universal TV, Remote Control monthly. Most recently, Universal TV Remote · Control was updated on September 22, 2026 and Universal TV, Remote Control on September 21, 2026.

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