Comparison

Smart TVs Remote vs Remote Control for most TV

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

Head to head
About

Smart TVs Remote

This application allows users to control their Samsung smart TVs directly from their iPhone or iPad. It offers features like a touchpad for navigation, quick access to apps and channels, and the ability to cast photos and videos. Ensure your device and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network for seamless operation.

Highlights
  • Remote control for Samsung smart TVs
  • Touchpad for easy navigation
  • Quick access to favorite apps/channels
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Wi-Fi network connectivity required
Features
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Smart TV Remote is the best iPhone / iPad application to control your Samsung smart TV. To use this remote control, you must have your iPhone / iPad on the same wifi network as your Samsung smart TV. Smart TV Remote remote works with the following TVs: ◆ Series Q (2017/2020) ◆ Series T (2020) ◆ Series R (2019) ◆ Series N (2018) ◆ Series M (2017) ◆ Series K (2016) ◆ Series F (2013) ◆ Series E (2012) ◆ Series D (2011) ◆ Series C (2010) Features ◆ Remote controls your TV ◆ Touchpad for easy navigation ◆ Quick access to your favorite apps and channels ◆ Cast Photos & Videos Disclaimer This app is not an official Samsung application.

About

Remote Control for most TV

Control your TV and cast media directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app offers a user-friendly interface for channel navigation, volume adjustment, and media playback from a built-in browser. Enjoy seamless integration with popular TV brands.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Photo and video casting
  • Built-in browser video playback
  • User-friendly interface
  • Control channels and volume
Features
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Introducing Remote Control - your ultimate iOS mobile app for seamless TV remote control and media casting. No more struggling with multiple remotes or complicated setups. Effortlessly navigate channels, adjust volume, and control essential functions directly from your iPhone or iPad. Compatible with a wide range of popular TV brands and models, this app ensures a seamless integration with your home entertainment system. With this powerful app, you can effortlessly manage your TV, access essential functions, and enhance your viewing experience. Features: - Photo and Video Casting: cast your favorite photos and videos onto your TV for a more immersive viewing experience. Whether it's reliving cherished memories or sharing moments with friends and family, simply select the media from your device's gallery, tap the casting icon, and watch as your content comes to life on the big screen. Enjoy the convenience of showcasing your media without the need for additional hardware. - Built-in Browser Video Playback: the app also features a built-in browser that allows you to explore the web and play videos directly on your TV. No need to switch between apps or search for content on your TV - simply launch the built-in browser within the Remote Control app, find the video you want to watch, and stream it seamlessly on your TV. Enjoy a wide range of online videos and channels with ease. - User-Friendly Interface: Remote Control boasts a user-friendly interface designed for simplicity and convenience. Effortlessly navigate through intuitive controls and menus, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable user experience. The app is designed to be accessible to users of all ages and technical expertise, making it a versatile tool for anyone looking to enhance their TV viewing and media streaming capabilities. Subscription renewal terms: - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchases. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://tvremotecontrol.neocities.org/apple/tvremote/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://tvremotecontrol.neocities.org/apple/tvremote/terms/

Screenshots

Smart TVs Remote3 screens
Remote Control for most TV3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Smart TVs Remote at free with in-app purchases against Remote Control for most TV's subscription. Smart TVs Remote also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 37%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). Remote Control for most TV's advantage is ads (none vs shown). 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. Smart TVs Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Remote Control for most TV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 Smart TVs Remote against 4.4 for Remote Control for most TV. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 194 and 312 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of Smart TVs Remote's written reviews are positive against 37% of Remote Control for most TV's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Smart TVs Remote versus Remote Control for most TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart TVs RemoteRemote Control for most TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (194 ratings)4.4 (312 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews — better36.8% of reviews
Number of ratings194312 — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTripti KumariAngela Garrett

Customer experience

Smart TVs Remote

All ratings194 ratings
Positive82.5%
Neutral7.7%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative54.5%

Remote Control for most TV

All ratings300 ratings
Positive82.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative11.0%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive36.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative63.2%

Bugs and requests

Smart TVs Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Remote Control for most TV

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Won't connect to TV
  • Doesn't find smart TV
  • Pressing buttons leads to payment prompts
  • App doesn't work without photo permission

Requested features

2 requests
  • Remove subscription requirement for basic functionality
  • Clarify app purpose and required permissions upfront

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Smart TVs Remote

One-time1
  • Premium Version$3.99
3 purchases

Remote Control for most TV

Subscriptions3
  • Smart Mobile TV Controller App$6.997 Days
  • Pro Version3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Control: Play$14.991 Month

Questions

Is Smart TVs Remote free?
Smart TVs Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control for most TV free?
Remote Control for most TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart TVs Remote or Remote Control for most TV?
Remote Control for most TV is rated higher. Smart TVs Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 194 ratings, while Remote Control for most TV averages 4.4 from 312 ratings.
Do Smart TVs Remote or Remote Control for most TV have ads?
Smart TVs Remote shows ads; Remote Control for most TV does not.

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