# Smart Remote for Sam TV vs Universal TV Remote™ Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote™ Control at 49% against Smart Remote for Sam TV's 13%. Universal TV Remote™ Control also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Smart Remote for Sam TV's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Remote for Sam TV sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Universal TV Remote™ Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote™ Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 33K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Smart Remote for Sam TV's written reviews are positive against 49% of Universal TV Remote™ Control's.

Smart Remote for Sam TV ships an update every 3 months, Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Remote for Sam TV | Universal TV Remote™ Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-remote-for-sam-tv/id1561954125/reviews) | **[4.7 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6553976921/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11K | **33K** |
| Positive reviews | 13.4% of reviews | **48.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #128 | **#73** |
| Size | 173 MB | 247 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [EVOLLY.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1422593523) | [SEAMOBI TECH PTE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459370949) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Remote for Sam TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-remote-for-sam-tv/id1561954125)

**Currently charting:** #128 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Control your Samsung TV directly from your smartphone with this comprehensive remote control app. It offers features like auto-detection, a full remote interface, touchpad navigation, and voice search for an enhanced viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Auto detect Samsung TV, Complete remote control, Touchpad navigation, Keyboard input, Voice search, Mirroring functionality

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium. | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium with Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🙂 Excellent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 💰 Requires subscription
- 🤔 Confusing
- 🤯 Scam
- 😡 Unreliable

**Reported bugs**

- Loses purchase history
- Fails to restore purchases
- Disconnects from TV frequently

**Requested features**

- Allow volume control without subscription
- Improve connection stability
- Provide better customer support


### Universal TV Remote™ Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6553976921)

**Currently charting:** #73 Top Grossing · Utilities, #122 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Easily control all your smart TVs, including popular brands like Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV, over Wi-Fi. Navigate channels, adjust volume, use voice search, and even type with a keyboard for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Voice search for shows, On-screen keyboard, Volume and channel control, Turn TV on/off

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Control Weekly V1 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Pro Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control Yearly V1 | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Pro Yearly | $28.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Life Time | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient for busy families
- 💡 Works with multiple devices
- 🚀 Responsive touch controls
- 💡 Voice command feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Unclear cancellation process
- 🐛 Disconnection issues
- 💰 Misleading 'free' claims
- 🔒 Aggressive upselling

**Reported bugs**

- Vibration instead of button response
- Subscription ads pop up frequently

**Requested features**

- Volume control
- Refresh button functionality
- Microphone access without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Remote for Sam TV free?

Smart Remote for Sam TV 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, Smart Remote for Sam TV or Universal TV Remote™ Control?

Universal TV Remote™ Control is rated higher. Smart Remote for Sam TV averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Universal TV Remote™ Control averages 4.7 from 33K ratings.

### Do Smart Remote for Sam TV or Universal TV Remote™ Control have ads?

Both Smart Remote for Sam TV and Universal TV Remote™ Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart Remote for Sam TV or Universal TV Remote™ Control?

Smart Remote for Sam TV ships an update every 3 months, and Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, Smart Remote for Sam TV was updated on October 27, 2026 and Universal TV Remote™ Control on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Smart Remote for Sam TV or Universal TV Remote™ Control?

Smart Remote for Sam TV currently peaks at #128 in the App Store charts, and Universal TV Remote™ Control at #73. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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