Phil vs Android TV Remote Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Phil
Transform your phone into a smart TV remote with a variety of models. Enjoy a fast touchpad, keyboard, and an intuitive interface for seamless control. Your last used remote is saved for instant access.
- Multiple remote models supported
- Quick access to last used remote
- Fast touchpad and keyboard
- Easy-to-use interface
- No installation required
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This app contains the remote models: RM-D1000 RM-627C RC3000E02 RM-L1030 and more Features: * Your last remote will be saved for quick and easy access next time you'll open the app * NO installation, just click and play * FAST touch pad and keyboard for quick swipes and typing * AMAZING design with cool and easy interface Have questions? remote isn't working? Please feel free to contact us on support@os-apps.com
Android TV Remote Control
Control your Android TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate menus, control volume, search with your voice, and use your phone as a touchpad. Quickly open apps and enjoy lag-free control.
- Seamless WiFi connectivity
- Full remote control functions
- Voice search capabilities
- Keyboard input for searches
- Touchpad functionality
- One-click app opening
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Control your Android TV right from your iPhone with this Remote for Android TV — whether you’ve misplaced your remote or just want the convenience of using your mobile device, the Android TV Remote app is here to simplify your experience. Top Features: Seamless Connectivity: Connect your iPhone/iPad and TV with same WiFi network and allow device Discovery when prompted in the app. Full Remote Control: Navigate through your Android TV interface effortlessly—control channels, volume, power, and more. Voice Search: Use voice commands for faster searches on your Android TV. Keyboard Input: Forget the conventional remote keyboard screen! Type directly on your phone for quicker searches and inputs. Touchpad Functionality: Swipe and tap on your phone's screen to control your TV as if you're using a trackpad. Open Apps: Open apps installed on your TV from your phone with a single click. Why Us? Easy Setup: No complicated setup—connect and control within seconds. Universal Compatibility: Supports all popular Android TV models like Sony, Hisense, Philips, TCL, Sanyo, and many more available in the US. Supported Android TV Brands: Sony TV Remote Hisense TV Remote TCL TV Remote Philips TV Remote Onn TV Remote Sharp TV Remote Panasonic TV Remote Insignia TV Remote JVC TV Remote RCA TV Remote Sanyo TV Remote Sceptre TV Remote Element TV Remote Westinghouse TV Remote And many more... Supported Android TV Boxes: NVIDIA Shield TV Remote Xiaomi Mi Box S TV Remote Google Chromecast with Google TV Remote Fire TV Stick 4K TV Remote (Android-based) Ematic TV Box Remote Turewell Android TV Box Remote Mecool KM2 TV Box Remote Dynalink Android TV Box Remote VANKYO TV Box Remote X96 Mini Android TV Box Remote Easytone Android TV Box Remote Bqeel Android TV Box Remote HK1 Max TV Box Remote Tanix TX6 Android TV Box Remote Lag-Free Control: Enjoy smooth, responsive remote control, no matter what you're watching. How It Works: Ensure your iPhone or iPad and Android TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Pair your device with your TV and start controlling instantly! Disclaimer: Codematics is not an affiliated entity of Android, Google, or any other company. This application is not an official product of these entities. The application is developed by Codematics with a focus on enhancing user experience. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Say goodbye to lost remotes, and unlock a more efficient way to enjoy your favorite TV program on Android TV.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Android TV Remote Control at 89% against Phil's 48%. Android TV Remote Control also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). Phil's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (4.7K vs 71). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Phil sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Android TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Phil holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Phil has 4.7K ratings behind it against 71, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 48% of Phil's written reviews are positive against 89% of Android TV Remote Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Phil ships an update fortnightly, Android TV Remote Control weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Phil | Android TV Remote Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (4.7K ratings) — better | 4.2 (71 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 47.5% of reviews | 88.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4.7K — better | 71 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Oz Shabbatth | Codematics Services |
Customer experience
Phil
Android TV Remote Control
User reviews
Phil
From 4.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Works perfectly
- 🚀 Connects quickly
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🔍 Requires location access
- 💸 Too many ads
Android TV Remote Control
From 71 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to download and operate
- 👍 Saves time and works like a charm
- 👍 Perfect app for controlling Android TV functions
- 👍 Saves time and works better than physical remotes
- 👍 Fantastic features and smooth interface
Room to improve
- 🐛 Inutile
- 🐛 تبن
Bugs and requests
Phil
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to connect to TV
- Keeps asking for updated version
- Functionality issues after WiFi disconnect
Requested features
2 requests- Paid ad-free version
- Improved connection stability
Android TV Remote Control
Reported bugs
2 issues- Rileva la tv, ci entri e cerchi di usarlo ma non funziona e nonostante tu provi a cliccare o muovere qualcosa non cambia nulla Lo sto usando per un proiettore con Google chromecast inserito
- تبن
In-app purchases
Phil
- No Ads$3.99
Android TV Remote Control
- Weekly Ad Free Version$1.997 Days
- Monthly Ad Free Version$9.991 Month
- Yearly Ad Free Version$69.991 Year
- Remove Full Screen Ads$49.99
- Ad Free Version$99.99
Questions
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