Smart TV Remote Control Plus vs TV Remote, Universal Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Smart TV Remote Control Plus
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote control for your smart TV. Easily navigate menus, adjust volume, and change channels using your mobile device over Wi-Fi. Supports a wide range of popular smart TV operating systems and brands.
- Use iPhone/iPad as TV remote
- Supports popular smart TV OS
- Works with 100+ brands
- Auto-detects smart TVs
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- All common remote commands
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Can't find your TV remote control? This app will let you use your iPhone or iPad as a Remote TV Control! Advantagers: - Control compatible smart TVs over your local network. - Works with compatible smart TVs from a range of manufacturers. - Auto Detect smart TV - All TV Remote commands you need - Easy to use All common commands available: Change Volume, Switch Channel, Navigation, Power Off, Menu, Info, Tools etc. You don't have to stay close to TV to make it works because our app works through Wi-Fi 1. Make sure your TV is on since at least 30 sec 2. Phone and TV are connect to the same Wi-Fi (Local) network 3. Your phone is connected to Wi-Fi network Disclaimer: This is an independent app. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV manufacturer. Enjoy and leave your feedback! You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription to get Pro Access. Good to know: The payment will be charged to your iTunes Account when you confirm the purchase. The subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period depend on the selected plan (weekly, monthly, half-annual or annual) unless canceled at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can disable the automatic renewal function at any time by adjusting your account settings. Next subscriptions available: • 1-week subscription - Weekly Pro Access – from US$ 2.99 - Price may change depending on your country • 1-month subscription - Monthly Pro Access – from US$ 4.99 - Price may change depending on your country • 1-year subscription - Yearly Pro Access – from US$ 15.99 - Price may change depending on your country • 1-week subscription with trial - Weekly Pro Access with Trial – from US$ 2.99 - Price may change depending on your country • 1-month subscription with trial - Monthly Pro Access with Trial – from US$ 4.99 - Price may change depending on your country • 1-year subscription with trial - Yearly Pro Access with Trial – from US$ 15.99 - Price may change depending on your country Terms Of Use: https://dreamteam-apps.pl/term_of_use.txt Privacy Policy: https://dreamteam-apps.pl/privacy_policy.txt
TV Remote, Universal Remote
Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control power, volume, channels, and menus for over 1000 TV models worldwide. Simplify your entertainment setup and eliminate the need for multiple physical remotes.
- Universal TV control
- Power on/off
- Volume adjustment
- Channel navigation
- Menu access
- Simple setup
- Wide compatibility
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Universal TV Remote Control App Works with 1000+ Models in Over 100+ Countries! Control your TV effortlessly with just your phone. Simply choose your TV brand and connect in seconds. Say goodbye to your old, cluttered remotes with this all-in-one solution! Remote Troubles? We’ve Got You! - Frustrated with frequent battery replacements? - Tired of constantly searching for your misplaced remote? - Confused by having multiple remotes that all look the same? - Did your pet chew up the remote again? - Is your remote unresponsive or slow? With your phone always within reach, transform it into a universal TV remote and eliminate these problems. Regain control and simplify your daily life! With TV Remote App: - Control power on/off - Adjust volume - Mute with a single tap - Enter channel numbers directly - Navigate channels - Control AV/TV mode - Access your TV menu Why TV Remote Control? - Simple setup – connect to your TV in just one tap - Compatible with almost all TV brands - Intuitive, user-friendly design Please Note This universal remote control for TV is not affiliated with any TV manufacturers included. We Value Your Feedback If your TV brand or model isn’t listed, please reach out. Your input helps us continually improve our app! Subscription Terms & Details - Get unlimited access to all features. - The payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscription may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. - The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. Privacy Policy: https://inston.ltd/privacypolicy.html?pkg=com.inston.tvremote Terms of Use: https://inston.ltd/terms.html?pkg=com.inston.tvremote
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote, Universal Remote at 4.8 against Smart TV Remote Control Plus's 4.5. TV Remote, Universal Remote also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). Smart TV Remote Control Plus's advantage is ratings volume (20K vs 2.9K) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads 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
Both are free to download. Smart TV Remote Control Plus sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and TV Remote, Universal Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
TV Remote, Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart TV Remote Control Plus has 20K ratings behind it against 2.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 25% and 25% positive.
Smart TV Remote Control Plus ships an update every 2 weeks, TV Remote, Universal Remote every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.
| Parameter | Smart TV Remote Control Plus | TV Remote, Universal Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (20K ratings) | 4.8 (2.9K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 24.9% of reviews | 25.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 20K — better | 2.9K |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 191 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DREAMTEAM APPS sp. z o.o. | Inston |
Customer experience
Smart TV Remote Control Plus
TV Remote, Universal Remote
User reviews
Smart TV Remote Control Plus
From 20K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Works well with various TVs
- 💡 Useful for lost remotes
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
- 🔋 Drains device battery
TV Remote, Universal Remote
From 2.9K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🙌 Helpful for finding lost remote
- 💡 Allows room/location customization
Room to improve
- 🤑 Excessive paid features
- 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
- 📺 Compatibility issues with some TV models
- 💤 Frequent ads interrupting usage
Bugs and requests
Smart TV Remote Control Plus
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to enter TV PIN
- Incompatible with certain TV models
- Buttons not working as expected
Requested features
3 requests- Improve connection stability
- Offer free version with limited features
- Add support for more TV brands
TV Remote, Universal Remote
Reported bugs
3 issues- App fails to connect to TV
- Buttons not responding as expected
- Subscription not canceling properly
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to control more TV functions without subscription
- Option to disable ads in free version
- Support for more TV brands and models
In-app purchases
Smart TV Remote Control Plus
- Universal Remote Control Pro7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- 1 Week Premium with Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- 1 Week Premium with Trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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- 1 Week Premium Access2 variants$5.997 Days
- 1 Month Premium with Trial7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- 1 Month Premium Access$9.991 Month
- 1 Year Premium with Trial7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- 1 Year Premium$24.991 Year
- 1 Year Premium$29.991 Year
TV Remote, Universal Remote
- Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
- Pro: Unlock All3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Pro: Full Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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- Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
- Pro: Ultimate Access$12.991 Year
- Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Annual Premium3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Access IPTV Channels - Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$27.99
- Lifetime Premium$32.99
Questions
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