Comparison

Smart TV Remote Control Plus vs Stick Master

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

Stick Master

Turn your smartphone into a versatile TV remote. Easily control channels, volume, and navigate menus with a touchpad, joystick, and keyboard. Offers wide compatibility for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Smartphone TV remote
  • Wide compatibility
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Joystick control
  • Integrated keyboard
  • Channel and volume adjustment
Features
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Stick Master - Remote Control Transform your smartphone into a stylish remote for your TV with Stick Master! No more hunting for physical remotes—enjoy effortless control right from your pocket. Key Features: - Wide Compatibility:Easily manage and Samsung TVs. Switch channels, adjust the volume, and navigate menus with simplicity. - Touchpad & Joystick Functionality:Use your phone’s screen as a dynamic touchpad or joystick for smooth navigation. - Integrated Keyboard:Quickly type and select channels with the built-in keyboard for instant access. Simplify your TV control experience with Stick Master - Remote Control. Elevate your viewing convenience today! Upgrade to Premium: - No Ads and Limits - Unlimited Control - Touchpad / Keyboard Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription with a 3 days free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. 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 at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. Subscription Options: - Weekly: $3.99 - Lifetime: $24.99 For other currencies, the price corresponds to the same tier on the App Store Pricing Matrix. With Stick Master, control experience will be easier and more enjoyable! Privacy Policy: https://stick-master.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-1251a2f92b8c804a96e6c1d4b48b41da Terms & Conditions: https://stick-master.notion.site/Terms-Conditions-1251a2f92b8c8062962cf05d9121c79a Support: https://stick-master.notion.site/Support-1251a2f92b8c806ea09dd9ee73ebaa55v

Screenshots

Smart TV Remote Control Plus4 screens
Stick Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smart TV Remote Control Plus at 4.5 against Stick Master's 3.9. Smart TV Remote Control Plus also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (20K vs 82). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Smart TV Remote Control Plus sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Stick Master sells 2 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

Smart TV Remote Control Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart TV Remote Control Plus has 20K ratings behind it against 82, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Smart TV Remote Control Plus's written reviews are positive against 9% of Stick Master's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart TV Remote Control Plus ships an update every 2 weeks, Stick Master every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Smart TV Remote Control Plus versus Stick Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart TV Remote Control PlusStick Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (20K ratings) — better3.9 (82 ratings)
Positive reviews24.9% of reviews — better9.1% of reviews
Number of ratings20K — better82
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size191 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDREAMTEAM APPS sp. z o.o.Miroslav Ciubinidze

Customer experience

Smart TV Remote Control Plus

All ratings20,456 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews1,340 reviews
Positive24.9%
Neutral4.8%
Negative70.4%

Stick Master

All ratings82 ratings
Positive73.2%
Neutral1.2%
Negative25.6%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive9.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative90.9%

User reviews

Smart TV Remote Control Plus

From 20K App Store ratings

What 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

Stick Master

From 82 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Better than manufacturer remote
  • 👍 Good when it works

Room to improve

  • ❌ Doesn't work
  • ❌ Charges without subscription
  • ❌ App ghost
  • ❌ Overpriced
  • ❌ Paid but still ads

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

Stick Master

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App doesn't work
  • App asks to buy premium constantly
  • App debited money without use
  • App doesn't connect to TV
  • App shows ads even after payment
Show 4 more
  • Connection error when selecting TV
  • LG remote doesn't work
  • Failed to connect
  • No Russian language support

Requested features

2 requests
  • Need to connect when TV is off
  • Need to connect when phone is off

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Smart TV Remote Control Plus

Subscriptions9
  • 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
2 purchases

Stick Master

Subscriptions1
  • Stick Master - Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
One-time1
  • Stick Master - Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Smart TV Remote Control Plus free?
Smart TV Remote Control Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stick Master free?
Stick Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart TV Remote Control Plus or Stick Master?
Smart TV Remote Control Plus is rated higher. Smart TV Remote Control Plus averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20K ratings, while Stick Master averages 3.9 from 82 ratings.
Do Smart TV Remote Control Plus or Stick Master have ads?
Both Smart TV Remote Control Plus and Stick Master show ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart TV Remote Control Plus or Stick Master?
Smart TV Remote Control Plus ships an update every 2 weeks, and Stick Master every 3 months. Most recently, Smart TV Remote Control Plus was updated on November 5, 2026 and Stick Master on November 4, 2026.

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