# TV Remote for Smart TVs vs TV Remote

TV Remote for Smart TVs and TV Remote both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 53% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 21% of TV Remote for Smart TVs's. TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (564 vs 113). TV Remote for Smart TVs's advantage is iOS requirement (14.3 vs 16.2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote for Smart TVs sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and TV Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for TV Remote for Smart TVs against 4.5 for TV Remote. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 113 and 564 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 21% of TV Remote for Smart TVs's written reviews are positive against 53% of TV Remote's.

TV Remote for Smart TVs ships an update fortnightly, TV Remote every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote for Smart TVs | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (113 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-for-smart-tvs/id1572661608/reviews) | **[4.5 (564 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control-plus/id1663632832/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 113 | **564** |
| Positive reviews | 21.4% of reviews | **53.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 125 MB | 144 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.3** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stream Cast TV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566256358) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote for Smart TVs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-for-smart-tvs/id1572661608)

Control your Samsung TV with your phone. Browse content, cast photos and videos, and manage your TV with an intuitive interface. Enjoy seamless navigation and easy sharing.

**Highlights:** Intuitive remote control, Large touchpad, Cast photos & videos, Photo slideshow casting, Favorite channels, Automatic connection

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Life Time | $19.99 | one-time |


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control-plus/id1663632832)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control channels, volume, and apps with a familiar interface. Cast media and mirror your screen for a seamless entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, App launching and navigation, Media casting (photos, videos), Screen mirroring, Control soundbars and consoles, Intuitive interface

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote ◦ Universal Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote ◦ Universal Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart, Universal TV Remote | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $29.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlimited access | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly app
- 🚀 Convenient to use
- ✨ Works well as a remote
- 💡 Useful when remote is broken

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Paywall restricts features
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🤔 Unclear free trial terms

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work with certain TV models
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, etc.)
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add support for more TV brands
- Improve subscription management
- Provide a one-time purchase option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote for Smart TVs free?

TV Remote for Smart TVs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote free?

TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote for Smart TVs or TV Remote?

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote for Smart TVs averages 4.4 out of 5 from 113 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.5 from 564 ratings.

### Do TV Remote for Smart TVs or TV Remote have ads?

Both TV Remote for Smart TVs and TV Remote show ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote for Smart TVs or TV Remote?

TV Remote for Smart TVs ships an update fortnightly, and TV Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote for Smart TVs was updated on November 3, 2026 and TV Remote on November 3, 2026.

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