# TV Remote for Smart TVs vs TV Remote

The clearest difference is monetization model: TV Remote for Smart TVs at free with in-app purchases against TV Remote's subscription. TV Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 113). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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 $4.99 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 4.4 for TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 1.1K ratings behind it against 113, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 21% of TV Remote for Smart TVs's written reviews are positive against 33% of TV Remote's.

TV Remote for Smart TVs ships an update fortnightly, TV Remote every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## 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) | **[4.4 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6443671916/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 113 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 21.4% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 125 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.3 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stream Cast TV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566256358) | [SECURE SOFT LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585537099) |

## 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/id6443671916)

Control your smart TV directly from your smartphone. This app automatically detects compatible TVs on your Wi-Fi network and offers most of the key features found on a physical remote for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, Auto-detect TV on Wi-Fi, Works with popular brands, Full remote key features, Subscription options

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Monthly Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Lifetime Purchase | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Responsive app
- 💡 Helpful when TV remote is not working

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription
- 🔒 Bluetooth required for connection
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Pairing device code not working
- Doesn't connect to multiple TVs

**Requested features**

- Free version without subscription
- More features like casting and touch calibration


## 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 4.4 from 1.1K ratings.

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

TV Remote for Smart TVs shows ads; TV Remote does not.

### 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 4 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote for Smart TVs was updated on November 3, 2026 and TV Remote on November 7, 2026.

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