# Hacker Protection,VPN Security vs TV Remote・Universal Control #1

The clearest difference is update cadence: Hacker Protection,VPN Security at every 6 days against TV Remote・Universal Control #1's monthly. Hacker Protection,VPN Security also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 50%) and ratings volume (12K vs 557). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hacker Protection,VPN Security sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hacker Protection,VPN Security has 12K ratings behind it against 557, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of Hacker Protection,VPN Security's written reviews are positive against 50% of TV Remote・Universal Control #1's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Hacker Protection,VPN Security ships an update every 6 days, TV Remote・Universal Control #1 monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hacker Protection,VPN Security | TV Remote・Universal Control #1 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432/reviews) | **[4.7 (557 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal-control-1/id6478119018/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 557 |
| Positive reviews | **71.1% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Size | 195 MB | 198 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Prime Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1596286116) | [Mihai Turlea](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855548265) |

## What reviewers say

### Hacker Protection,VPN Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432)

This app offers comprehensive security and privacy features to protect your identity, data, and devices from cyber threats. It combines multiple security tools into one solution, including VPN, ID scanning, WiFi protection, and a secure photo vault.

**Highlights:** Phone Protection Score, Secure WiFi Scan, Continuous ID Scan, Message Spam Filter, Safe Photo Vault, VPN with Speed Boost Control, Secure Contacts Backup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MobileCare Suite | $4.99 | per month |
| Special Protection Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Security Scans Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription with Trial | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Special Security Discount Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| All app Premium subscription | $10.99 | per month |
| All App Access monthly. | $10.99 | per month |
| All app subscription for a month. | $12.99 | per month |
| Unlock app's all security features. | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly scans subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly scan + vpn subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Scan + VPN yearly sub without trial | $39.99 | per year |
| All App features with trail | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription All App. | $69.99 | per year |
| All App subscription without trial. | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Provides good security protection
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful security features like dark web scan

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
- 🔋 VPN disconnects frequently
- 🤔 Inaccurate system update notifications
- 😕 Difficulty accessing or viewing reports

**Reported bugs**

- VPN not working as expected
- System update check not functioning properly
- Issues with accessing and viewing security reports

**Requested features**

- Add option to automatically disconnect from risky networks
- Improve email breach resolution process
- Provide more detailed security analytics and reporting
- Integrate with other security/privacy tools


### TV Remote・Universal Control #1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal-control-1/id6478119018)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for your smart TV. Control channels, volume, menus, and use a touchpad or keyboard for easier navigation. Connects instantly via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Universal compatibility with major TV brands, Full remote control functions, Easy Wi-Fi setup, Touchpad and keyboard support, Intuitive user interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote for TV | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control: Smart Remote App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control: Smart Remote App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control Remote + Widgets | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Control + Widgets | $19.99 | per month |
| TV Control Universal Remote | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Control + Widgets | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hacker Protection,VPN Security free?

Hacker Protection,VPN Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote・Universal Control #1 free?

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hacker Protection,VPN Security or TV Remote・Universal Control #1?

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is rated higher. Hacker Protection,VPN Security averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while TV Remote・Universal Control #1 averages 4.7 from 557 ratings.

### Do Hacker Protection,VPN Security or TV Remote・Universal Control #1 have ads?

Neither Hacker Protection,VPN Security nor TV Remote・Universal Control #1 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hacker Protection,VPN Security or TV Remote・Universal Control #1?

Hacker Protection,VPN Security ships an update every 6 days, and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 monthly. Most recently, Hacker Protection,VPN Security was updated on October 27, 2026 and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 on October 21, 2026.

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