Comparison

Universal Remote TV Control · vs Authenticator App

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote TV Control ·

Transform your phone into a universal TV remote. Effortlessly change channels, adjust volume, launch streaming apps, and cast media to your TV. Enjoy seamless control without the need for a physical remote.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Channel and volume adjustment
  • Launch streaming apps
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Voice and keyboard search
  • Compatible with major TV brands
Features
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LOST YOUR TV REMOTE AGAIN? TAKE CONTROL INSTANTLY. Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful universal TV remote in seconds. Change channels, adjust volume, launch Netflix or YouTube, and cast photos or videos directly to your TV. No more searching for remotes. No more dead batteries. Just tap and control. TRUSTED BY MILLIONS • 10M+ downloads • Top 50 in Utilities • 4.8 rating with 50K+ reviews --------------------------------- TAKE CONTROL IN UNDER A MINUTE Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi. The app automatically detects your device. No pairing codes. No complicated setup. Start controlling your TV almost instantly. ONE APP. TOTAL CONTROL. • Change channels instantly • Adjust volume smoothly • Launch streaming apps with one tap • Power on or off supported TVs • Navigate menus faster than a traditional remote Stop switching between remotes. Everything you need is in one place. SEARCH FASTER. WATCH MORE. Typing with a TV remote is frustrating. Use your phone’s keyboard or voice search to find movies and shows in seconds. Spend less time searching and more time watching. CAST AND SHARE ON THE BIG SCREEN Show photos from your gallery. Play videos directly from your phone. Stream music for parties or family nights. Turn any moment into a big-screen experience. COMPATIBLE WITH MOST SMART TV BRANDS - Roku - TCL - Sony - LG Smart TV - Samsung - Android TV - Hisense - Fire TV - Philips - Vizio Join millions of users who replaced their physical remote. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features. Subscription is $6.99 per week. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions can be managed in Account Settings after purchase. Universal Remote TV Control・ is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV brands mentioned. Support: feedback@begamob.com Privacy Policy: https://begamob.com/policy.html Terms of Use: https://begamob.com/termofuse.html

About

Authenticator App

Features
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Protect your accounts with secure 2FA codes, passwords, and private browsing in one app. Authenticator stores and generates two-factor authentication codes for all your online accounts. Keep your data safe with encrypted storage, iCloud backup, Face ID, and Apple Watch support. FEATURES • Generate 2FA codes for all popular services Google, Facebook, Instagram, Microsoft, Amazon, Discord, Dropbox, PayPal, Slack, Shopify, Zoom and thousands more. • Secure encrypted backup All your 2FA codes, passwords, and secret keys are encrypted and safely stored in iCloud. Restore everything on a new device in seconds. • Sync across all Apple devices Your codes automatically sync between iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. • Easy import and export Import 2FA codes from other authenticator apps with QR code or CSV. Export your data anytime. • Password Manager Store passwords in one secure place. Get alerts if your password appears in a data leak. • Password Generator Create strong passwords with custom length, symbols, and numbers. • App Lock Protect the app with Face ID, Touch ID, or a PIN code with auto-lock. • Organize your codes Create folders, use drag and drop, and add custom icons for easier access. Your privacy comes first. All data is encrypted and only you can access it. Privacy Policy: https://novaz.cc/privacy Terms of Use: https://novaz.cc/terms

Screenshots

Universal Remote TV Control ·4 screens
Authenticator App3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator App at none against Universal Remote TV Control ·'s shown. Universal Remote TV Control ·'s advantage is chart position (#27 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Universal Remote TV Control · sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote TV Control · ships an update every 3 weeks, Authenticator App every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Universal Remote TV Control · versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote TV Control ·Authenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (144K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings144K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#27 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size233 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITEDHang Ma

Bugs and requests

Universal Remote TV Control ·

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Subscription issues, unable to cancel
  • Incompatible with certain TV models
  • Buttons/functions not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to turn TV on/off
  • Support for more TV brands
  • Ability to control volume without subscription

Authenticator App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Universal Remote TV Control ·

Subscriptions6
  • Unlock all features - Weekly$3.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro$5.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro3 Days trial4 variants$9.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • TV Remote Control - 1 Week Pro3 Days trial2 variants$14.907 Days
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$26.491 Year
  • Yearly Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year
2 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions2
  • Authenticator Pro - Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Authenticator App - Novaz$89.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal Remote TV Control · free?
Universal Remote TV Control · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Universal Remote TV Control · or Authenticator App have ads?
Universal Remote TV Control · shows ads; Authenticator App does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote TV Control · or Authenticator App?
Universal Remote TV Control · ships an update every 3 weeks, and Authenticator App every 10 days. Most recently, Universal Remote TV Control · was updated on November 8, 2026 and Authenticator App on October 31, 2026.

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