Comparison

Universal Remote TV Control vs SubWise

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

Control your smart TV from your phone with this app. It offers a full-featured remote experience, allowing you to change channels, adjust volume, navigate menus, and more. Connect via Wi-Fi for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Control TV from iPhone
  • Channel and volume control
  • Menu and playback functions
  • Works with popular brands
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Keyboard input
  • Haptic feedback
Features
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A TV remote always going missing? Or you just can’t stand the very sight of this old-school device anymore? Then you are in the right place—using a remote control app on your phone will save you all these headaches. Universal Remote TV Control brings watching TV to a new level! It’s a handy no-frills application that lets you control a web-connected TV set from your iPhone. The app copies the functionality of the handheld remote and allows you to rule over everything: channels list, volume, menu, info, tools, and other controls (Play/Pause/Stop, etc.). It works with the most popular brands—Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Vizio, TCL, Toshiba, Xfinity, Insignia, Hisense, Element etc.—and supports TV models of different years of production and screen size. The only thing required is to connect your iPhone and your TV device to the same Wifi network—and your touchscreen will turn into a navigation pane with all the functions of the usual remote. FEATURES: • Quick and simple to use: the app serves as the physical remote and is always at hand • Automatic customization: makes things a bit more user-friendly to set up • Haptic feedback: gives this awesome vibration and sense of realism • Nice responsive touchpad: for the aesthetically pleasing look, feel, and touch • Keyboard input: makes TV searching a no-brainer • Works through WIFI: the app automatically detects any TVs on your network for you to control everything smartly with your phone Universal Remote TV Control is a full-featured mobile version of a physical TV remote that makes your life much easier. No need to get up from the couch and go for the remote or firestick or to buy a new one in case you lost it. Sync the app with your device to browse your favorite shows, movies, and programs easily with a phone. Make the most out of technology for your better smarter life! Disclaimer: Universal Remote TV Control is NOT the official application of Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Vizio, TCL, Toshiba, Xfinity, insignia, Hisense, Roku, Fire TV, Element and it is NOT affiliated with or endorsed by these or any other companies. For complete access to all Universal Remote TV Control features, you will need to subscribe to Premium. For Smart TVs / Devices, the only setting required is to connect your phone as well as your Smart TV / Device to the same Wifi network. For IR(Infared) TVs, your phone must have a built-in Infrared (IR) feature for the app to work as a remote control. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Payment will be charged to 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. The cost of the renewal depends on your subscription plan. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal can be turned off in the user’s Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. Privacy Policy: https://remotetv.app/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://remotetv.app/terms-of-use.html

About

SubWise

Features
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Track and manage all your subscriptions in one place — no bank connection required. SubWise helps you stay on top of your recurring expenses with a privacy-first approach. Unlike other subscription managers, SubWise never asks for your bank credentials or financial logins. Your data stays on your device and in your private iCloud account. KEY FEATURES - Dashboard Overview — See your total monthly and yearly spending at a glance - Smart Templates — Add subscriptions instantly from 50+ popular services (Netflix, Spotify, Adobe, and more) - Renewal Reminders — Get notified 1, 3, or 7 days before any subscription renews - Calendar View — See exactly when each subscription is charged on a visual calendar - Multi-Currency — Track subscriptions in 24+ currencies with automatic conversion - Category Tracking — Organize subscriptions into Entertainment, Productivity, Cloud Storage, Health, and more - iCloud Sync — Seamlessly sync across all your Apple devices SUBWISE PRO Upgrade to unlock the full experience: - Unlimited subscriptions (free version includes 5) - Spending insights with trend charts and category breakdowns - Cancellation guides with direct links and step-by-step instructions - Budget tracking and alerts - Home Screen widgets PRIVACY FIRST - No bank connection — ever - All data stored locally and in your private iCloud account - No tracking, no analytics, no data selling - No account creation required Download SubWise today and take control of your subscription spending. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS SubWise Pro is offered as a monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://deathnote.cc/subwise/terms-of-service.html Privacy Policy: https://deathnote.cc/subwise/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Universal Remote TV Control4 screens
SubWise3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Universal Remote TV Control at every 5 weeks against SubWise's every 5 months. Universal Remote TV Control also leads on chart position (#74 vs unranked). On price, ads, 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 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and SubWise sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote TV Control ships an update every 5 weeks, SubWise every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Universal Remote TV Control versus SubWise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote TV ControlSubWise
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (51K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings51K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#74 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDesidari Holding Ltd.杨宏 李

Bugs and requests

Universal Remote TV Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not working after free trial ends
  • Unable to connect to certain TV models
  • Inconsistent performance, often disconnecting

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to turn on TV without physical remote
  • Keyboard support for text input
  • Option to switch between multiple TVs
  • Ability to cancel subscription easily

SubWise

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Universal Remote TV Control

Subscriptions12
  • Universal TV Remote App: 1Week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote App: 1Week$4.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control - Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 9 more
  • TV Remote Control -1 Week Pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote: 1 Month$9.991 Month
  • Universal TV Remote - Pro Pack$14.993 Months
  • Universal TV Remote App3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Smart TV Remote Control: 1Year$29.991 Year
  • Universal TV Remote App: 1Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Universal Remote Control-1Year$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Smart TV Remote-1 Time Payment$49.99
2 purchases

SubWise

Subscriptions2
  • SubWise Pro$0.491 Month
  • SubWise Pro$2.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal Remote TV Control free?
Universal Remote TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SubWise free?
SubWise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Universal Remote TV Control or SubWise have ads?
Neither Universal Remote TV Control nor SubWise shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote TV Control or SubWise?
Universal Remote TV Control ships an update every 5 weeks, and SubWise every 5 months. Most recently, Universal Remote TV Control was updated on October 30, 2026 and SubWise on October 28, 2026.

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