# TV Remote vs TV Remote

TV Remote and TV Remote both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 93% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 12% of TV Remote's. TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (15K vs 431). TV Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TV Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 15K ratings behind it against 431, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 12% of TV Remote's.

TV Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, TV Remote every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-smart-tv/id1598795880/reviews)** | [4.5 (431 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id6739025871/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 431 |
| Positive reviews | **92.7% of reviews** | 11.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [君瑛 高](https://appshunter.io/developer/1541563673) | [Vertex Point Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1749498305) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-smart-tv/id1598795880)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Effortlessly control multiple devices, navigate with a touchpad, and use smart text input for searches. Enjoy quick app access and full playback control from your wrist or phone.

**Highlights:** Multi-device control, Smart Wi-Fi detection and pairing, Touchpad navigation, Smart text and voice input, Apple Watch control, One-tap app launching, Full playback control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Annually | $9.99 | per year |
| Croissant | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coffee | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pizza | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well even when remote is lost
- 👍 Convenient remote control on phone
- 🔒 Connects easily to TV
- 💡 Useful backup remote option
- 👍 Free to use all features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 💸 Ads can be intrusive
- 🔍 Difficulty switching between TVs

**Reported bugs**

- Volume controls not working for some users
- App crashing on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add support for Fire TV remote
- Improve TV switching functionality
- Reduce ad frequency


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id6739025871)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Effortlessly control your smart TV, including volume, channels, and input sources. Also offers screen mirroring, casting, and recording capabilities for a comprehensive media experience.

**Highlights:** Smart Remote Control, Easy Screen Recording, One-Click Device Connect, Screen Share to Smart TV, Multi-Platform Screen Sharing

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - 1 week | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - 1 week | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - 1 week | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - 1 year | $35.99 | per year |
| Premium - 1 year | $35.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

TV Remote 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 or TV Remote?

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.7 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.5 from 431 ratings.

### Do TV Remote or TV Remote have ads?

Neither TV Remote nor TV Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote or TV Remote?

TV Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and TV Remote every 5 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on November 12, 2026 and TV Remote on November 12, 2026.

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