Comparison

QR vs TVPal

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

Head to head
About

QR

Features
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The best application to read QR code and be ready to access thousands of URLs and websites in seconds. With the ability to view search history and access previous links again.

About

TVPal

Control all your smart TVs with a single, elegant interface. This app offers seamless setup, advanced features like a triple-mode touchpad and voice commands, and integrates deeply with your iPhone. Enjoy a clutter-free and premium remote experience without ads.

Highlights
  • Universal smart TV compatibility
  • Zero-setup automatic network discovery
  • Advanced direct pairing with keyboard and app launching
  • Triple-mode touchpad with iPod-style scrubbing
  • Smart AI voice commands and Siri Shortcuts
  • On-device voice recognition for privacy
  • Ad-free experience with customizable themes
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One Remote. No Clutter. Just Magic. Stop hunting for lost remotes or struggling with clunky, ad-filled apps. TVPal is the premium, universal smart TV remote built exclusively for iOS. Designed with Apple's high-standards "Liquid Glass" aesthetic, TVPal feels like a native part of your iPhone—fast, fluid, and remarkably simple. THE LAST REMOTE YOU'LL EVER NEED TVPal replaces your physical remotes with a single, elegant interface. Designed specifically for the modern home, TVPal connects instantly to any compatible Smart TV on your network. Universal Compatibility: Full support for all major Smart TV platforms and operating systems. Zero Setup: TVPal automatically discovers your TVs on the local network. No IP addresses, no hassle. Advanced Direct Pairing: Unlock the full power of your TV—including keyboard entry and app launching—with secure, one-tap pairing. DESIGNED FOR EYES-UP CONTROL We built TVPal so you can keep your eyes on the movie, not your phone. Triple-Mode Touchpad: A massive, tactile surface that adapts to how you watch — tap, swipe, or scrub. iPod-Style Scrubbing: Use the optional scrub-ring to fast-forward or rewind with satisfying haptic feedback. Input Mode Switching: One tap swaps the touchpad for a full iOS keyboard or numpad — total control, exactly when you need it. INTEGRATED INTO YOUR iPHONE TVPal isn't just an app; it's a system-wide upgrade for your living room. Smart AI Voice Commands: Tap the mic and speak naturally. "Mute the TV," "Volume up 20," or "Search for Action Movies"—our local AI router handles it instantly. Siri Shortcuts: Just say, "Hey Siri, pause the TV" or "Hey Siri, open my streaming apps." Voice Dictation: When in keyboard mode, use your iPhone keyboard or your voice to type, making searches faster than ever. PREMIUM BY DESIGN Every detail is deliberate; every interaction refined until nothing feels out of place. No Ads. Ever: We believe your remote should be a tool, not a billboard. Privacy First: Voice recognition happens on-device. Your data stays yours. Liquid Glass Themes: Choose between Dark, Light, or Graphite to match your personal style. COMPATIBILITY Broad Platform Support: Comprehensive support across all major Smart TV operating systems. Modern Smart TV Platforms: Full support for the most widely used smart TV systems and more. Broad Device Support: Works seamlessly across virtually every major Smart TV ecosystem — if it's on your network, TVPal can control it. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION TVPal offers weekly and yearly plans to unlock full universal tv remote features, unlimited TV pairings, Siri Shortcuts, and advanced AI voice features. Payments will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless they are canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. ABOUT Contact Us: https://www.tvpal.app/ Privacy Policy: https://www.tvpal.app/privacypolicy/ Terms of Use: https://www.tvpal.app/terms/ This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any television manufacturer or brand. All trademarks, brand names, and logos are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only. Compatibility may vary depending on the Smart TV device, model, and software version.

Screenshots

QR4 screens
TVPal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TVPal at Free against QR's $0.99. TVPal also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). QR's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1).

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

TVPal is free to download; QR costs $0.99 up front. TVPal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. QR asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QR ships an update every 2 months, TVPal every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
QR versus TVPal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQRTVPal
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.2 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel Madrid PovedaWestguards Digital Ltd

In-app purchases

None

QR

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

TVPal

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Plan$3.997 Days
  • Annual Premium Plan3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is QR free?
QR costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TVPal free?
TVPal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QR or TVPal have ads?
QR shows ads; TVPal does not.
Which is updated more often, QR or TVPal?
QR ships an update every 2 months, and TVPal every 3 weeks. Most recently, QR was updated on November 3, 2026 and TVPal on November 5, 2026.

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