# TV File Transfer vs Mi Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Mi Remote at 4.5 against TV File Transfer's 3.3. Mi Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (33% vs 8%). TV File Transfer's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV File Transfer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Mi Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mi Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mi Remote has 442 ratings behind it against 67, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of TV File Transfer's written reviews are positive against 33% of Mi Remote's.

TV File Transfer ships an update every 4 months, Mi Remote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV File Transfer | Mi Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-file-transfer/id1603054427/reviews) | **[4.5 (442 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remote-tv-box-controller/id6477999906/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 67 | **442** |
| Positive reviews | 7.5% of reviews | **33.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 16 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kushal Patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1315569101) | [Aksana Sulima](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731308669) |

## What reviewers say

### TV File Transfer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-file-transfer/id1603054427)

Easily send and receive media files, documents, and more between your smart devices, including smartphones and smart TVs. This app bridges the gap, allowing you to enjoy your mobile content on a larger screen without compression or traditional Bluetooth limitations.

**Highlights:** Transfer media files and documents, Unlimited file size transfers, Auto-discover devices on WiFi, Faster WiFi data transfer, Longer range than Bluetooth, Access received files within the app

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ad-free version. | $7.99 | one-time |


### Mi Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remote-tv-box-controller/id6477999906)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal TV remote for your Mi TV and MI Box. Control your TV with essential buttons, navigate with a simple interface, and cast photos and videos. Connects via Wi-Fi and offers home screen widgets for convenient access.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Wi-Fi connection, Essential TV buttons, Cast photos and videos, Home screen widgets, Ad-free premium option

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Special | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Free Trial Pro Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Special Pro Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Pro Access | $19.99 | per year |
| Monthly Pro Access | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro Access | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro Access | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV File Transfer free?

TV File Transfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mi Remote free?

Mi Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV File Transfer or Mi Remote?

Mi Remote is rated higher. TV File Transfer averages 3.3 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while Mi Remote averages 4.5 from 442 ratings.

### Do TV File Transfer or Mi Remote have ads?

TV File Transfer shows ads; Mi Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV File Transfer or Mi Remote?

TV File Transfer ships an update every 4 months, and Mi Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, TV File Transfer was updated on October 27, 2026 and Mi Remote on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*