Comparison

Universal Remote TV Control .+ vs Universal Remote

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 iPhone into a smart TV remote. Easily control various TV brands over Wi-Fi with a familiar interface. Access all essential functions like volume, channel, and playback.

Highlights
  • Smart TV remote control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Supports major TV brands
  • Volume and channel control
  • Navigation and playback functions
  • Familiar remote layout
Features
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Our app turns your iPhone into a smart TV remote, so you can control your TV without the original remote. It works with Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, TCL, Roku TVs and Roku sticks, Hitachi, Telefunken, Grundig, Continental Edison, and many other brands. Quick and Easy Setup Connect your iPhone and your TV to the same Wi-Fi network, and the app will find your TV automatically. On some models, you just need to confirm the connection on your TV screen. The app works over Wi-Fi, so you can control your TV from anywhere in the room, no need to point at the screen. Familiar Remote Design A realistic, easy-to-use layout gives you access to all the main functions of your original remote. Supported TVs: Samsung Smart TV LG Smart TV and LG webOS Sony Bravia Philips Panasonic Viera TCL and Roku TV Hitachi, Telefunken, Grundig, Continental Edison, and more Key Features: Volume control Channel switching Navigation pad Playback control: play, pause, stop, and more Menu, Options, Info, and Tools buttons Power off Have an idea or suggestion? Feel free to contact us, we’d love to hear from you. Disclaimer: This application is not an official app of Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, TCL, Roku, Hitachi, Telefunken, Grundig, or Continental Edison, and is not affiliated with any of these companies. Privacy Policy: http://scout-web-based.tilda.ws/privacy Terms of Use: http://scout-web-based.tilda.ws/terms

About

Universal Remote

Transform your smartphone into a powerful universal remote for your smart TV. Control volume, channels, playback, and navigate with an intuitive interface. Cast photos, videos, and presentations directly to your TV for an immersive entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Core remote functions (volume, channels, playback)
  • Intuitive UI with touchpad and keyboard
  • Automatic setup
  • Effortless channel surfing
  • Cast photos and videos to TV
  • Multi-media casting (PDFs, PPTX)
  • Seamless Wi-Fi connectivity
Features
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Universal Remote - Control TVs is your one-stop solution for a seamless smart TV experience. This app transforms your smartphone into a powerful universal remote, replicating all the functionality of your original remote and offering additional features you'll love:
 * Core Remote Functions: Control everything effortlessly, including volume, channels, playback, and navigation. * Intuitive UI: Enjoy a user-friendly interface with a full remote layout, responsive touchpad, fast keyboard search, and more. * Automatic Setup: Forget complicated configurations. Our app simplifies setup to get you started instantly. * Effortless Channel Surfing: Access your favorite channels with ease through the system tab. * Big Screen Entertainment: Cast photos, videos directly from your phone to your TV for a truly immersive experience. (New Feature!) * Multi-Media Casting: Unleash the power of your phone's screen. Cast PDFs, PPTX presentations, browse content directly on your TV, and view online images. (New Feature!) * Seamless Wi-Fi Connectivity: Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network for effortless control.
 How to Get Started: 1. Download Universal Remote - Control TVs and ensure your phone and Smart TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 2. Click the Connect icon on the app and choose your Smart TV from the list. 3. Start exploring! Enjoy all the features at your fingertips.
 Compatibility: Our app is designed to work with all major Smart TV brands, giving you universal control.
 **Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features. – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Disclaimer: Universal Remote・TV Control is NOT the official application of Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Hisense, Panasonic, Vizio, Insignia, TCL, Onn, Westinghouse, Skyworth, 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. Contact Us: For any support or inquiries, feel free to reach out to us at: tranthimyquyen87@gmail.com Privacy Policy & Terms of Use: Learn more about our privacy practices and terms of use at: * Privacy Policy: https://universaltechlab.com/privacy/ * Terms of Use: https://universaltechlab.com/terms/ Take control. Download Universal Remote - Control TVs today!

Screenshots

Universal Remote TV Control .+3 screens
Universal Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

Universal Remote TV Control .+ and Universal Remote both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 14% of Universal Remote TV Control .+'s. Universal Remote also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Universal Remote TV Control .+ against 4.3 for Universal Remote. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 268 and 90 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 14% of Universal Remote TV Control .+'s written reviews are positive against 73% of Universal Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote TV Control .+ ships an update every 5 months, Universal Remote weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Universal Remote TV Control .+ versus Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote TV Control .+Universal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (268 ratings) — better4.3 (90 ratings)
Positive reviews14.0% of reviews72.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings268 — better90
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.014.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB160 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSCOUT -WEB BASED SYSTEMS LTDUNIVERSAL TECHLAB

Customer experience

Universal Remote TV Control .+

All ratings268 ratings
Positive85.1%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive14.0%
Neutral2.0%
Negative84.0%

Universal Remote

All ratings88 ratings
Positive80.7%
Neutral6.8%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%

Bugs and requests

Universal Remote TV Control .+

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Does not work on TV
  • Cannot find TV
  • Difficult to cancel subscription
  • Free version opens ads with every button press
  • Payment went through without agreement
Show 3 more
  • Inconvenient and disconnects from TV frequently
  • Support tab does not work
  • Cannot cancel free trial

Requested features

3 requests
  • Clear instructions on how to connect
  • Option to cancel subscription easily
  • Less intrusive ads in free version

Universal Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Universal Remote TV Control .+

Subscriptions4
  • Universal Remote Control TV$1.997 Days
  • Week Subscription$3.997 Days
  • Week Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
Show 1 more
  • Universal TV Remote Control$29.991 Year
4 purchases

Universal Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Week Premium Package3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Month Package$14.991 Month
  • Year Package$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Package$44.99

Questions

Is Universal Remote TV Control .+ free?
Universal Remote TV Control .+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote TV Control .+ or Universal Remote?
Universal Remote TV Control .+ is rated higher. Universal Remote TV Control .+ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 268 ratings, while Universal Remote averages 4.3 from 90 ratings.
Do Universal Remote TV Control .+ or Universal Remote have ads?
Neither Universal Remote TV Control .+ nor Universal Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote TV Control .+ or Universal Remote?
Universal Remote TV Control .+ ships an update every 5 months, and Universal Remote weekly. Most recently, Universal Remote TV Control .+ was updated on October 30, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 24, 2026.

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