Comparison

Smart TV remote app vs Universal

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

Head to head
About

Smart TV remote app

Control your smart TV using your phone as a virtual remote. Connect via Wi-Fi to manage volume, channels, playback, and menus for various popular TV brands. Enjoy a realistic design for easy navigation.

Highlights
  • Virtual remote control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Volume control
  • Channel changing
  • Navigation pad
  • Video playback controls
  • Menu and options access
Features
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This app is a virtual remote that allows you to control your Smart TV from your Phone. Works with Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic,TCL Roku,Roku sticks,Hitachi, Telefunken, Grundig, Continental Edison TV and more... To use this remote control, your iPhone must be on the same Wi-fi network as your TV. Detection of your TV will be automatic and depending on the model of your TV, you will have to accept the message that will appear on your TV screen. The app works through WIFI, so you do not have to be close to the TV to make it works. With a realistic design, you can use all the functions of the original remote control very easily. This app supports the most famous TV brands like Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart Tv and LG Web OS, Sony Bravia, Philips, Panasonic viera, Telefunken, Grundig, Hitachi and Continental Edison. We have integrated the most useful commands, the features are listed below: -Change the volume -Change the channel number -Use navigation pad -Video control (Play/Pause/Stop...) -Menu, Options, Info, Tools -Power off If you have any suggestions, feel free to contact us. Disclaimer: This application is not an official app of Samsung,LG,Sony,Philips,Panasonic,Telefunken,Grundig,Continental Edison nor are we affiliated with these company. Privacy Policy: http://scout-web-based.tilda.ws/privacy Terms of use: http://scout-web-based.tilda.ws/terms

About

Universal

Transform your smartphone into a versatile TV remote. Easily control channels, volume, and navigate menus with an intuitive interface, touchpad, and keyboard. Unlock an ad-free experience and advanced features with a premium subscription.

Highlights
  • Control many TV brands
  • Interactive touchpad and joystick
  • Effortless typing with keyboard
  • User-friendly interface
  • Ad-free premium experience
  • Smart keyboard search
Features
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Universal Remote Control : Simplify Your TV Experience! Turn your phone into a powerful, easy-to-use remote for your TV with Universal Remote Control! Say goodbye to misplaced remotes and hello to a smarter way of controlling your TV—right from your pocket. Key Features: Compatible with Many TV Brands: Control your TV seamlessly, whether you’re changing channels, adjusting volume, or navigating menus. Works with popular brands . Interactive Touchpad and Joystick: Transform your phone’s screen into a touchpad or joystick for effortless TV control. Effortless Typing and Selection: Built-in keyboard and numeric keypad make searching, typing, and switching channels easier than ever. User-Friendly Design: Simple, intuitive interface suitable for everyone. Go Premium for an Enhanced Experience: Unlock exclusive benefits with our Premium version: Ad-Free Experience: Enjoy uninterrupted control without distractions. Smart Keyboard: Easily search and type on your TV with your phone’s keyboard. Subscription Options: Weekly Plan: $2.99 Monthly Plan: $7.99 Quarly Plan: $14.99 Annual Plan: $34.99 Pricing is based on the App Store Pricing Matrix and may vary by region. Additional Details: Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription anytime through iTunes Account Settings. **Disclaimer:** Universal Remote・TV Control is an independent application and is not an official product of Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Hisense, Panasonic, Vizio, Insignia, TCL, Onn, Westinghouse, Skyworth, Element, or any other brand. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of these companies. To unlock all features of Universal Remote・TV Control, a Premium subscription is required. For Smart TVs and compatible devices, ensure that both your phone and Smart TV/Device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. For Infrared (IR) TVs, your phone must have a built-in IR blaster for the remote control functionality to work. Legal & Support: Privacy Policy: https://1remote.tv/pp.html Terms of Use: https://1remote.tv/tou.html Support Contact: support@1remote.tv Reimagine your TV experience—download Universal Remote Control today and take control like never before!

Screenshots

Smart TV remote app3 screens
Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

Smart TV remote app and Universal both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Universal's written reviews are positive against 14% of Smart TV remote app's. Universal also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 5 months) and device support (3 vs 1). Smart TV remote app's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (268 vs 25). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Smart TV remote app sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 Smart TV remote app against 4.5 for Universal. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart TV remote app has 268 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 14% of Smart TV remote app's written reviews are positive against 100% of Universal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart TV remote app ships an update every 5 months, Universal every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Smart TV remote app versus Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart TV remote appUniversal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (268 ratings)4.5 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings268 — better25
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB126 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSCOUT -WEB BASED SYSTEMS LTDAmerican Football

Customer experience

Smart TV remote app

All ratings267 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive14.0%
Neutral2.0%
Negative84.0%

Universal

All ratings25 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Smart TV remote app

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
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  • 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

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Smart TV remote app

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

Universal

Subscriptions4
  • Remote Control For TV Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Universal Remote 3 Months$14.993 Months
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  • Element TV Remote Yearly$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Smart TV remote app free?
Smart TV remote app is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal free?
Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart TV remote app or Universal?
Universal is rated higher. Smart TV remote app averages 4.4 out of 5 from 268 ratings, while Universal averages 4.5 from 25 ratings.
Do Smart TV remote app or Universal have ads?
Universal shows ads; Smart TV remote app does not.
Which is updated more often, Smart TV remote app or Universal?
Smart TV remote app ships an update every 5 months, and Universal every 8 days. Most recently, Smart TV remote app was updated on October 27, 2026 and Universal on October 24, 2026.

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