# Cast for Chromecast + vs TV Remote

Cast for Chromecast + and TV Remote both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 53% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 13% of Cast for Chromecast +'s. TV Remote also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Cast for Chromecast +'s advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cast for Chromecast + sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and TV Remote sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Cast for Chromecast + against 4.5 for TV Remote. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 289 and 564 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 13% of Cast for Chromecast +'s written reviews are positive against 53% of TV Remote's.

Cast for Chromecast + ships an update every 6 weeks, TV Remote every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cast for Chromecast + | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (289 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-for-chromecast-plus/id1624060010/reviews)** | [4.5 (564 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control-plus/id1663632832/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 289 | **564** |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | **53.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 42 MB | 144 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DATA PROTECTION SERVICES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584555746) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) |

## What reviewers say

### Cast for Chromecast +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cast-for-chromecast-plus/id1624060010)

Stream web content, videos, images, and audio to your Chromecast devices. Connect your phone or tablet to the same Wi-Fi as your TV and easily cast your favorite media for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Cast web content, Cast videos, Cast images, Cast audio, Screen mirroring, TV remote functionality

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $4.49 | per 7 days |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $4.49 | per 7 days |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $17.49 | per year |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $19.99 | per year |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $29.99 | per year |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $29.99 | per year |
| Cast to Google ChromeCast | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control-plus/id1663632832)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control channels, volume, and apps with a familiar interface. Cast media and mirror your screen for a seamless entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, App launching and navigation, Media casting (photos, videos), Screen mirroring, Control soundbars and consoles, Intuitive interface

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote ◦ Universal Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote ◦ Universal Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $9.99 | per year |
| Smart, Universal TV Remote | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $29.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlimited access | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly app
- 🚀 Convenient to use
- ✨ Works well as a remote
- 💡 Useful when remote is broken

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Paywall restricts features
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🤔 Unclear free trial terms

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work with certain TV models
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, etc.)
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add support for more TV brands
- Improve subscription management
- Provide a one-time purchase option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cast for Chromecast + free?

Cast for Chromecast + 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, Cast for Chromecast + or TV Remote?

Cast for Chromecast + is rated higher. Cast for Chromecast + averages 4.6 out of 5 from 289 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.5 from 564 ratings.

### Do Cast for Chromecast + or TV Remote have ads?

TV Remote shows ads; Cast for Chromecast + does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cast for Chromecast + or TV Remote?

Cast for Chromecast + ships an update every 6 weeks, and TV Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, Cast for Chromecast + was updated on October 18, 2026 and TV Remote on October 18, 2026.

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