Comparison

Universal Remote | Smart TV vs Stick Master

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote | Smart TV

Control your smart TV and streaming devices with your phone. Navigate menus, launch channels, adjust volume, and type text easily. Cast media from your phone to the big screen.

Highlights
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Hot keys for channels
  • Volume control
  • Built-in keyboard
  • Multiple device switching
  • Cast media to TV
Features
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The most advanced and user-friendly universal TV remote control app! Connect your iPhone and Streaming device/Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network and you’re all set to enjoy your favorite content! Key remote control features: - Touchpad navigation. Large touchpad for easy menu and content navigation - Hot keys for channels. Launch any of your channels directly from the app - Volume control. You can change the volume of your TV or even mute it - Built-in keyboard. The easiest and fastest way to enter any text and search - Multiple devices. You can switch between your devices in just one tap Additional features: - Cast media to your TV. You can cast media and content from built-in Youtube, Browser or your Photos. * Please subscribe to any of the following Premium plans to get access to all app features without limits: weekly with 3-day trial; monthly; yearly. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - 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 - You can cancel a free trial or subscription anytime by turning off auto-renewal through your iTunes account settings. This must be done 24 hours before the end of a free trial or subscription period to avoid being charged. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period, and you will be downgraded to the free service Privacy Policy: http://go2020apps.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Service: http://go2020apps.com/terms-of-use.html

About

Stick Master

Turn your smartphone into a versatile TV remote. Easily control channels, volume, and navigate menus with a touchpad, joystick, and keyboard. Offers wide compatibility for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Smartphone TV remote
  • Wide compatibility
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Joystick control
  • Integrated keyboard
  • Channel and volume adjustment
Features
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Stick Master - Remote Control Transform your smartphone into a stylish remote for your TV with Stick Master! No more hunting for physical remotes—enjoy effortless control right from your pocket. Key Features: - Wide Compatibility:Easily manage and Samsung TVs. Switch channels, adjust the volume, and navigate menus with simplicity. - Touchpad & Joystick Functionality:Use your phone’s screen as a dynamic touchpad or joystick for smooth navigation. - Integrated Keyboard:Quickly type and select channels with the built-in keyboard for instant access. Simplify your TV control experience with Stick Master - Remote Control. Elevate your viewing convenience today! Upgrade to Premium: - No Ads and Limits - Unlimited Control - Touchpad / Keyboard Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription with a 3 days free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. 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 at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. Subscription Options: - Weekly: $3.99 - Lifetime: $24.99 For other currencies, the price corresponds to the same tier on the App Store Pricing Matrix. With Stick Master, control experience will be easier and more enjoyable! Privacy Policy: https://stick-master.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-1251a2f92b8c804a96e6c1d4b48b41da Terms & Conditions: https://stick-master.notion.site/Terms-Conditions-1251a2f92b8c8062962cf05d9121c79a Support: https://stick-master.notion.site/Support-1251a2f92b8c806ea09dd9ee73ebaa55v

Screenshots

Universal Remote | Smart TV4 screens
Stick Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote | Smart TV at 4.7 against Stick Master's 4.0. Universal Remote | Smart TV also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (38% vs 9%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 | Smart TV sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Stick Master sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal Remote | Smart TV holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote | Smart TV has 11K ratings behind it against 81, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Universal Remote | Smart TV's written reviews are positive against 9% of Stick Master's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote | Smart TV ships an update every 2 weeks, Stick Master every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Universal Remote | Smart TV versus Stick Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote | Smart TVStick Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (11K ratings) — better4.0 (81 ratings)
Positive reviews38.3% of reviews — better9.1% of reviews
Number of ratings11K — better81
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size314 MB31 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperLevel Clash Apps S.L.Miroslav Ciubinidze

Customer experience

Universal Remote | Smart TV

All ratings11,486 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral2.1%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews201 reviews
Positive38.3%
Neutral3.5%
Negative58.2%

Stick Master

All ratings81 ratings
Positive74.1%
Neutral1.2%
Negative24.7%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive9.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative90.9%

User reviews

Universal Remote | Smart TV

From 11K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to set up
  • 💡 Convenient remote control
  • 👍 Works perfectly

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Requires paid subscription
  • 💰 Expensive subscription cost
  • 🔒 Unable to cancel subscription
  • 🐛 Doesn't work as expected
  • 🚫 No free version

Stick Master

From 81 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Better than manufacturer remote
  • 👍 Good when it works

Room to improve

  • ❌ Doesn't work
  • ❌ Charges without subscription
  • ❌ App ghost
  • ❌ Overpriced
  • ❌ Paid but still ads

Bugs and requests

Universal Remote | Smart TV

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on opening
  • Unable to connect to TV
  • Keyboard function doesn't work

Requested features

2 requests
  • Option to purchase one-time instead of subscription
  • Ability to cancel subscription easily

Stick Master

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App doesn't work
  • App asks to buy premium constantly
  • App debited money without use
  • App doesn't connect to TV
  • App shows ads even after payment
Show 4 more
  • Connection error when selecting TV
  • LG remote doesn't work
  • Failed to connect
  • No Russian language support

Requested features

2 requests
  • Need to connect when TV is off
  • Need to connect when phone is off

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Universal Remote | Smart TV

Subscriptions14
  • Set up your remote3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 11 more
  • TV Remote Control Weekly3 Days trial3 variants$6.997 Days
  • Remote Control for TV Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Access3 Days trial2 variants$6.997 Days
  • Remote for TV Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Remote Control for TV Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Smart TV Remote Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Universal TV Remote Yearly$19.991 Year
  • Smart TV Remote Control Yearly$19.991 Year
  • Remote Control for TV Yearly$19.991 Year
  • Smart TV Remote Control Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium access$39.99
2 purchases

Stick Master

Subscriptions1
  • Stick Master - Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
One-time1
  • Stick Master - Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Universal Remote | Smart TV free?
Universal Remote | Smart TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stick Master free?
Stick Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote | Smart TV or Stick Master?
Universal Remote | Smart TV is rated higher. Universal Remote | Smart TV averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Stick Master averages 4.0 from 81 ratings.
Do Universal Remote | Smart TV or Stick Master have ads?
Stick Master shows ads; Universal Remote | Smart TV does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote | Smart TV or Stick Master?
Universal Remote | Smart TV ships an update every 2 weeks, and Stick Master every 3 months. Most recently, Universal Remote | Smart TV was updated on September 24, 2026 and Stick Master on September 21, 2026.

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