# Universal Remote Control App vs Remote Control for Ro

Universal Remote Control App and Remote Control for Ro both sit at 3.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of Universal Remote Control App's written reviews are positive against 37% of Remote Control for Ro's. Remote Control for Ro's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (152 vs 34). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Remote Control App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per 7 days and Remote Control for Ro sells 3 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 — 3.8 for Universal Remote Control App against 3.9 for Remote Control for Ro. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 34 and 152 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Universal Remote Control App's written reviews are positive against 37% of Remote Control for Ro's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote Control App | Remote Control for Ro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-app/id1633592287/reviews) | **[3.9 (152 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-ro-tv/id1659347118/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **152** |
| Positive reviews | **87.0% of reviews** | 37.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | — | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 136 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Olena Oliinyk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1633030177) | [DREAMTEAM APPS sp. z o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626812597) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal Remote Control App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-app/id1633592287)

Transform your smartphone into a powerful TV remote. Control channels, volume, and even cast content from your phone to your TV screen. Enjoy a user-friendly interface with realistic tactile feedback for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Multifunctional TV remote, Screen mirroring from phone to TV, Convenient keyboard for searching, Compatible with all TV models, Open video platforms from the app, Realistic tactile feedback

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote Control | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control App | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control App | $10.99 | per 7 days |


### Remote Control for Ro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-ro-tv/id1659347118)

Transform your iPhone into a powerful remote for your smart TV. Navigate menus with a large touchpad and launch your favorite channels directly from the app. Connect seamlessly over Wi-Fi for an intuitive and clutter-free control experience.

**Highlights:** iPhone TV remote control, Wi-Fi network connection, Automatic Smart TV detection, Large touchpad navigation, Direct channel launching

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Premium with Trial | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Year Premium | $5.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 🚀 Works immediately upon download
- 💡 Large keyboard appreciated
- 👍 Sleek and modern design
- 👍 Controls TV with swipes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot find TV
- 🐛 No support available
- 🐛 App is fake
- 🐛 Not working at all
- 🐛 Rubbish app

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot find the TV
- No support to assist users
- App does not detect TV
- Screen goes black, cannot reset
- App does not detect devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote Control App free?

Universal Remote Control App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote Control for Ro free?

Remote Control for Ro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal Remote Control App or Remote Control for Ro?

Remote Control for Ro is rated higher. Universal Remote Control App averages 3.8 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Remote Control for Ro averages 3.9 from 152 ratings.

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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.*