# Remote Control for LG TV + vs Android TV Remote Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Android TV Remote Control at 89% against Remote Control for LG TV +'s 31%. Android TV Remote Control also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). Remote Control for LG TV +'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control for LG TV + sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Android TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Control for LG TV + holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control for LG TV + has 1.1K ratings behind it against 71, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 31% of Remote Control for LG TV +'s written reviews are positive against 89% of Android TV Remote Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Remote Control for LG TV + ships an update every 4 weeks, Android TV Remote Control weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control for LG TV + | Android TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-lg-tv-plus/id1640058630/reviews)** | [4.2 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/android-tv-remote-control/id6711348143/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 71 |
| Positive reviews | 30.9% of reviews | **88.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 202 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CONCEPT LIGHT DOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688714287) | [Codematics Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225541389) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Control for LG TV +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-lg-tv-plus/id1640058630)

Control your LG smart TV from your phone. Connect to devices on the same Wi-Fi to manage your TV and installed apps. Offers a virtual remote, screen mirroring, and instant access to essential functions.

**Highlights:** Virtual remote control, Power, volume, navigation, Supports multiple TVs, Screen mirroring, Control smart apps

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote for LG TV App Premium + | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote for LG TV App | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote for LG TV App Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote for LG TV Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Works pretty decent
- 👍 Using it for my LG TV
- 👍 LG TV remote in my iPhone
- 👍 A one in a million app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Needs to reconnect on every use
- 🐛 Buttons often don't work
- 🐛 No pause button
- 🐛 Continuously asks for a review
- 🐛 Won't let me use it unless I leave a good review

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work on its own
- Not connected to TV
- Limited version doesn't work
- Can't even connect
- Doesn't work at all

**Requested features**

- Add a power off button
- Improve channel changing functionality


### Android TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/android-tv-remote-control/id6711348143)

Control your Android TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate menus, control volume, search with your voice, and use your phone as a touchpad. Quickly open apps and enjoy lag-free control.

**Highlights:** Seamless WiFi connectivity, Full remote control functions, Voice search capabilities, Keyboard input for searches, Touchpad functionality, One-click app opening

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Ad Free Version | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Ad Free Version | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Ad Free Version | $69.99 | per year |
| Remove Full Screen Ads | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ad Free Version | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to download and operate
- 👍 Saves time and works like a charm
- 👍 Perfect app for controlling Android TV functions
- 👍 Saves time and works better than physical remotes
- 👍 Fantastic features and smooth interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inutile
- 🐛 تبن

**Reported bugs**

- Rileva la tv, ci entri e cerchi di usarlo ma non funziona e nonostante tu provi a cliccare o muovere qualcosa non cambia nulla Lo sto usando per un proiettore con Google chromecast inserito
- تبن


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Control for LG TV + free?

Remote Control for LG TV + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Android TV Remote Control free?

Android TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote Control for LG TV + or Android TV Remote Control?

Remote Control for LG TV + is rated higher. Remote Control for LG TV + averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Android TV Remote Control averages 4.2 from 71 ratings.

### Do Remote Control for LG TV + or Android TV Remote Control have ads?

Android TV Remote Control shows ads; Remote Control for LG TV + does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Control for LG TV + or Android TV Remote Control?

Remote Control for LG TV + ships an update every 4 weeks, and Android TV Remote Control weekly. Most recently, Remote Control for LG TV + was updated on September 23, 2026 and Android TV Remote Control on September 22, 2026.

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