Comparison

JSmartApp vs TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

JSmartApp

Features
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JSmartApp is a SmartThings client designed for speed and ease of use. It doesn't replace the existing SmartThings app but it is much faster and makes accessing and controlling your smart home devices much easier. Quickly access all of your SmartThings devices. Assign favorites and sort them how you want to access them. Rooms and devices can be sorted your way. View the status of multiple devices on a single page to get a quick view of your smart home. Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets provide for quick access to your devices

About

TV Remote

Features
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Control your TV from your phone — no extra hardware, no hassle. TV Remote Control turns your iPhone into a fast, reliable remote for your Smart TV. It connects over your home Wi-Fi, so there's nothing to plug in and no infrared needed. Lost your remote, or just want everything on one screen? You're covered. WORKS WITH YOUR TV • Samsung Smart TV (Tizen) • LG Smart TV (webOS) • Android TV & Google TV EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE REMOTE • Power on/off, volume, mute, and channel controls • Full directional pad with OK/Select for easy navigation • Home, Back, and Menu buttons • Media keys — play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, and stop • Number pad for quick channel entry SET UP IN SECONDS • Automatically finds compatible TVs on your Wi-Fi network • Simple on-screen pairing — just confirm on your TV • Saves your TVs so you can reconnect with one tap APP SHORTCUTS • Pin your favorite TV apps for instant launching • Add custom shortcuts tailored to your setup BUILT TO FEEL GREAT • Clean, modern interface that's quick and responsive • Light and dark themes • Available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your TVs, settings, and pairing data stay on your device. The app talks directly to your TV on your local network — there's no account to create and no remote-control activity sent to us. GOOD TO KNOW • Your phone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. • This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Google, or any TV manufacturer. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Download TV Remote Control and take charge of your Smart TV today.

Screenshots

JSmartApp4 screens
TV Remote1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TV Remote at none against JSmartApp's 3. TV Remote also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. JSmartApp sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. TV Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
JSmartApp versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJSmartAppTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJulian WerfelHAFIDA EL MAJDAOUI

In-app purchases

3 purchases

JSmartApp

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
None

TV Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JSmartApp free?
JSmartApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do JSmartApp or TV Remote have ads?
Neither JSmartApp nor TV Remote shows ads.

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