Comparison

TV Remote Control Universal + 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

TV Remote Control Universal +

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Control power, volume, channels, and even cast content to the big screen. Enjoy voice control, a built-in keyboard, and customizable themes for an effortless entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Screen mirroring and casting
  • Voice control for TV
  • Built-in keyboard for easy typing
  • Quick access to streaming channels
  • Customizable themes
Features
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Universal TV Remote – Smart Control for All Your TVs Tired of juggling multiple remotes for every device in your home? Transform your smartphone into a smart, all-in-one remote control for your TV. Whether you're watching your favorite movie, switching between streaming apps, or searching for a show — everything becomes effortless. Our app is built to work with all major smart TV brands, from Roku, Samsung to Chromecast TV, Apple TV, and more. Just connect and take full control of your entertainment. ONE APP - FULL REMOTE CONTROL No more lost remotes or dead batteries. Our full-featured remote gives you everything: - Power on/off your TV - Adjust volume & mute instantly - Change input sources - Navigate menus with smart gestures - Control playback and channel navigation Whether you’re watching cable, streaming films, or casting a video — control it all from your phone. UNIVERSAL TV REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANCED FEATURES: - Quick Access to Streaming Channels: Jump right into your favorite shows and apps with a single tap. Instantly launch popular platforms. No more endless navigation. Just tap and go. - Control with Your Voice: Use your voice to search, switch channels, adjust volume, or open an app. Say it, and let the app do it for you. Perfect for hands-free control or when you're across the room. - Smart Touchpad & Swipe Navigation: Replace clunky buttons with smooth gesture-based control. Swipe to scroll, tap to select — just like using a smart touch controller. Navigating your TV has never been this intuitive. - Built-in Keyboard: Typing on a TV is painful. Use your phone’s keyboard to enter search terms, login info, or type messages — fast and easy, just like texting. - Customizable Smart Themes: Make your remote interface match your style and TV type. Choose from smart layouts designed for better visibility, quick access, and ease of use. - Cast to Your TV: Want to share photos, videos, or web content on your TV? Use the Cast feature to project directly from your phone to the big screen — great for family moments, presentations, or binge nights. - Private Listening (Roku Only): Watching late at night? Use your headphones and stream your TV audio directly to your phone for a private and immersive experience — without disturbing anyone. * Reclaim control of your TV with just one app. Whether you're relaxing on the couch, in bed, or even hosting friends — our Universal TV Remote gives you everything you need at your fingertips. * Download now and experience TV control the smart way. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase while using Universal TV Remote Control App. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. - Subscriptions will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The renewal cost will be charged to your account 24 hours before the end of the current period. - When the subscription is canceled, it will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. - If offered, any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. DISCLAIMER: TV Remote Control Universal is not affiliated with any trademark mentioned. Thanks for downloading our app. If you have any problems with this app, please contact us at: contact.tvsmart@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://smarttvcast-screenmirroring.web.app/policy.html Terms of Service: https://smarttvcast-screenmirroring.web.app/term.html

About

TV Remote

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for over 10,000 TV models. Discover personalized show recommendations, manage watchlists, and track viewing history all in one app.

Highlights
  • Universal remote control for 10,000+ TV models
  • Wi-Fi connectivity (no extra hardware)
  • Personalized show recommendations
  • Watchlist management
  • Viewing history tracker
  • Smart content filters
Features
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Turn your iPhone into the ultimate Universal Remote Control, control over 10,000 TV models and discover the best movies and shows to watch. Remotly combines a fast, reliable remote with a built-in TV Assistant to help you pick something great in seconds. Use it to control your TV, manage watchlists, get personalized recommendations, and keep track of what you’ve watched—right from your iPhone. # Remote control that just works • Works with 10,000+ TV models across major brands, including Samsung, Roku, TCL, LG, Sony, and more. • Connects over your local Wi-Fi (no extra hardware). • Quick access to the essentials: volume, channels, input/source, and your favorite TV apps. # Your TV Assistant • Personalized recommendations based on what you like. • Watchlists for movies and series (save, organize, and come back later). • Watch history/tracker to remember what you’ve seen and what’s next. • Smart filters to find something that fits your mood (genre, movie/series, preferences). # Made for daily use • Clean, simple interface designed for one-hand control. • Custom settings to adapt the experience to your habits. • Frequent updates to improve compatibility and add new features. # DISCLAIMER This app is not an official app of Samsung, Roku, TCL TV, LG, Sony, or any TV manufacturer, we are not related to these companies in any way. # Subscription For the Pro subscription, subscriptions will be charged monthly or weekly for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions will automatically renewed unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. 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. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase Terms of Use: https://mwm.ai/legal/tv_remote/terms-of-use Privacy : https://mwm.ai/legal/tv_remote/privacy-policy

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Universal +4 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

TV Remote Control Universal + and TV Remote both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 38% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 16% of TV Remote Control Universal +'s. TV Remote Control Universal +'s advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 588) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. TV Remote Control Universal + sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for TV Remote Control Universal + against 4.5 for TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control Universal + has 13K ratings behind it against 588, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 16% of TV Remote Control Universal +'s written reviews are positive against 38% of TV Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, TV Remote every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Control Universal + versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control Universal +TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (13K ratings)4.5 (588 ratings) — better
Positive reviews15.5% of reviews38.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13K — better588
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTVSMART.APPApp Rover

Customer experience

TV Remote Control Universal +

All ratings12,611 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral3.2%
Negative12.4%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive15.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative82.8%

TV Remote

All ratings588 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral4.4%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive38.0%
Neutral11.4%
Negative50.6%

Bugs and requests

TV Remote Control Universal +

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not compatible with certain TV models
  • Inability to cancel subscription
  • Remote control functions not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • More free remote control features
  • Ability to control TV power and volume without subscription
  • Better customer support and communication

TV Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

TV Remote Control Universal +

Subscriptions12
  • Weekly Premium TV Remote$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Upgrade TV Remote$7.991 Month
Show 9 more
  • Monthly Upgrade TV Remote$8.991 Month
  • Universal Remote Pro | Weekly$9.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote - Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Weekly Supper Sale | TV Remote3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Pro | Monthly$18.991 Month
  • Yearly Upgrade TV Remote7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium TV Remote$34.991 Year
  • Yearly Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Supper Sale | TV Remote7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Universal TV Remote - Lifetime$44.99
  • Lifetime Upgrade TV Remote$49.99
6 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions5
  • Pro Plan Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Pro Plan Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Plan Monthly3 Days trial$8.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Pro Plan Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Pro Plan Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Plan Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Control Universal + free?
TV Remote Control Universal + 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, TV Remote Control Universal + or TV Remote?
TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal + averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.5 from 588 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Universal + or TV Remote have ads?
Both TV Remote Control Universal + and TV Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Universal + or TV Remote?
TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, and TV Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal + was updated on October 18, 2026 and TV Remote on October 18, 2026.

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