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 TV remote control. Easily navigate channels, adjust volume, and search for content on your networked TV. Compatible with most major brands, it offers a convenient alternative to a physical remote.

Highlights
  • Control channel lists
  • Adjust volume
  • Access TV menu
  • Keyboard input for search
  • Haptic feedback
  • Compatible with popular brands
Features
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Lost your TV remote? Remote control battery dead? Welcome to the TV Remote app, which will save you from all these troubles. TV Remote is a convenient and easy-to-use application that allows you to control your networked TV with your iPhone. This app replicates the functions of a handheld remote, enabling you to control everything: channel lists, volume, menu, information, tools, and other controls (play/pause/stop, etc.). It's compatible with the most popular brands and supports TV models of different production years and screen sizes. All you need to do is connect your iPhone and your TV device to the same Wi-Fi network - your touchscreen will transform into a navigation panel with all the functions of a standard remote. Features: • Fast and easy to use: this app acts as a physical remote, always at hand • Haptic feedback: provides excellent vibrations and realism • Keyboard input: easily search for TV programs Subscription information: After purchase confirmation, the fee will be deducted from your iTunes account. The subscription will automatically renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period unless auto-renewal is turned off. Renewal fees depend on your subscription plan. Users can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in the account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when purchasing a premium subscription during the free trial period. Privacy Policy:https://remote.whlaimi.com/privacy Terms of Use:https://remote.whlaimi.com/terms

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Universal +4 screens
TV Remote ·3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Control Universal + at 4.4 against TV Remote ·'s 3.8. TV Remote Control Universal + also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (13K vs 561). TV Remote ·'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases 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. TV Remote Control Universal + sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and TV Remote · sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Control Universal + holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control Universal + has 13K ratings behind it against 561, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of TV Remote Control Universal +'s written reviews are positive against 4% of TV Remote ·'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, TV Remote · fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 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) — better3.8 (561 ratings)
Positive reviews15.5% of reviews — better3.8% of reviews
Number of ratings13K — better561
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1512.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB106 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTVSMART.APPTRUSTED PILOT SOLUTIONS

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 ratings561 ratings
Positive70.8%
Neutral3.9%
Negative25.3%
Written reviews78 reviews
Positive3.8%
Neutral1.3%
Negative94.9%

User reviews

TV Remote Control Universal +

From 13K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great as a remote control
  • 👍 User-friendly and easy to navigate
  • 🔒 Reliable connection to TV
  • 💡 Useful backup for lost physical remote

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Requires subscription to access basic remote functions
  • 💰 Expensive subscription fees
  • 🔍 Lack of free features
  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and reconnections required
  • 🤖 Aggressive in-app ads and upsells

TV Remote ·

From 561 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💎 Works well

Room to improve

  • 💸 Extremely expensive subscription
  • 🚫 Doesn't work as advertised
  • 🤖 Poor customer service
  • 🔒 Unauthorized charges
  • 🚫 Useless features behind paywall

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 ·

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Remote functions don't work
  • App crashes or disconnects frequently

Requested features

3 requests
  • Provide a free, functional remote app
  • Improve transparency around pricing and subscriptions
  • Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription

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
5 purchases

TV Remote ·

Subscriptions4
  • TV Remote Control Advanced3 Days trial$6.497 Days
  • TV Remote Control Advanced$6.497 Days
  • TV Remote Control Advanced3 Days trial$39.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • TV Remote Control Advanced$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • TV Remote Control Advanced$39.99

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 Control Universal + is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal + averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while TV Remote · averages 3.8 from 561 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Universal + or TV Remote · have ads?
TV Remote Control Universal + shows ads; TV Remote · does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Universal + or TV Remote ·?
TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, and TV Remote · fortnightly. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal + was updated on October 17, 2026 and TV Remote · on October 17, 2026.

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