# TV Remote Control Universal + vs TV Remote ·

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.

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.

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.

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, TV Remote · fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control Universal + | TV Remote · |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903/reviews)** | [3.8 (561 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote/id6450074293/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 561 |
| Positive reviews | **15.5% of reviews** | 3.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 197 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [TVSMART.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674705623) | [TRUSTED PILOT SOLUTIONS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816657288) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Control Universal +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium TV Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Smart TV Remote Control | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Upgrade TV Remote | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly Upgrade TV Remote | $8.99 | per month |
| Universal Remote Pro \| Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Weekly Supper Sale \| TV Remote | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Pro \| Monthly | $18.99 | per month |
| Yearly Upgrade TV Remote | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium TV Remote | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly Smart TV Remote Control | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Supper Sale \| TV Remote | $39.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Upgrade TV Remote | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### TV Remote ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote/id6450074293)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Remote functions don't work
- App crashes or disconnects frequently

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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 18, 2026 and TV Remote · on October 17, 2026.

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