Comparison

TV Remote Control Universal + vs AI Remote:TV Remote Controller

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

AI Remote:TV Remote Controller

Transform your iOS device into a universal TV remote. Control your television with an intuitive interface, effortless text input, and voice commands. Always at hand and no line-of-sight required, it revolutionizes your living room experience.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Effortless text input via device keyboard
  • Network-based control (no line-of-sight)
  • AI voice commands
  • Always accessible on your phone
Features
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AI Remote is not just an app, it’s a revolution in your living room. Transforming your iOS device into a universal TV remote, it brings the power of control right at your fingertips. Designed with simplicity and efficiency at its core, AI Remote offers a seamless and intuitive way to navigate your TV. we’re constantly expanding our compatibility to include more brands. Key Features: - Universal Control: Say goodbye to the days of searching for your remote. With AI Remote, your iOS device is your new TV remote. - Intuitive Interface: Our user-friendly design ensures a smooth navigation experience, making it easier than ever to browse your TV. - Effortless Text Input: Dramatically simplify text input on your TV. Use your device’s keyboard to type directly, bypassing the cumbersome on-screen keyboard of traditional remotes. - Always at Hand: With AI Remote on your phone, your TV remote is always just a tap away. - No Line-of-Sight Required: Unlike traditional infrared or bluetooth remotes, AI Remote operates over your home network. This means you can control your TV from anywhere in your home, as long as you’re connected to the same network. - AI voice-operated: Use your voice to control your TV, effortlessly changing channels, adjusting volume. Download AI Remote today and revolutionize your TV viewing experience! "This product is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Roku, Inc. in any manner" Privacy Policy: https://vidaop.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://vidaop.com/terms.html

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Universal +4 screens
AI Remote:TV Remote Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AI Remote:TV Remote Controller at every 9 days against TV Remote Control Universal +'s monthly. AI Remote:TV Remote Controller also leads on review sentiment (24% vs 16%). TV Remote Control Universal +'s advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 2K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 AI Remote:TV Remote Controller sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 4.3 for AI Remote:TV Remote Controller. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control Universal + has 13K ratings behind it against 2K, 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 24% of AI Remote:TV Remote Controller's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, AI Remote:TV Remote Controller every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Control Universal + versus AI Remote:TV Remote Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control Universal +AI Remote:TV Remote Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (13K ratings) — better4.3 (2K ratings)
Positive reviews15.5% of reviews23.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13K — better2K
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB157 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTVSMART.APPLockApps Inc.

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%

AI Remote:TV Remote Controller

All ratings1,990 ratings
Positive81.6%
Neutral4.0%
Negative14.4%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive23.7%
Neutral6.2%
Negative70.1%

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

AI Remote:TV Remote Controller

From 2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Wonderful app
  • 👍 Works great!

Room to improve

  • 💰 Not free
  • 💰 Charging money to use the remote
  • 🐛 Remote gets stuck bouncing between apps
  • 🐛 Remote not working correctly
  • 🐛 App not connecting to TV

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

AI Remote:TV Remote Controller

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App is blank when selecting TV
  • App not working without Wi-Fi
  • App switches TV to HDMI 3 unexpectedly

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add a way to cancel subscription easily
  • Provide instructions on how to use the app

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
8 purchases

AI Remote:TV Remote Controller

Subscriptions7
  • Your Phone == Your Remote7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Upgrade to VIP7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Your Phone == New AI Remote7 Days trial$9.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Upgrade to VIP$12.991 Month
  • Unlock Your Phone = AI Remote$19.991 Year
  • Upgrade to VIP$29.991 Year
  • Upgrade to VIP$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Upgrade to VIP2 variants$29.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Control Universal + free?
TV Remote Control Universal + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AI Remote:TV Remote Controller free?
AI Remote:TV Remote Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Universal + or AI Remote:TV Remote Controller?
TV Remote Control Universal + is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal + averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while AI Remote:TV Remote Controller averages 4.3 from 2K ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Universal + or AI Remote:TV Remote Controller have ads?
Both TV Remote Control Universal + and AI Remote:TV Remote Controller show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Universal + or AI Remote:TV Remote Controller?
TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, and AI Remote:TV Remote Controller every 9 days. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal + was updated on October 17, 2026 and AI Remote:TV Remote Controller on October 15, 2026.

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