# TV Remote Control Universal + vs Universal TV Remote™ Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote™ Control at 49% against TV Remote Control Universal +'s 16%. Universal TV Remote™ Control also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and chart position (#59 vs unranked). TV Remote Control Universal +'s advantage is iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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 Universal TV Remote™ Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote™ Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 32K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of TV Remote Control Universal +'s written reviews are positive against 49% of Universal TV Remote™ Control's.

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control Universal + | Universal TV Remote™ Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903/reviews) | **[4.7 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6553976921/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13K | **32K** |
| Positive reviews | 15.5% of reviews | **49.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#59** |
| Size | 175 MB | 247 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [TVSMART.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674705623) | [SEAMOBI TECH PTE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459370949) |

## 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


### Universal TV Remote™ Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6553976921)

**Currently charting:** #59 Top Free · Utilities, #68 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Easily control all your smart TVs, including popular brands like Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV, over Wi-Fi. Navigate channels, adjust volume, use voice search, and even type with a keyboard for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Voice search for shows, On-screen keyboard, Volume and channel control, Turn TV on/off

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Control Weekly V1 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Pro Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control Yearly V1 | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Pro Yearly | $28.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Life Time | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient for busy families
- 💡 Works with multiple devices
- 🚀 Responsive touch controls
- 💡 Voice command feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Unclear cancellation process
- 🐛 Disconnection issues
- 💰 Misleading 'free' claims
- 🔒 Aggressive upselling

**Reported bugs**

- Vibration instead of button response
- Subscription ads pop up frequently

**Requested features**

- Volume control
- Refresh button functionality
- Microphone access without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Control Universal + free?

TV Remote Control Universal + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Universal TV Remote™ Control free?

Universal TV Remote™ Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Universal + or Universal TV Remote™ Control?

Universal TV Remote™ Control is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal + averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Universal TV Remote™ Control averages 4.7 from 32K ratings.

### Do TV Remote Control Universal + or Universal TV Remote™ Control have ads?

Both TV Remote Control Universal + and Universal TV Remote™ Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Universal + or Universal TV Remote™ Control?

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, and Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal + was updated on September 25, 2026 and Universal TV Remote™ Control on September 25, 2026.

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