# TV Remote Control Universal + vs Universal TV Remote

The clearest difference is ratings volume: TV Remote Control Universal + at 13K against Universal TV Remote's 8. TV Remote Control Universal + also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control Universal + has 13K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, Universal TV Remote every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control Universal + | Universal TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903/reviews)** | [4.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smartctrl/id6740748603/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 15.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 197 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TVSMART.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674705623) | [Nice Express](https://appshunter.io/developer/1300337847) |

## 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smartctrl/id6740748603)

Control all your smart TVs with a single app. Easily connect to devices on your Wi-Fi network for instant remote access. Features a touchpad, keyboard for typing, and quick launch buttons for streaming services.

**Highlights:** Control multiple smart TVs, Wi-Fi device discovery, Full remote functionality, Touchpad and keyboard input, Quick launch streaming apps, App launching from TV

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Remote for Roku Lifetime access | $24.99 | one-time |


## 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 free?

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

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

TV Remote Control Universal + is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal + averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Universal TV Remote averages 4.3 from 8 ratings.

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

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

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

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update monthly, and Universal TV Remote every 4 months. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal + was updated on October 24, 2026 and Universal TV Remote on October 24, 2026.

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