# TV Remote Control Universal + vs TV Remote For Android

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Control Universal + at 4.4 against TV Remote For Android's 1.0. TV Remote Control Universal + also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 1) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Control Universal + sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and TV Remote For Android sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control Universal + has 13K ratings behind it against 1, 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 0% of TV Remote For Android's.

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update every 5 weeks, TV Remote For Android every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control Universal + | TV Remote For Android |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-for-android/id6743337804/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **15.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 195 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [TVSMART.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674705623) | [Jksol Infotech LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780266924) |

## 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 playback with intuitive gestures and voice commands. Enjoy features like a built-in keyboard, quick access to streaming apps, and casting capabilities.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Voice commands, Smart touchpad navigation, Built-in keyboard, Quick access to streaming channels, Cast photos, videos, and web content, Private listening (Roku only)

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium TV Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Smart TV Remote Control | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 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 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 |

**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 For Android

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-for-android/id6743337804)

Control your smart TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate settings, change channels, adjust volume, and more. Connects seamlessly via Wi-Fi with auto-discovery for quick setup.

**Highlights:** Smart TV control, Channel switching, Volume adjustment, Wi-Fi connectivity, Auto-discovery setup, Power ON/OFF

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Life Time Premium Access | $27.99 | 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 TV Remote For Android free?

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

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

TV Remote Control Universal + is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal + averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while TV Remote For Android averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

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

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

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

TV Remote Control Universal + ships an update every 5 weeks, and TV Remote For Android every 4 months. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal + was updated on November 12, 2026 and TV Remote For Android on November 4, 2026.

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