Comparison

Remote for Android Smart TV vs Universal Remote

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Remote for Android Smart TV

Control your Android Smart TV with your iPhone or iPad. This app offers basic TV functions like volume and channel control, plus a virtual touchpad and keyboard for easy navigation and text input. Connect wirelessly to your TV on the same network.

Highlights
  • Basic TV control (volume, channel, media)
  • Virtual touchpad navigation
  • Text and number keyboard input
  • Automatic and manual TV scanning
  • Vibration feedback on button press
Features
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Remote for Android Smart TV allows you to connect almost TVs running on Android and control them, you don't need a physic remote anymore. You just connect your iPhone/iPad the same network with your TVs and you are ready to use the app. FEATURE: - Basic control for every TV: volume, chanel, media, navigation,... - Navigation using virtual touch pad. Support 2 types of keyboard: Text & Number which can fast switch, help you enter text for website or keywords. - Scan TVs on local network and connect automatically, but it also supports quick manual connection without scanning. - Simple and smooth user interface that support vibration on the button, make it feel more comfortable for your hand. - Notice: Your Android TV must be enabled ADB (via USB Debugging), please read the instruction within the app when you connect a TV. - Disclaimer: This app is not official app which related to Android or any TV brands which may mentioned in your app, it follows the feature of Android which based on ADB debugging that may decrease the TV security. You should use this app for personal use or at home only, we do not recommend you applying it on public TVs at restaurants, companies or other organization. - Read or Terms and Privacy Policy at: https://tvremote-android.weebly.com/terms.html && https://tvremote-android.weebly.com/privacy-policy.html

About

Universal Remote

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Transform your smartphone into a powerful Samsung TV remote! Universal Remote for Samsung TV lets you control all Samsung Smart TVs: K-series Tizen (2016+), plus classic A–J series with IR or Wi-Fi. Our user-friendly app replicates the full functionality of your real Samsung remote: One-touch connection and auto-recognition Direct launch for favorite streaming apps (Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Hulu, more) Channel & volume control, quick mute, source selector, navigation buttons Touchpad/mouse-style navigation and fast keyboard typing Switch between multiple TVs with instant recall Accessibility support: Large font, vibration feedback, high contrast Setup is fast—just select your TV model, test the remote, and start controlling. Use your phone’s built-in IR blaster or Wi-Fi for seamless connection. Requirements: IR blaster or compatible Wi-Fi connection; not affiliated with Samsung. Privacy Policy: https://remotetv-samsung.web.app/privacy-policy.html Term and Conditions: https://remotetv-samsung.web.app/terms-and-condition.html

Screenshots

Remote for Android Smart TV4 screens
Universal Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Remote for Android Smart TV at none against Universal Remote's shown. Remote for Android Smart TV also leads on iOS requirement (13.1 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Remote for Android Smart TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote for Android Smart TV ships an update fortnightly, Universal Remote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Remote for Android Smart TV versus Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote for Android Smart TVUniversal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnh Nguyen BaMaito Akira

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Remote for Android Smart TV

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Subscription with Trial3 Days trial$3.997 Days
One-time1
  • Buy One Time$9.99
6 purchases

Universal Remote

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Premium Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$9.991 Month
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  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Trial Premium Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Remote for Android Smart TV free?
Remote for Android Smart TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote for Android Smart TV or Universal Remote have ads?
Universal Remote shows ads; Remote for Android Smart TV does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote for Android Smart TV or Universal Remote?
Remote for Android Smart TV ships an update fortnightly, and Universal Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Remote for Android Smart TV was updated on October 24, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 19, 2026.

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