# Remote Control for Ro vs TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.5 against Remote Control for Ro's 3.9. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (53% vs 37%). Remote Control for Ro's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control for Ro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and TV Remote sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 152 and 564 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Remote Control for Ro's written reviews are positive against 53% of TV Remote's.

Remote Control for Ro ships an update every 7 months, TV Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control for Ro | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (152 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-ro-tv/id1659347118/reviews) | **[4.5 (564 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control-plus/id1663632832/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 152 | **564** |
| Positive reviews | 37.0% of reviews | **53.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 144 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DREAMTEAM APPS sp. z o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626812597) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Control for Ro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-ro-tv/id1659347118)

Transform your iPhone into a powerful remote for your smart TV. Navigate menus with a large touchpad and launch your favorite channels directly from the app. Connect seamlessly over Wi-Fi for an intuitive and clutter-free control experience.

**Highlights:** iPhone TV remote control, Wi-Fi network connection, Automatic Smart TV detection, Large touchpad navigation, Direct channel launching

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Premium with Trial | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Year Premium | $5.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 🚀 Works immediately upon download
- 💡 Large keyboard appreciated
- 👍 Sleek and modern design
- 👍 Controls TV with swipes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot find TV
- 🐛 No support available
- 🐛 App is fake
- 🐛 Not working at all
- 🐛 Rubbish app

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot find the TV
- No support to assist users
- App does not detect TV
- Screen goes black, cannot reset
- App does not detect devices


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control-plus/id1663632832)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control channels, volume, and apps with a familiar interface. Cast media and mirror your screen for a seamless entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, App launching and navigation, Media casting (photos, videos), Screen mirroring, Control soundbars and consoles, Intuitive interface

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote ◦ Universal Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote ◦ Universal Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $9.99 | per year |
| Smart, Universal TV Remote | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $29.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlimited access | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly app
- 🚀 Convenient to use
- ✨ Works well as a remote
- 💡 Useful when remote is broken

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Paywall restricts features
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🤔 Unclear free trial terms

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work with certain TV models
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, etc.)
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add support for more TV brands
- Improve subscription management
- Provide a one-time purchase option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Control for Ro free?

Remote Control for Ro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Remote Control for Ro or TV Remote?

TV Remote is rated higher. Remote Control for Ro averages 3.9 out of 5 from 152 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.5 from 564 ratings.

### Do Remote Control for Ro or TV Remote have ads?

TV Remote shows ads; Remote Control for Ro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Control for Ro or TV Remote?

Remote Control for Ro ships an update every 7 months, and TV Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, Remote Control for Ro was updated on October 27, 2026 and TV Remote on October 22, 2026.

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