# TV Remote, Universal Remote vs Remote for Android TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote for Android TV at 72% against TV Remote, Universal Remote's 26%. Remote for Android TV also leads on ratings volume (12K vs 2.9K). TV Remote, Universal Remote's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote, Universal Remote sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Remote for Android TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote, Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.9K and 12K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 26% of TV Remote, Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 72% of Remote for Android TV's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

TV Remote, Universal Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote for Android TV monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote, Universal Remote | Remote for Android TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id1660719609/reviews)** | [4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-tv/id1668755298/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2.9K | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | 25.9% of reviews | **71.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Inston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1660719611) | [Raghav Ahuja](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651077703) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote, Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id1660719609)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control power, volume, channels, and menus for over 1000 TV models worldwide. Simplify your entertainment setup and eliminate the need for multiple physical remotes.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Power on/off, Volume adjustment, Channel navigation, Menu access, Simple setup, Wide compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Access IPTV Channels - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro: Unlock All | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro: Full Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro: Ultimate Access | $12.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Access IPTV Channels - Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro: Unlimited Access | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Subscription | $6.99 | one-time |
| Access All Features | $6.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro | $27.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $32.99 | one-time |
| Access IPTV Channel - Lifetime | $32.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🙌 Helpful for finding lost remote
- 💡 Allows room/location customization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Excessive paid features
- 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
- 📺 Compatibility issues with some TV models
- 💤 Frequent ads interrupting usage

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to connect to TV
- Buttons not responding as expected
- Subscription not canceling properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to control more TV functions without subscription
- Option to disable ads in free version
- Support for more TV brands and models


### Remote for Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-tv/id1668755298)

Control your Android Smart TV with your phone or tablet. Features voice commands, a built-in keyboard for searches, and a touchpad for easy navigation. Quickly launch apps and manage volume directly from the application.

**Highlights:** Voice commands, Built-in keyboard for search, Touchpad control, Quick app launching, Volume information display, Physical remote emulation

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium access (3 Months) | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium access (6 Months) | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium access (12 Months) | $8.99 | per year |
| Premium access (Lifetime) | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful when remote is lost
- 🚀 Connects easily
- 👍 Minimalistic and fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buttons not working as expected
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with certain TVs
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches after updates
- 🐛 Requires constant reconnection

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working for TV connection
- Volume control not functioning
- Inconsistent button responsiveness
- Frequent disconnections from TV

**Requested features**

- Add TV settings button
- Implement a true trackpad with scroll function
- Allow customization of shortcut buttons
- Add landscape orientation support for tablets
- Provide a one-time purchase option to remove ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote, Universal Remote free?

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

### Is Remote for Android TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote, Universal Remote or Remote for Android TV?

TV Remote, Universal Remote is rated higher. TV Remote, Universal Remote averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Remote for Android TV averages 4.5 from 12K ratings.

### Do TV Remote, Universal Remote or Remote for Android TV have ads?

Both TV Remote, Universal Remote and Remote for Android TV show ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote, Universal Remote or Remote for Android TV?

TV Remote, Universal Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Remote for Android TV monthly. Most recently, TV Remote, Universal Remote was updated on October 27, 2026 and Remote for Android TV on October 28, 2026.

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