# TV Remote, Universal Remote vs Remote Control for Android TV

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote, Universal Remote at 4.8 against Remote Control for Android TV's 4.3. TV Remote, Universal Remote also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). Remote Control for Android TV's advantage is review sentiment (34% vs 26%). On price, ratings volume, 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 Control for Android TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.9K and 2.1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 26% of TV Remote, Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 34% of Remote Control 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 Control for Android TV every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote, Universal Remote | Remote Control for Android TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id1660719609/reviews)** | [4.3 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-android-tv/id6443958773/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 2.1K |
| Positive reviews | 26.1% of reviews | **34.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Inston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1660719611) | [MOBILESOURCE CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624979797) |

## 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 Control for Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-android-tv/id6443958773)

Transform your smartphone into a versatile remote for your Android TV. Easily control multiple smart TVs and TV boxes from one device, offering a convenient alternative to traditional remotes. Enjoy features like touchpad navigation and app control.

**Highlights:** Control multiple Android TVs, Automatic network scanning for TV detection, Touchpad navigation, Control installed TV apps, Universal compatibility with various brands, No setup required

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Remote | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Automatic device detection
- 🚀 Responsive remote control
- 💡 Useful for when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Frequent disconnections
- 📢 Excessive ads
- 🔒 Unreliable pairing

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on connection attempt
- Buttons not working as expected
- Inability to turn TV on/off

**Requested features**

- Add TV power on/off functionality
- Improve mouse/keyboard support
- Reduce ad frequency
- Enhance reliability and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote, Universal Remote free?

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

### Is Remote Control for Android TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote, Universal Remote or Remote Control 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 Control for Android TV averages 4.3 from 2.1K ratings.

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

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

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

TV Remote, Universal Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Remote Control for Android TV every 5 months. Most recently, TV Remote, Universal Remote was updated on September 23, 2026 and Remote Control for Android TV on September 22, 2026.

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