# TV Remote, Universal Remote vs TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote, Universal Remote at 4.8 against TV Remote's 4.5. TV Remote, Universal Remote also leads on ratings volume (2.9K vs 549) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). TV Remote's advantage is review sentiment (39% vs 26%). 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 TV 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.

TV Remote, Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote, Universal Remote has 2.9K ratings behind it against 549, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 26% of TV Remote, Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 39% of TV Remote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote, Universal Remote | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id1660719609/reviews)** | [4.5 (549 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6444865789/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 549 |
| Positive reviews | 26.1% of reviews | **38.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Inston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1660719611) | [WarthogLab](https://appshunter.io/developer/890415554) |

## 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


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6444865789)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for over 10,000 TV models. Discover personalized show recommendations, manage watchlists, and track viewing history all in one app.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control for 10,000+ TV models, Wi-Fi connectivity (no extra hardware), Personalized show recommendations, Watchlist management, Viewing history tracker, Smart content filters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Plan Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote, Universal Remote free?

TV Remote, Universal Remote 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, TV Remote, Universal Remote or TV Remote?

TV Remote, Universal Remote is rated higher. TV Remote, Universal Remote averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.5 from 549 ratings.

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

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

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

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

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