# TV Remote, Universal Remote vs Air Conditioner Control App

The clearest difference is ads: Air Conditioner Control App at none against TV Remote, Universal Remote's shown. TV Remote, Universal Remote's advantage is ratings volume (2.9K vs 59) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote, Universal Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Air Conditioner Control App sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 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 59, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote, Universal Remote | Air Conditioner Control App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-remote/id1660719609/reviews)** | [4.5 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/air-conditioner-control-app/id6717596842/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 59 |
| Positive reviews | 25.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Inston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1660719611) | [Preston Rice](https://appshunter.io/developer/1776464433) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $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 |
| 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 |
| Lifetime Pro | $27.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $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


### Air Conditioner Control App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/air-conditioner-control-app/id6717596842)

Control your air conditioner remotely from your phone. Adjust settings, power on/off, and set the perfect temperature from anywhere with an internet connection. Enjoy a smarter, more convenient lifestyle.

**Highlights:** Remote AC control, Power on/off, Adjust settings, Set temperature, Intuitive interface, Smart lifestyle convenience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| airConditionerWeeklyTrial | $6.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote, Universal Remote free?

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

### Is Air Conditioner Control App free?

Air Conditioner Control App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote, Universal Remote or Air Conditioner Control App?

TV Remote, Universal Remote is rated higher. TV Remote, Universal Remote averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Air Conditioner Control App averages 4.5 from 59 ratings.

### Do TV Remote, Universal Remote or Air Conditioner Control App have ads?

TV Remote, Universal Remote shows ads; Air Conditioner Control App does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote, Universal Remote or Air Conditioner Control App?

TV Remote, Universal Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Air Conditioner Control App every 3 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote, Universal Remote was updated on November 4, 2026 and Air Conditioner Control App on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*