# Secrets vs Universal TV, Remote Control

The clearest difference is price: Universal TV, Remote Control at Free against Secrets's $9.99. Universal TV, Remote Control also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.1). Secrets's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Universal TV, Remote Control is free to download; Secrets costs $9.99 up front. Universal TV, Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Secrets asks for nothing beyond the download.

Secrets ships an update every 3 weeks, Universal TV, Remote Control monthly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Secrets | Universal TV, Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | — | **[4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6476616222/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 16.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.1 | **15.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michel Willems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1643523127) | [Arc Global](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664850643) |

## What reviewers say

### Secrets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secrets-data-vault/id1660778749)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal TV, Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6476616222)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Easily control volume, channels, inputs, and access smart TV apps from a single, intuitive interface. Never lose your remote again.

**Highlights:** Universal TV compatibility, Easy Wi-Fi setup, Full TV control (volume, channels, inputs), Smart TV app access, Multi-TV support, Sleek user interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote PRO Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control Pro (Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote PRO Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Remote PRO Annual | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Stable and functional
- 🤩 Perfect remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Difficult to use
- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 🚫 Scam/false charges

**Reported bugs**

- Can't connect to TV
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, false charges)
- App freezes/crashes

**Requested features**

- Add streaming app icons to remote
- More robust features beyond basic navigation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Secrets free?

Secrets costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Universal TV, Remote Control free?

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

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

Neither Secrets nor Universal TV, Remote Control shows ads.

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

Secrets ships an update every 3 weeks, and Universal TV, Remote Control monthly. Most recently, Secrets was updated on October 30, 2026 and Universal TV, Remote Control on October 30, 2026.

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