Comparison

Remote for Android TV vs TVRe

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Remote for Android TV

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
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Remote for Android TV application allows you to control your Android Smart TV instead of using a physical remote. ◆ VOICE and KEYBOARD SUPPORTED ◆ Features: ◆ Voice commands ◆ Built-in keyboard for search ◆ Touchpad ◆ Quick launch applications ◆ Volume information directly visible on the application ◆ Control your TV as you normally would with a physical remote ◆ Your last remote is saved for quick and easy access ◆ More exiting features coming soon.. Connect your phone/tablet to the same WiFi network as your TV device for the application to work. Have questions or feedback? Drop us an email to support@simha.tech DISCLAIMER - This is not an official app by Google. Privacy Policy: https://simhasoftware.com/remote-atv/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TVRe

Features
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Control your TV effortlessly with Universal TV Remote Control. Turn your smartphone into a powerful all-in-one remote and enjoy seamless control across multiple brands and platforms without needing multiple remotes. This app works with a wide range of popular Smart TVs and streaming devices. Key Features: - Fast and easy connection to compatible Smart TVs - Full remote control with navigation buttons (up, down, left, right, OK) - Smooth touchpad mouse for supported TVs for precise navigation - Built-in keyboard for quick and easy text input - Numpad for direct channel switching - Power button to turn your TV on/off instantly - Volume and channel controls at your fingertips - Playback controls: play, pause, forward, rewind - Search functionality to find content faster - Access to TV settings for advanced control With an intuitive interface and responsive controls, you can manage your TV experience effortlessly. No more typing with your TV remote—use your phone's keyboard for faster searches and logins. Enjoy a smooth and enhanced viewing experience while using popular streaming apps directly from your phone. Easily navigate menus, browse content, and control playback without interruptions. Whether you're watching movies, streaming shows, or browsing content, Universal TV Remote Control provides a reliable and user-friendly experience tailored for everyday use. The app is optimized for performance and stability, ensuring a fast connection and minimal delay while controlling your TV. It is the perfect companion for your Smart TV, giving you more control and flexibility. You can try certain features for free to test compatibility with your device, but for full access please review our subscription plans. Privacy Policy: https://tugberktabak.github.io/tv-remote-control/privacy Support: https://tugberktabak.github.io/tv-remote-control/support Terms of Use: https://tugberktabak.github.io/tv-remote-control/terms

Screenshots

Remote for Android TV4 screens
TVRe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TVRe at none against Remote for Android TV's shown. Remote for Android TV's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Remote for Android TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 3 months and TVRe sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Remote for Android TV versus TVRe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote for Android TVTVRe
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (12K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings12K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRaghav AhujaTugberk Tabak

Bugs and requests

Remote for Android TV

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Keyboard not working for TV connection
  • Volume control not functioning
  • Inconsistent button responsiveness
  • Frequent disconnections from TV

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

TVRe

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Remote for Android TV

Subscriptions3
  • Premium access (3 Months)$3.993 Months
  • Premium access (6 Months)$5.996 Months
  • Premium access (12 Months)$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium access (Lifetime)$19.99
1 purchases

TVRe

One-time1
  • Full Access$14.99

Questions

Is Remote for Android TV free?
Remote for Android TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TVRe free?
TVRe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote for Android TV or TVRe have ads?
Remote for Android TV shows ads; TVRe does not.

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