# TV Remote vs Universal TV Remote Control・

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV Remote Control・ at none against TV Remote's shown. Universal TV Remote Control・ also leads on chart position (#27 vs unranked). TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote Control・ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for TV Remote against 4.8 for Universal TV Remote Control・. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 60K and 84K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 61% of Universal TV Remote Control・'s.

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, Universal TV Remote Control・ weekly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Universal TV Remote Control・ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189/reviews) | **[4.8 (84K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 60K | **84K** |
| Positive reviews | 56.3% of reviews | **61.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#27** |
| Size | 63 MB | 140 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zap Software Studio BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793745371) | [toggle apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782091955) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189)

Control your smart TV using your smartphone. This app supports numerous brands and models, consolidating multiple remotes into one device. Enjoy a simplified TV-watching experience.

**Highlights:** Smart TV control via phone, Supports wide range of brands, Eliminates need for multiple remotes, Easy TV-watching experience, Compatible with popular brands

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
- 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
- 🚀 Quick connection to TV

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some TV models
- 🐛 Keyboard not working on some TVs
- 🐛 Disconnects frequently

**Reported bugs**

- App force closes when connecting to certain TVs
- Volume controls not working on some TVs
- Remote buttons not responding consistently

**Requested features**

- Add ability to turn TV on/off
- Improve keyboard functionality
- Expand TV brand compatibility
- Add option to save connected TV


### Universal TV Remote Control・

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Grossing · Utilities, #40 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Control your TV, streaming device, soundbar, and more from your smartphone. Offers a touchpad, D-pad, keyboard, and media controls for easy device management. Includes step-by-step guides and 24/7 support.

**Highlights:** Power On/Off, Touchpad and D-Pad, Keyboard input, TV Apps Management, Media Player Control, Sound Regulation, Numpad for Channels

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Individual Weekly Pro Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Family Weekly Pro Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Family Weekly Pro Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Individual Yearly Pro Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote for Mobile | Free | one-time |
| Individual Lifetime - Pro Plan | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast connection and pairing
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 💡 Works with various TV models
- 🙌 Helpful when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription required for basic features
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data collection
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance, random disconnections
- 🙄 Aggressive upselling of premium version

**Reported bugs**

- TV not detected or recognized
- Buttons not functioning as expected
- App crashes or freezes during use

**Requested features**

- Volume control without subscription
- One-time purchase option instead of subscription
- More transparent pricing and feature details


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Universal TV Remote Control・ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Universal TV Remote Control・?

Universal TV Remote Control・ is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 60K ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 from 84K ratings.

### Do TV Remote or Universal TV Remote Control・ have ads?

TV Remote shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control・ does not.

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

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, and Universal TV Remote Control・ weekly. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on November 6, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control・ on November 6, 2026.

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