# TV Remote vs Remote Control For LCRM

The clearest difference is update cadence: TV Remote at every 4 days against Remote Control For LCRM's every 4 months. TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (58K vs 1) and chart position (#170 vs unranked). Remote Control For LCRM's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Remote Control For LCRM sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Control For LCRM holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 58K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, Remote Control For LCRM every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Remote Control For LCRM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (58K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-lcrm/id6444843713/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **58K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 55.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#170** | — |
| Size | 62 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Zap Software Studio BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793745371) | [Pin Creation Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759292053) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

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

**Currently charting:** #170 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote control for your smart TV. This app supports a wide variety of popular TV brands, consolidating all your remotes into one convenient device. Enjoy a simplified TV-watching experience.

**Highlights:** Control smart TVs with phone, Supports wide range of brands, Eliminates multiple remotes, LG, Roku, Samsung, Sony, Philips support, Simplified TV experience

**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


### Remote Control For LCRM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-lcrm/id6444843713)

Transform your iPhone into a smart remote for compatible TVs. Control your entire smart home experience with features like video casting and Wi-Fi connectivity. Enjoy intelligent living with this app.

**Highlights:** Video Cast Supported, YouTube Cast Supported, Wi-Fi Remote Control, Smart TV Remote, Easy Connection, Search and Setting Functions

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LG Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| LG Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| LG Premium Lifetime | $18.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Remote Control For LCRM free?

Remote Control For LCRM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Remote Control For LCRM?

Remote Control For LCRM is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 58K ratings, while Remote Control For LCRM averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do TV Remote or Remote Control For LCRM have ads?

Both TV Remote and Remote Control For LCRM show ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Remote Control For LCRM?

TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, and Remote Control For LCRM every 4 months. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on September 26, 2026 and Remote Control For LCRM on September 18, 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.*