Comparison

TV Remote vs Universal TV Remote Control*

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control a wide range of smart TV brands and models with ease, eliminating the need for multiple physical remotes. Simplify your entertainment experience by managing your TV directly from your phone.

Highlights
  • Control smart TVs with your phone
  • Supports multiple popular TV brands
  • Eliminates need for physical remotes
  • Easy to use interface
  • Quick connection to TV
Features
Currently charting
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With Universal Remote, you can control your Smart TV with just your phone! This versatile app supports a wide range of TV brands and models, eliminating the need for multiple remote controls.
 Download Universal Remote today and simplify your TV-watching experience! It works with the most popular brands: - LG - Roku - Samsung - Sony - Philips - Amazon Fire TV - Android TV & Google TV - Hisense - Vizio This application is an independent development, compatible with the mentioned brands or companies, but it is not officially related to or associated with them in any way. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://zap.studio/privacy-policy/

About

Universal TV Remote Control*

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control volume, launch apps, cast media, and mirror your screen seamlessly with an intuitive interface. Offers both free and premium features for enhanced control.

Highlights
  • Universal remote control for TV
  • Screen mirroring
  • Cast media
  • Intuitive remote UI
  • Launch TV apps
  • Ad-free premium experience
Features
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Control your Smart TV effortlessly with iMote — the ultimate universal remote control for TV. Whether you need a simple remote control for TV or a powerful smart TV remote, iMote transforms your smartphone into the perfect TV controller that works with all major TV brands. This universal remote app offers a seamless TV control experience that puts a smart TV remote and remote control for TV right in your pocket. Seamlessly manage your TV control with a single app: adjust volume, switch inputs, launch apps, or cast your favorite media with ease. iMote is the smart TV remote designed to simplify your entertainment experience and provide a universal remote solution for all your TV control needs. Download iMote now — the best universal remote for your TV — and unlock full control at your fingertips with this smart TV remote and TV controller app! ◉ FREE FEATURES: √ UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL FOR TV √ SCREEN MIRRORING Experience real-time screen mirroring with zero lag or interruptions. Stream your phone screen to your TV effortlessly, perfect for showing slideshows, watching movies, or playing mobile games on the big screen. This screen mirroring feature works flawlessly with your smart TV remote. √ CAST MEDIA Easily cast videos, photos, and music from your smartphone or tablet to your Smart TV. Enjoy seamless media casting with just a few taps using your universal remote control for TV. √ INTUITIVE REMOTE UI Navigate your TV with a sleek, easy-to-use interface designed to mimic traditional remotes, making your TV controller experience smooth and straightforward. √ APPS SCREEN Manage and launch TV apps directly from your phone. Browse streaming services and installed apps without the need for the physical remote control. √ PERSONALIZE SETTINGS Customize iMote to fit your preferences. Adjust settings for a personalized TV control experience with your smart TV remote. ◉ PREMIUM FEATURES: √ NO ADS Enjoy an uninterrupted, ad-free experience when upgrading to iMote Premium. √ ADVANCED REMOTE FUNCTIONS Unlock advanced playback controls such as fast forward and rewind, plus customizable button layouts for a truly personalized TV controller. √ UNLIMITED CASTING & SCREEN MIRRORING Cast and mirror any media without restrictions. Stream videos, photos, and music or mirror your device screen to your TV in real-time, completely interruption-free with this powerful smart TV remote and universal remote control for TV. √ PRIORITY SUPPORT Get fast, priority assistance with iMote Premium customer support for any questions or issues. Take your TV control to the next level with iMote — the universal remote control for TV that combines simplicity, power, and smart TV remote features all in one app. Download now and enjoy total TV control! Get faster assistance with priority customer support when you upgrade to iMote Premium. Download iMote for FREE or upgrade to Premium for full access to all pro features. You can cancel your subscription anytime in the phone settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off. This application is an independent development, compatible with the mentioned brands or companies, but it is not officially related to or associated with them in any way. ◉ CONTACT: For app support please contact us at: info@imote.app Terms of use: https://imote.app/terms-of-use Privacy policy: https://imote.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

TV Remote3 screens
Universal TV Remote Control*4 screens

Verdict

The call

TV Remote and Universal TV Remote Control* both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 56% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 16% of Universal TV Remote Control*'s. TV Remote also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly) and device support (3 vs 1). Universal TV Remote Control*'s advantage is chart position (#28 vs #173). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote Control* sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for TV Remote against 4.6 for Universal TV Remote Control*. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 60K and 31K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 16% of Universal TV Remote Control*'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, Universal TV Remote Control* fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote versus Universal TV Remote Control*: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteUniversal TV Remote Control*
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (60K ratings) — better4.6 (31K ratings)
Positive reviews56.3% of reviews — better15.6% of reviews
Number of ratings60K — better31K
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#173#28 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB205 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZap Software Studio BVVISARGERD, S.L.

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings60,126 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral2.5%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews1,371 reviews
Positive56.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative39.0%

Universal TV Remote Control*

All ratings31,440 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative8.4%
Written reviews1,026 reviews
Positive15.6%
Neutral4.4%
Negative80.0%

User reviews

TV Remote

From 60K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Universal TV Remote Control*

From 31K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🤩 Great remote control
  • 👍 Convenient to use
  • 💡 Useful for lost remotes

Room to improve

  • ⚠️ Misleading about being free
  • 🔒 Paywall/subscription required
  • 🚫 Doesn't work with all TVs
  • 🔌 Connectivity issues
  • 💰 Expensive subscription

Bugs and requests

TV Remote

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Universal TV Remote Control*

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App doesn't work without a physical remote
  • Inability to turn TV on/off properly
  • Frequent disconnections and loss of connection

Requested features

3 requests
  • Improve compatibility with more TV models
  • Provide a truly free version with full functionality
  • Improve customer support and troubleshooting

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Annual Premium$19.991 Year
15 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control*

Subscriptions15
  • 1 Week Lite$5.997 Days
  • 1 week PRO: 3 days FREE3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • 1 Week Lite7 Days trial3 variants$9.997 Days
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  • 1 week Standard7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • 3 Days Free Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • 1 Week Lite$9.997 Days
  • 1 Semana Lite7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • 3 Days Free Trial3 Days trial$10.997 Days
  • 1 week PRO: 3 days FREE3 Days trial$10.997 Days
  • 3 Days Free Trial3 Days trial$11.997 Days
  • Remote PRO - Monthly Access3 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • Voucher$24.992 Months
  • Voucher$29.993 Months
  • 1 Year Basic$35.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plus: 3 days free3 Days trial$49.991 Year

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*?
TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 60K ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control* averages 4.6 from 31K ratings.
Do TV Remote or Universal TV Remote Control* have ads?
Both TV Remote and Universal TV Remote Control* show ads.
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* fortnightly. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on November 2, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control* on November 2, 2026.
Which is more popular, TV Remote or Universal TV Remote Control*?
TV Remote currently peaks at #173 in the App Store charts, and Universal TV Remote Control* at #28. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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