# TV Remote vs Universal TV Remote Control＊

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 (#29 vs #199). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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 15 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 4.6 for Universal TV Remote Control＊. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 60K and 32K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 16% of Universal TV Remote Control＊'s.

TV Remote ships an update every 3 days, Universal TV Remote Control＊ fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 2, 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)** | [4.6 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6477382010/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **60K** | 32K |
| Positive reviews | **56.3% of reviews** | 15.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #199 | **#29** |
| Size | 63 MB | 205 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zap Software Studio BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793745371) | [VISARGERD, S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584764978) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

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

**Currently charting:** #199 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

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/id6477382010)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Grossing · Utilities, #94 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Lite | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week PRO: 3 days FREE | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Lite | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week Standard | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Days Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Lite | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Semana Lite | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Days Free Trial | $10.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week PRO: 3 days FREE | $10.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Days Free Trial | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote PRO - Monthly Access | $24.99 | per month |
| Voucher | $24.99 | per 2 months |
| Voucher | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Basic | $35.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Plus: 3 days free | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## 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＊?

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 32K 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 #199 in the App Store charts, and Universal TV Remote Control＊ at #29. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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