# TV Remote vs Android TV Remote Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Android TV Remote Control at 89% against TV Remote's 55%. Android TV Remote Control also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). TV Remote's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (58K vs 71). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Android TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 58K ratings behind it against 71, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 89% of Android TV Remote Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, Android TV Remote Control weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Android TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (58K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189/reviews)** | [4.2 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/android-tv-remote-control/id6711348143/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **58K** | 71 |
| Positive reviews | 55.4% of reviews | **88.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#171** | — |
| Size | 62 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zap Software Studio BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793745371) | [Codematics Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225541389) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

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

**Currently charting:** #171 Top Free · Utilities, #188 Top Grossing · 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


### Android TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/android-tv-remote-control/id6711348143)

Control your Android TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate menus, control volume, search with your voice, and use your phone as a touchpad. Quickly open apps and enjoy lag-free control.

**Highlights:** Seamless WiFi connectivity, Full remote control functions, Voice search capabilities, Keyboard input for searches, Touchpad functionality, One-click app opening

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Ad Free Version | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Ad Free Version | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Ad Free Version | $69.99 | per year |
| Remove Full Screen Ads | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ad Free Version | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to download and operate
- 👍 Saves time and works like a charm
- 👍 Perfect app for controlling Android TV functions
- 👍 Saves time and works better than physical remotes
- 👍 Fantastic features and smooth interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inutile
- 🐛 تبن

**Reported bugs**

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- تبن


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Android TV Remote Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Android TV Remote Control?

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 58K ratings, while Android TV Remote Control averages 4.2 from 71 ratings.

### Do TV Remote or Android TV Remote Control have ads?

Both TV Remote and Android TV Remote Control show ads.

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

TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, and Android TV Remote Control weekly. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on September 25, 2026 and Android TV Remote Control on September 22, 2026.

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