# TV Remote vs Remote TV Control・Universal

TV Remote and Remote TV Control・Universal both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 55% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 9% of Remote TV Control・Universal's. TV Remote also leads on ratings volume (58K vs 216) and chart position (#171 vs unranked). Remote TV Control・Universal's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, 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 TV Control・Universal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 58K ratings behind it against 216, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 9% of Remote TV Control・Universal's.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Remote TV Control・Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (58K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189/reviews)** | [4.4 (216 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-tv-controluniversal/id6736625178/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **58K** | 216 |
| Positive reviews | **55.4% of reviews** | 9.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#171** | — |
| Size | 62 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zap Software Studio BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793745371) | [Blerim Dervishi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1854114534) |

## 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


### Remote TV Control・Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-tv-controluniversal/id6736625178)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control volume, channels, and navigate streaming apps with a user-friendly interface. Connect via Wi-Fi or infrared for seamless entertainment management.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Smartphone to TV connection, Wi-Fi and infrared support, Volume and channel control, Streaming app navigation, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote TV Control・Universal | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote TV Control・Universal | $5.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Remote TV Control・Universal free?

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

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

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 58K ratings, while Remote TV Control・Universal averages 4.4 from 216 ratings.

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

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

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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.*