# TV Remote vs Remote for Sam Control TVs

TV Remote and Remote for Sam Control TVs both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 55% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 6% of Remote for Sam Control TVs's. TV Remote also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (58K vs 132). Remote for Sam Control TVs's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence 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 Remote for Sam Control TVs sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 132, 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 6% of Remote for Sam Control TVs's.

TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, Remote for Sam Control TVs every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Remote for Sam Control TVs |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (58K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal/id1670649189/reviews)** | [4.4 (132 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-sam-control-tvs/id6736652635/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **58K** | 132 |
| Positive reviews | **55.4% of reviews** | 5.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#141** | — |
| Size | 62 MB | 142 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) | [Marko Bilun](https://appshunter.io/developer/1846390343) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

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

**Currently charting:** #141 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 for Sam Control TVs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-sam-control-tvs/id6736652635)

Control your TV with intuitive gestures, voice commands, or a trackpad. Launch apps, get AI movie recommendations, and manage your device effortlessly. This app offers a convenient way to interact with compatible TVs.

**Highlights:** Gyroscope gesture control, Voice command integration, AI movie recommendations, App launching, Trackpad control

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $9.99 | per year |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $9.99 | per year |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $14.99 | per year |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $14.99 | per year |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $19.99 | per year |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Remote for Sam Control TVs free?

Remote for Sam Control TVs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Remote for Sam Control TVs?

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 58K ratings, while Remote for Sam Control TVs averages 4.4 from 132 ratings.

### Do TV Remote or Remote for Sam Control TVs have ads?

TV Remote shows ads; Remote for Sam Control TVs does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Remote for Sam Control TVs?

TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, and Remote for Sam Control TVs every 2 days. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on September 28, 2026 and Remote for Sam Control TVs on August 27, 2026.

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