Comparison

Off Remote vs TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

Off Remote

Control your PC or Mac remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Turn off, lock, sleep, log off, or restart your computer with ease. Schedule future shutdowns or check if computers are off from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Turn off, lock, sleep, restart, log off
  • Schedule future shutdowns
  • Check computer power status
  • Control multiple computers
  • Send messages before shutdown
  • Automatic computer discovery
  • Password protection
Features
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Off Remote lets you turn off, lock, sleep, log off and restart a PC or Mac directly from your iDevice. Forgot to turn off the office computer? No need to get up. Want to stop the kid's marathon computer sessions? Do it remotely. The timer function lets you set Off to trigger up to 24 hours in the future so you can set a computer to automatically turn off after a task such as completing a download or upload or to automatically lock at a certain time to limit a child's screen time. If you want to know whether the computers in your house are turned off - you can check from your iDevice. If you use a computer to stream videos or audio to your living room, then you can turn it off when you are finished without getting out of the sofa. If you forget to turn things off at night then you can turn them off from wherever you are in the house. It's simple to use. It's very handy. It saves you the effort of walking to your computer! • Features • - Turn Off, Lock, Restart, Log off, Sleep and Hibernate (not all computers can hibernate). - Easily turn off your computer from anywhere in your house. - Send a message before you turn the computer off 'Go to bed - it's past your bedtime!' - Control any number of computers on your home network. - Simple set up - Off Remote uses the same technology as the iTunes remote to connect over your local network to the helper on your computer. - Automatically discovers your computers in your local network. - Password protection makes sure that only you can turn off your computers! - Supports Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Mac OS 10.5 Intel or higher. - Universal app is compatible with iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. • Reviews • “Off is a brilliant yet simple app that allows me to easily control the power state of all the PCs in my house. It also lets me check to make sure that when my daughter assures me she turned her computer off, that she really did.” “Very simple and easy to setup. When I say simple I didn't have to set anything up. Just install the server and the app picked up my laptop straight away. All the buttons worked, it's amazing. No more having to get out if bed to turn the laptop off for the night.” '..it's the least you can do for the environment.' App Of My Eye. “such a simple program yet it's so handy at work and home I use It every day! and it's cool to be able to turn ur pc/mac off from your iPhone or iPod :D” “We often end up PC's being left on overnight and this app has helped us manage this ... ” • System Requirements • - Supports Windows 7 to 10 - Supports Mac OS 10.7 and above • Languages • Off Remote is currently translated to 8 languages. If you are willing to translate it to your language, or would like to improve the translations, please head over to hobbyistsoftware.com and follow the links • Subscription Information • Off Remote is supported through an auto-renewing subscription which you can choose to purchase within the app. • The subscription is called 'Full Control - Annual' • It is an annual subscription. It lets you use all features and removes adverts. • It helps to support ongoing development and updating of the app • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Terms of use are available at https://HobbyistSoftware.com/terms • Privacy policy is available at https://HobbyistSoftware.com/privacy

About

TV Remote

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Effortlessly control multiple devices, navigate with a touchpad, and use smart text input for searches. Enjoy quick app access and full playback control from your wrist or phone.

Highlights
  • Multi-device control
  • Smart Wi-Fi detection and pairing
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Smart text and voice input
  • Apple Watch control
  • One-tap app launching
  • Full playback control
Features
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TV Remote: Control Smart TV transforms your iPhone into a powerful universal remote, allowing you to effortlessly control a wide range of smart TVs and streaming devices. No more juggling multiple physical remotes – one app is all you need to manage all your streaming equipment. ## KEY FEATURES ### Multi-Device Control Supports a full range of mainstream streaming devices and smart TVs, with more compatible devices coming soon. ### Smart Detection Auto-discovers all compatible devices on your home Wi-Fi network. Instant pairing is available with no complicated setup steps. ### Multi-Room Management Switch seamlessly between devices in different rooms. You can instantly control streaming devices in the living room and smart TVs in the bedroom with just one tap. ### Touch Interface A large, responsive touchpad provides precise navigation. Enjoy smooth scrolling and quick launching of various video and audio apps. ### Smart Text Input Type with your iOS keyboard or issue voice commands – ideal for content searches and account logins. ### Apple Watch Support Take control of your devices right from your wrist. Adjust volume, navigate menus, and play/pause content effortlessly via Apple Watch. ### Quick App Access One-tap launch for popular streaming apps like Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Hulu, Prime Video and more, instantly starting your viewing experience. ### Full Playback Control Achieve full playback control across all controlled devices, including play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, and volume adjustment. ## WHY CHOOSE TV REMOTE: CONTROL SMART TV? This app breaks down ecosystem barriers with a unified interface for cross-platform control. It is fast, reliable, and constantly expanding with new features. Perfect for: • Households with multiple smart devices • Users wanting to replace multiple remote apps with just one • Anyone looking to reduce clutter from physical remotes • Cord-cutters seeking simplified control over their streaming setup ## COMPATIBILITY • Mainstream streaming devices • Smart TVs of various brands • iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch ## REQUIREMENTS • Streaming devices connected to your home Wi-Fi • iPhone/iPad on the same Wi-Fi network as the controlled devices ## MEMBERSHIP (Optional) • Monthly: $1.99/month • Annual: $9.99/year Premium Benefits: Ad-free experience and priority customer support. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription via App Store settings. Privacy Policy: https://funnstudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/154000105273-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://funnstudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/154000105637-terms-of-use Disclaimer: Funnstudio is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any device manufacturers. TV Remote: Control Smart TV is third-party software and not an official product of any device brand. Download TV Remote: Control Smart TV now for true universal control of your smart entertainment devices!

Screenshots

Off Remote4 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.7 against Off Remote's 3.8. TV Remote also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and review sentiment (93% vs 56%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Off Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and TV Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 15K ratings behind it against 56, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Off Remote's written reviews are positive against 93% of TV Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Off Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, TV Remote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Off Remote versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOff RemoteTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (56 ratings)4.7 (15K ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.4% of reviews92.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5615K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHobbyist Software Limited君瑛 高

Customer experience

Off Remote

All ratings56 ratings
Positive67.9%
Neutral7.1%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews307 reviews
Positive56.4%
Neutral9.4%
Negative34.2%

TV Remote

All ratings15,449 ratings
Positive91.8%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews386 reviews
Positive92.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative4.9%

User reviews

Off Remote

From 56 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works as intended
  • 👍 Convenient and easy to use
  • 💡 Useful for controlling kids' screen time
  • 👍 Simple and straightforward

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data sharing
  • 💰 Expensive paid version
  • 🔒 Aggressive monetization with ads

TV Remote

From 15K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works well even when remote is lost
  • 👍 Convenient remote control on phone
  • 🔒 Connects easily to TV
  • 💡 Useful backup remote option
  • 👍 Free to use all features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
  • 💸 Ads can be intrusive
  • 🔍 Difficulty switching between TVs

Bugs and requests

Off Remote

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Doesn't work with certain Windows versions
  • Crashes or freezes on some devices
  • Unreliable connection to computers

Requested features

3 requests
  • Wake on LAN functionality
  • Remote desktop control
  • Ability to turn on computers remotely

TV Remote

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Volume controls not working for some users
  • App crashing on certain devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for Fire TV remote
  • Improve TV switching functionality
  • Reduce ad frequency

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Off Remote

Subscriptions4
  • Full Control - Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Full Control - Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Full Control - Annual7 Days trial$2.991 Year
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  • Full Control - Annual7 Days trial$4.991 Year
5 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly2 Months trial$2.991 Month
  • Annually7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time3
  • Croissant$1.99
  • Coffee$2.99
  • Pizza$3.99

Questions

Is Off Remote free?
Off Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Off Remote or TV Remote?
TV Remote is rated higher. Off Remote averages 3.8 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.7 from 15K ratings.
Do Off Remote or TV Remote have ads?
Neither Off Remote nor TV Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Off Remote or TV Remote?
Off Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, and TV Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Off Remote was updated on September 24, 2026 and TV Remote on September 23, 2026.

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