# TouchControl Universal Remote vs Remote Control for Harmony Hub

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Remote Control for Harmony Hub at none against TouchControl Universal Remote's 5. Remote Control for Harmony Hub also leads on chart position (#193 vs unranked) and ratings volume (121 vs 39). TouchControl Universal Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (67% vs 57%). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

TouchControl Universal Remote costs $5.99 and Remote Control for Harmony Hub $4.99 up front. TouchControl Universal Remote sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Remote Control for Harmony Hub asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for TouchControl Universal Remote against 4.3 for Remote Control for Harmony Hub. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 121 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of TouchControl Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 57% of Remote Control for Harmony Hub's.

TouchControl Universal Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, Remote Control for Harmony Hub every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TouchControl Universal Remote | Remote Control for Harmony Hub |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | [4.3 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchcontrol-universal-remote/id360139270/reviews) | **[4.3 (121 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-harmony-hub/id1459070853/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 39 | **121** |
| Positive reviews | **67.2% of reviews** | 56.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#193** |
| Size | 40 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Touch App Technologies, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/360139273) | [Islandbit Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1073040697) |

## What reviewers say

### TouchControl Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchcontrol-universal-remote/id360139270)

Transform your iOS device into a universal remote for your network, PC, and infrared devices. Design custom control screens and automate tasks with extensive device support and scripting capabilities.

**Highlights:** Universal network, PC, and IR remote, Customizable control screens, Direct device-to-device control, Integrated IR code database, Windows PC mouse & keyboard control, Automation scripting with Javascript, Apple Watch activity support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IRCommand2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| AutoHotKey | $1.99 | one-time |
| Global Caché | $1.99 | one-time |
| iRTrans | $1.99 | one-time |
| Web Server | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful and flexible customization
- 💡 Replaces iRule effectively
- 👍 Excellent and responsive tech support
- 💰 Great value for the price
- 🔌 Integrates with various devices and software

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Steep learning curve
- 💻 Requires PC/server software
- 🤔 Complex and confusing for some
- 🐛 App crashes after updates
- 🚫 Not user-friendly for novices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after update
- Cannot login to new devices
- Software stuck in demo mode
- App crashes frequently
- Does not work with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Timer for scheduled commands
- Apple Watch app with custom menus
- Dark mode option
- More intuitive interface for beginners
- Easier import of image sets


### Remote Control for Harmony Hub

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-harmony-hub/id1459070853)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

Control your home entertainment system and smart devices using your iOS or Mac device. Seamlessly switch between activities like watching TV or streaming content. Manage devices and accessories with an intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** Control Harmony Hub from iOS and macOS, Switch between entertainment activities, Manage TV volume and channels, Navigate app menus, Control smart home accessories, Automatic Hub discovery

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works as advertised
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Controls multiple hubs
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Better than official app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buttons disappeared after update
- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 🐛 Cannot add more devices
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 No setup support

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons disappeared after Tahoe OS update
- No response from support
- Cannot add more devices
- Inconsistent when it works
- Stuck on 'Reset Saved Hub(s)'

**Requested features**

- Display hub names instead of IPs
- Add more devices and activities
- Map Mac arrow keys to direction buttons
- Map Return to Select
- Map 'M' to Menu


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TouchControl Universal Remote free?

TouchControl Universal Remote costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Remote Control for Harmony Hub free?

Remote Control for Harmony Hub costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, TouchControl Universal Remote or Remote Control for Harmony Hub?

Remote Control for Harmony Hub is rated higher. TouchControl Universal Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Remote Control for Harmony Hub averages 4.3 from 121 ratings.

### Do TouchControl Universal Remote or Remote Control for Harmony Hub have ads?

Neither TouchControl Universal Remote nor Remote Control for Harmony Hub shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TouchControl Universal Remote or Remote Control for Harmony Hub?

TouchControl Universal Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, and Remote Control for Harmony Hub every 5 months. Most recently, TouchControl Universal Remote was updated on November 10, 2026 and Remote Control for Harmony Hub on November 6, 2026.

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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.*