Comparison

TouchControl Universal Remote vs DAC

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

Head to head
About

TouchControl Universal Remote

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
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Please get the FREE TouchControl Server (designer) app for macOS (from the Mac App Store) or Windows (at www.touchapptech.com) and try it out before purchasing this app for your iOS device to make sure that TouchControl will meet your needs. Also please note that the server/designer does *NOT* need to be running 24/7 to use TouchControl on your iOS device! With TouchControl, you can turn any iOS device into a universal network, infrared, and PC remote control! With TouchControl you can create FULLY CUSTOMIZED remote control screens for your Mac or PC, A/V and other infrared- or network-controlled devices (IMPORTANT: additional hardware required for IR control). The free Mac or Windows PC software provides user interface (remote control) design functionality, and can also optionally enable running programs, executing commands and scripts, and controlling the mouse and keyboard on your Windows computer directly from your iOS device, giving you almost unlimited control. The Windows server also natively supports the USB-UIRT for PC-based IR control. TouchControl gives you more than any other iOS remote automation app: • Direct device-to-device control of iTach and GC-100 network adapters (www.globalcache.com), iRTrans LAN adapters (www.irtrans.com), network attached A/V equipment, Keene IR Anywhere, smart bulbs and other smart appliances, and more (just about anything that's network attached)! • Integrated IR code database for Global Caché adapters. Over 138,000 searchable IR code sets freely available in an easy-to-use interface to quickly and easily configure your Global Caché buttons! • DIrect control of Windows automation software such as AutoHotKey, EventGhost, Kodi, Girder, IRCommand2, and more! • Full 2-way control and TRUE automation with device feedback, custom scripting (Javascript), iCloud state, and more! • Build activities that can automatically discover and control any devices on your network that support Simple Service Discovery Protocol (SSDP). • Build activities for Apple Watch! (Direct control of HTTP devices from the watch is available, other TCP device control and 2-way communication provided via the paired iPhone app.) • Control your devices from a browser and schedule commands to run at set times via the built-in web server (in-app purchase required). • Execute buttons from Siri Shortcuts and Search results. • Mouse & keyboard control of your Windows PC, plus control of HTPC software such as WIndows Media Center, JRiver, XBMC, WinAmp, Pandora, and more! • Monitor your Mac or Windows desktop from your iOS device using the exclusive TouchControl Screen Grabber! • Fully customizable user interface on your iOS device! REQUIREMENTS: A Mac or Windows PC is required to design and configure the remote control activities (screens, devices, buttons, etc.) used in TouchControl via the FREE TouchControl Server software. However, the server DOES NOT need to be running 24x7 on your network to use TouchControl on your iOS device (only required for those features that require a Mac or PC, such as running desktop commands & programs, mouse/keyboard control, screen grabber, AutoHotKey, etc.). Please visit http://www.touchapptech.com to learn more about the devices that can be controlled with TouchControl, and to make sure you meet the requirements. You are encouraged to install and try the FREE Mac or Windows server/designer software before purchasing the iOS app and verify it meets your needs. Mac server available in the Mac App Store. Windows server available on the TouchControl web site. ** IMPORTANT ** All feedback is welcome in the App Store; however, support for this app is provided via the TouchControl website/email only, as there is no mechanism available to address problems reported via the App Store. If you have any problems with TouchControl, PLEASE contact support via the web site contact form.

About

DAC

Access and play your owned media content from various providers seamlessly. Enjoy ad-free, high-quality playback online or offline, with the option to stream to larger screens. No extra devices or subscriptions are needed for hassle-free access.

Highlights
  • Access media from content providers
  • Ad-free playback
  • High picture and audio quality
  • Online and offline playback
  • Stream to bigger screens via AirPlay
  • No extra devices or subscriptions required
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Experience your media like never before with DAC Player. Easily access media from your favourite content providers. Watch or listen to the content you own—ad-free and in the highest picture and audio quality. Enjoy seamless playback, whether online or offline. Stream to bigger screens via AirPlay for an even more immersive experience. With DAC Player, access to your content is hassle-free—no extra devices, no subscriptions required. Always available, always accessible.

Screenshots

TouchControl Universal Remote4 screens
DAC3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DAC at Free against TouchControl Universal Remote's $5.99. DAC also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5). TouchControl Universal Remote's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 50%). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

DAC is free to download; TouchControl Universal Remote costs $5.99 up front. TouchControl Universal Remote sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. DAC asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TouchControl Universal Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, DAC every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TouchControl Universal Remote versus DAC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTouchControl Universal RemoteDAC
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (39 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.2% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings39 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB43 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTouch App Technologies, LLC1o1media

Customer experience

TouchControl Universal Remote

All ratings39 ratings
Positive82.1%
Neutral2.6%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews67 reviews
Positive67.2%
Neutral3.0%
Negative29.9%

DAC

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

TouchControl Universal Remote

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App crashes after update
  • Cannot login to new devices
  • Software stuck in demo mode
  • App crashes frequently
  • Does not work with certain devices
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  • Cannot find servers
  • Does not work on 3G

Requested features

7 requests
  • Timer for scheduled commands
  • Apple Watch app with custom menus
  • Dark mode option
  • More intuitive interface for beginners
  • Easier import of image sets
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  • Screen capture feature for interface design
  • 3G support for remote access

DAC

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

TouchControl Universal Remote

One-time5
  • IRCommand2$1.99
  • AutoHotKey$1.99
  • Global Caché$1.99
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  • iRTrans$1.99
  • Web Server$2.99
None

DAC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TouchControl Universal Remote free?
TouchControl Universal Remote costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is DAC free?
DAC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TouchControl Universal Remote or DAC have ads?
Neither TouchControl Universal Remote nor DAC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TouchControl Universal Remote or DAC?
TouchControl Universal Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, and DAC every 3 weeks. Most recently, TouchControl Universal Remote was updated on November 2, 2026 and DAC on November 4, 2026.

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