# DirectVR Remote for DirecTV vs atvTools

The clearest difference is rating: atvTools at 4.8 against DirectVR Remote for DirecTV's 2.2. atvTools also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and review sentiment (68% vs 44%). DirectVR Remote for DirecTV's advantage is iOS requirement (11.4 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV costs $0.99 and atvTools $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

atvTools holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 34 and 168 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of DirectVR Remote for DirecTV's written reviews are positive against 68% of atvTools's.

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV ships an update every 4 months, atvTools every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DirectVR Remote for DirecTV | atvTools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | [2.2 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/directvr-remote-for-directv/id400971700/reviews) | **[4.8 (168 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atvtools/id1661419573/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **168** |
| Positive reviews | 43.9% of reviews | **68.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #86 | **#21** |
| Size | 20 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.4** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RMR Labz](https://appshunter.io/developer/400971703) | [Oleksandr Hamlii](https://appshunter.io/developer/1661419575) |

## What reviewers say

### DirectVR Remote for DirecTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/directvr-remote-for-directv/id400971700)

**Currently charting:** #86 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

Control your DirecTV system over WiFi with this comprehensive remote app. It offers full-screen controls, program information, social sharing, and Genie/RVU support. A free version is available to test compatibility before purchasing.

**Highlights:** WiFi remote control, Genie and RVU support, Full screen remotes, Program information, Social networking and sharing, Built-in community features

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### atvTools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atvtools/id1661419573)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Paid · Utilities, #151 Top Paid (US App Store)

Control your Android TV devices remotely from your iOS device. Install apps, manage existing ones, transfer files, and even use your phone as a remote. Offers advanced features like shell commands and system monitoring.

**Highlights:** Install apps remotely, Manage TV apps (open, uninstall, disable), File transfer from phone to TV, Remote control and mouse mode, Run shell commands, System monitoring (CPU, RAM, storage), Screenshot and screen recording

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DirectVR Remote for DirecTV free?

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is atvTools free?

atvTools costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or atvTools?

atvTools is rated higher. DirectVR Remote for DirecTV averages 2.2 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while atvTools averages 4.8 from 168 ratings.

### Do DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or atvTools have ads?

Neither DirectVR Remote for DirecTV nor atvTools shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or atvTools?

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV ships an update every 4 months, and atvTools every 2 months. Most recently, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV was updated on October 14, 2026 and atvTools on October 16, 2026.

### Which is more popular, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or atvTools?

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV currently peaks at #86 in the App Store charts, and atvTools at #21. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*