Comparison

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV vs TV Remote Universal Control #1

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

Head to head
About

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV

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
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••• TRY OUR FREE VERSION FIRST ••• Please check it works on your system before you buy using our FREE DirectVR Lite App! ••• THE ORIGINAL WIFI REMOTE ••• DirectVR Home Edition is a full function remote control for your networked DirecTV system, featuring: - Genie Support. - RVU Support for DirecTV Ready televisions. - Full screen remotes - Bookmarks - Program Information - Social Networking - Program Sharing - Built-in community features. ••• REQUIREMENTS ••• * DirecTV set-top box(es) models H21, HR20 and newer or a Genie System. * You must have DirecTV's "Home Networking" installation option. * You will need a basic understanding of your home's network setup. ••• PLEASE NOTE ••• * Download the LITE version first for FREE! * If it does not work, do not leave a bad review because we provide a free version for you to try first! * Does NOT control the television functions (volume, mute, power). * The DirectVR Touch Remote application is not affiliated with DirecTV Inc. ••• SKY TV Users ••• We have also had reports from users that this also works with Sky+HD receivers in Mexico & Brazil. We cannot provide support for Sky systems - that is community supported.

About

TV Remote Universal Control #1

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Navigate menus, use voice search, and cast media to your smart TV. Enjoy private listening with headphone support and convenient text input.

Highlights
  • Touchpad and keyboard navigation
  • Voice search functionality
  • Media casting from phone to TV
  • Headphone support for private listening
  • Text input via smartphone keyboard
  • Wide TV brand compatibility
Features
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Welcome to Smart TV Remote - your ultimate companion for remote control and television interaction. PAID FEATURES: EASY NAVIGATION: Glide through menus and options with a smooth touchpad and integrated keyboard. QUICK START: Instantly access your remote settings each time you launch the app. STUNNING UI: A sleek, user-friendly design for intuitive control. VOICE SEARCH: Command your TV and find content with simple voice commands. WIDE COMPATIBILITY: Works with numerous TV brands and models. (Please note, Smart TV Remote is a third-party app, unaffiliated with any specific TV manufacturer.) HEADPHONE SUPPORT: Connect headphones for private listening without disturbing others. TEXT INPUT: Use your smartphone's keyboard for quick text input on your TV. MEDIA SHARING: Cast media files, including photos and videos, from your phone to your TV screen. NEED SUPPORT? If you require assistance or have questions, our dedicated support team is here to help. DISCLAIMER: Smart TV Remote is an independent application. It is not an official product of any TV brand and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV manufacturer. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV4 screens
TV Remote Universal Control #13 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TV Remote Universal Control #1 at Free against DirectVR Remote for DirecTV's $0.99. TV Remote Universal Control #1 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). DirectVR Remote for DirecTV's advantage is review sentiment (44% vs 0%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ratings volume, ads and device support 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

TV Remote Universal Control #1 is free to download; DirectVR Remote for DirecTV costs $0.99 up front. TV Remote Universal Control #1 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. DirectVR Remote for DirecTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Universal Control #1 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 34 and 27 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of DirectVR Remote for DirecTV's written reviews are positive against 0% of TV Remote Universal Control #1's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV ships an update every 4 months, TV Remote Universal Control #1 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
DirectVR Remote for DirecTV versus TV Remote Universal Control #1: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirectVR Remote for DirecTVTV Remote Universal Control #1
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating2.2 (34 ratings)4.9 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings34 — better27
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#139 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRMR LabzMutludev

Customer experience

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV

All ratings34 ratings
Positive29.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative70.6%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive43.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative54.1%

TV Remote Universal Control #1

All ratings27 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote Universal Control #1

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Weekly premium$9.997 Days
  • Yearly premium$49.991 Year

Questions

Is DirectVR Remote for DirecTV free?
DirectVR Remote for DirecTV costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote Universal Control #1 free?
TV Remote Universal Control #1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or TV Remote Universal Control #1?
TV Remote Universal Control #1 is rated higher. DirectVR Remote for DirecTV averages 2.2 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while TV Remote Universal Control #1 averages 4.9 from 27 ratings.
Do DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or TV Remote Universal Control #1 have ads?
Neither DirectVR Remote for DirecTV nor TV Remote Universal Control #1 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or TV Remote Universal Control #1?
DirectVR Remote for DirecTV ships an update every 4 months, and TV Remote Universal Control #1 every 3 weeks. Most recently, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV was updated on November 1, 2026 and TV Remote Universal Control #1 on October 24, 2026.

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