DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV vs SmartRemote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV
This free app allows you to test your DirecTV setup for compatibility with a Wi-Fi remote. It works with specific DirecTV HD set-top box models and requires home networking. It does not control TV functions like volume.
- Test DirecTV setup compatibility
- Wi-Fi remote functionality
- Works with specific DirecTV HD models
- Lite version for testing
- Potential Sky+HD receiver compatibility
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**** THE ORIGINAL FREE WIFI REMOTE **** Using this Free/Lite version of DirectVR. You can now TEST your DirecTV setup for compatibility before committing to the full version. **** SKY TV USERS **** We have also had reports from users that this also works with Sky+HD receivers in Mexico & Brazil. **** REQUIREMENTS **** * DirecTV high-definition set-top box(es) models H21, HR20, Genie and newer. * You MUST have the DirectTV "Home Networking" installation. * You will need a basic understanding of your home network setup. **** PLEASE NOTE **** * Will not work with every DirecTV system. * If it does not work, just delete it - do not leave a bad review, it's free! * Does NOT control the television functions (volume, mute, power). * The DirectVR Lite Remote application is not affiliated with DirecTV Inc.
SmartRemote
Control all your Smart TVs from a single app, eliminating the need for multiple remotes. Seamlessly mirror content from your phone and navigate your TV with a touchpad and convenient text entry.
- Effortless Smart TV Control
- Mirror Videos, Photos, and Music
- Easy Mouse Control with Touchpad
- Convenient Text Entry
- Volume and Channel Control
- Player Controls
- Abundance of Menu Options
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Control your Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Fire TV, Xiaomi and Hisense Smart TVs — plus Apple TV, soundbars, set-top boxes and projectors — from one app. No more juggling multiple remotes. TV Remote turns your iPhone or iPad into a powerful universal remote. Discover your TVs automatically on Wi-Fi, tap to connect, and start controlling instantly. NEW IN 3.0: APPLE TV, HOMEKIT & MATTER + A dedicated Apple TV remote with a clean, Apple-style clickpad + Control Apple TV and HomeKit-enabled TVs set up in Apple's Home app + Works with Matter accessories you've added to Apple Home + No IP addresses or pairing codes needed — your devices just appear MORE THAN JUST TVs + Dedicated remotes for soundbars, set-top & cable boxes, and projectors + Organize every device by room and open the right remote in a tap SUPPORTED BRANDS + Samsung Smart TV (2016+) + LG webOS TV + Sony Bravia + Roku TV & Roku players + Amazon Fire TV & Fire TV Stick + Xiaomi Mi TV / Mi Box + Hisense VIDAA TV + Apple TV, HomeKit & Matter TVs FULL REMOTE CONTROL + D-pad navigation with OK/Select + Volume up/down and mute + Channel up/down + Power on/off with Wake-on-LAN + Home, Back, Menu, Source/Input + Number pad for direct channel entry + Media controls: Play, Pause, Rewind, Fast Forward, Stop SMART FEATURES + Touchpad with LG Magic Remote-style mouse control + Type on your phone, text appears on TV + Launch Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video and more + Browse on your phone, watch on your TV + Mirror videos, photos and music to your TV EASY SETUP + Auto-discovers Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi network + Apple TV & HomeKit devices set up through Apple's Home app + Connect by IP address for manual setup + Wake powered-off TVs with Wake-on-LAN + No hub or extra hardware required Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in your Account Settings. Terms & Conditions: https://mobilealchemy.co/terms-of-service.html Privacy Policy: https://mobilealchemy.co/privacy-policy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV at 61% against SmartRemote's 10%. DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). SmartRemote's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 months) and rating (3.0 vs 2.8). On price 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
Both are free to download. SmartRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV asks for nothing beyond the download.
SmartRemote holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV has 48 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV's written reviews are positive against 10% of SmartRemote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV ships an update every 6 months, SmartRemote every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 12, 2026.
| Parameter | DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV | SmartRemote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (48 ratings) | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 61.3% of reviews — better | 10.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 48 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | RMR Labz | MOBILE ALCHEMY LTD |
Customer experience
DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV
SmartRemote
Bugs and requests
DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV
Reported bugs
9 issues- App stopped working
- Compatible receiver not found
- App crashed
- Receiver not found
- App doesn't open
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- App has zero capability to find receivers
- IP address changes frequently
- DECA box unplugged caused IP issue
- Free version is worthless
Requested features
10 requests- Add volume control
- Add guide button
- Add menu access
- Control volume on smart TV via WiFi
- Control both TV and DTV box with one app
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- Faster bookmark loading
- Bookmarks not reloading
- Update size for iPhone 5
- Add more features like menu access
- Add guide to free version
SmartRemote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV
No in-app purchases
SmartRemote
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Annual Premium$29.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$49.99
Questions
Is DirectVR Lite Remote for DirecTV free?
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