A Remote vs RemoTV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
A Remote
Transform your iPhone into a remote control for your Mac and Apple TV. Control iTunes, DVDPlayer, and other compatible software from a distance. Requires additional hardware and ensuring devices are on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Control Mac and Apple TV
- Remote control for iTunes
- Remote control for DVDPlayer
- Control other compatible software
- Infrared port compatibility
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ATTENZIONE PER FAR FUNZIONARE CORRETTAMENTE L'APPLICAZIONE BISOGNA ALZARE IL VOLUME DELL'IPHONE AL MASSIMO DOPO AVER INSERITO IL JACK. ATTENZIONE: richiede hardware aggiuntivo in vendita separatamente. Maggiori informazioni su http://www.42srl.it A Remote trasformerà il vostro dispositivo in un vero e proprio telecomando per il vostro Mac e la vostra AppleTV. Nel caso che il vostro iphone e la vostra apple tv o il vostro mac non fossero sulla stessa rete wifi così da poter usare remote. Compatibile con qualsiasi Mac dotato di porta infrarossi come iMac, MacBook, MacBook Pro e AppleTv di nuova e vecchia generazione. Potrete comodamente comandare a distanza iTunes, DVDPlayer e qualsiasi altro software pilotabile dal telecomando originale
RemoTV
Transform your smartphone into a universal smart TV remote. Control channels, volume, and settings with an intuitive interface, touchpad, and keyboard. Streamline your entertainment experience with effortless setup and quick access to streaming services.
- Universal TV remote control
- Essential TV controls (volume, channels, settings)
- Handy keyboard for text input
- Responsive touchpad for navigation
- Effortless Wi-Fi setup
- Instant access to streaming apps
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TV remote always goes missing? Frustrated by complicated controls? Meet RemoTV—the universal smart TV remote always within reach. Compatible with top brands, this app will make your TV viewing experience smooth and intuitive. Dive straight into your digital entertainment without wrestling with your remote to log in or type the movie you want to watch. No more fuss–just fun! RemoTV offers a full range of features that lets you seamlessly switch between channels, adjust the volume, or fine-tune TV settings, all from the comfort of your iPhone. No more guessing which button does what—the intuitive touchpad and keyboard ensure smooth and straightforward navigation. This app makes it easy to manage your TV no matter where you are. Whether you're binge-watching in the living room or catching up on shows from the kitchen, enjoy complete control of your TV from every corner of your home. What you'll love about RemoTV Universal TV remote: the app works on a wide variety of smart TVs. Essential controls: change the volume, fast-forward, switch channels, adjust TV settings, and more. Just like your trusty old remote, but smarter. Handy keyboard: forget about the tedious process of typing on your TV screen. Now you can input your queries right from your iPhone hassle-free. Responsive touchpad: no need to fumble with physical buttons—our touchpad lets you seamlessly glide through menus and scroll content. Effortless setup: just connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network, and you’re good to go—no manuals or elaborate pairing. Instant access to entertainment: launch streaming services and apps in a snap using handy shortcuts. It's time to retire your old remote and discover a new level of comfort with a responsive and ultra-compatible remote control that effortlessly guides you to your desired content. Streamline your TV experience with smart and reliable RemoTV today! PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION - You can subscribe to get unlimited access to certain app features. - Subscriptions are billed automatically at the rate depending on the selected subscription plan. By using the app, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://ascellamobile.com/remotv/privacy/ https://ascellamobile.com/remotv/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: RemoTV at 4.6 against A Remote's 1.3. RemoTV also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (19% vs 1%). A Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. RemoTV sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. A Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
RemoTV holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RemoTV has 18K ratings behind it against 659, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 1% of A Remote's written reviews are positive against 19% of RemoTV's.
A Remote ships an update every 5 months, RemoTV every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | A Remote | RemoTV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.3 (659 ratings) | 4.6 (18K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 1.2% of reviews | 19.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 659 | 18K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | — | #91 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mattia Confalonieri | EpicScale Inc |
Customer experience
A Remote
RemoTV
Bugs and requests
A Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
RemoTV
Reported bugs
3 issues- App unable to locate TV
- Remote controls not working as expected
- Subscription issues and unexpected charges
Requested features
4 requests- Add volume control
- Improve stability and reduce disconnections
- Offer more features in free version
- Provide easier subscription cancellation
In-app purchases
A Remote
No in-app purchases
RemoTV
- Weekly subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly Premium$5.997 Days
- Weekly plan$6.997 Days
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- Weekly subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Weekly Plan$7.997 Days
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Weekly Plan$9.997 Days
- Monthly premium access$9.991 Month
- Yearly subscription$29.991 Year
- Yearly premium access$39.991 Year
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