Grundig Smart Remote vs Universal Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Grundig Smart Remote
Control your Grundig Smart TV with your iPhone or iPad. Connect to the same network as your TV to access remote functions, use your device's keyboard for input, and manage TV guides and schedules.
- Remote control functionality
- Keyboard input for TV apps
- TV channel guide navigation
- Event reminders and recording
- Schedule list of events
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Grundig Smart Remote application allows you to control your Grundig Smart TV using your iPhone/iPad The only requirement is that your iPhone/iPad is connected to the same Access point as your TV. The Smart Remote app identifies your TV automatically and then you can control your TV in a comfortable way with it. Connection - Connect your Grundig Smart TV to your network access point. - Connect your iPhone/iPad to the same access point. - Start "Grundig Smart Remote" application and press the "Add Device" button. If your iPhone/iPad cannot identify your Grundig Smart TV automatically, press the “+” button to connect your TV manually by entering your TV's IP-Address. Features The application offers different screen functions: Remote, Keyboard, Smart Guide and Schedule list. - Remote: Remote control functionality for your Grundig Smart TV. - Keyboard: Allows you to use the keyboard on your iPhone/iPad for TV applications in cases where input is needed. - TV Guide: Allows you to navigate the TV channel list, search for channels and set a reminder or recorder for any event without changing the channel while watching TV. - Schedule: Allows to see all available reminder and recorder events you set before and all are listed in one screen. * Features may vary depend on your product. Please check the “Supported Models" screen in the Settings to see if Grundig Smart Remote is compatible with your Grundig Smart TV.
Universal Remote
Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Easily control volume, channels, power, and more for compatible Samsung and LG smart TVs over your WiFi network. Offers premium features through a subscription.
- Control smart TVs from your phone
- WiFi network connection
- Volume, channel, power control
- Source and smart function control
- Compatible with Samsung and LG TVs
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Ξ Use your Phone to control your Smart TV easily. Ξ Compatible with Samsung, LG, and other Smart TV brands coming soon... "Control your Smart TV directly from your device! " Key Features: - Fully functional free virtual TV Remote control - Connect to your Smart TV on your WiFi Network - Control your TV: volume, source, power, channel, smart... Samsung Compatibility: C Series (2010), D Series (2011), E Series (2012), F Series (2013), H Series (2014), J Series (2015), K Series (2016), Q-M Series(2017), Q-N Series (2018) and R Series (2019). LG Compatibility: All WebOS TV series DISCLAIMER This app is not an official Samsung or LG product. We are not affiliated with the company Samsung or LG. SUBSCRIPTION: We offer auto-renewing subscription: - Length: weekly and yearly - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - You will be able to access the Premium features of the app for the duration of the subscription - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of the chosen package. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period - You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription setting through your Apple account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 for more information on how to proceed. - You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your Apple Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period - Any unused portion of a free-trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://planecubes.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://planecubes.com/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Grundig Smart Remote at 4.8 against Universal Remote's 4.3. Grundig Smart Remote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (47% vs 18%). Universal Remote's advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 53) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Universal Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Grundig Smart Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
Grundig Smart Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote has 13K ratings behind it against 53, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Grundig Smart Remote's written reviews are positive against 18% of Universal Remote's.
Grundig Smart Remote ships an update every 6 months, Universal Remote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Grundig Smart Remote | Universal Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (53 ratings) — better | 4.3 (13K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 46.7% of reviews — better | 17.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 53 | 13K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arcelik A.S. | Plane Cubes |
Customer experience
Grundig Smart Remote
Universal Remote
Bugs and requests
Grundig Smart Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Universal Remote
Reported bugs
3 issues- App keeps disconnecting from TV
- Doesn't recognize TV or remote commands
- Crashes or freezes during use
Requested features
3 requests- Add keyboard and mouse support for TV browser
- Improve compatibility with more TV models
- Provide better troubleshooting and support options
In-app purchases
Grundig Smart Remote
No in-app purchases
Universal Remote
- Start Free Trial3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Universal Remote Pro Week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Universal Remote Pro Year$39.991 Year
- Go Pro Universal Remote TV$9.99
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