Grundig Smart Remote vs Universal TV Remote Control
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 TV Remote Control
Transform your iPhone into a powerful universal TV remote. Easily control over 100 TV brands without needing your physical remote or dealing with battery issues. Enjoy fast setup and intuitive controls for all your entertainment needs.
- Control 100+ TV brands
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Automatic TV discovery
- Power, volume, input controls
- App access and media playback
- Navigation and directional controls
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Want to use or Turn Your iPhone Into a Universal TV Remote? Lost your TV remote or tired of battery issues? Control your TV directly from your iPhone with ease — no physical remote needed. **Fast & Simple Setup** - Connect your iPhone and TV on the same Wi-Fi network - Automatic discovery lists your TVs instantly - Start controlling immediately — no pairing codes required **Intuitive TV Controls** - Power on/off, Mute & Volume - Input selection, Home & Menu navigation - Access apps installed on your TV - Channel Up/Down, Media Playback (Play, Pause, Stop, Rewind, Fast Forward) - Directional navigation: Up, Down, Left, Right ** Works With All TV Brands** Top Brands: Samsung TV Remote, LG, Sony, TCL TV Remote, Roku, Fire TV Remote, Vizio Other Brands: RCA TV Remote, Element, Sceptre TV Remote, Insignia, Toshiba, Hisense TV, Sharp, Panasonic, Philips TV Remote, Skyworth, Onn, Sanyo TV Remote, Westinghouse and Android TV Remote. Supports TVs running Roku OS, Fire TV OS, Android TV OS, Samsung Tizen OS, Viziacast OS, Vidaa OS. No matter the brand, the Universal TV Remote app simplifies your entertainment experience. ** Continuous Updates & Support** - New brands and features added regularly - Dedicated support team ready to help with any issues ** Disclaimer** Codematics is not affiliated with Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Vizio, or any other TV brand. This app is not an official product of any brand. Download now and turn your iPhone into a Universal TV Remote for all your devices! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Grundig Smart Remote at 4.8 against Universal TV Remote Control's 3.6. Grundig Smart Remote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5). Universal TV Remote Control's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (4.1K vs 55). On price, review sentiment, 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
Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Grundig Smart Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
Grundig Smart Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control has 4.1K ratings behind it against 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Grundig Smart Remote's written reviews are positive against 65% of Universal TV Remote Control's.
Grundig Smart Remote ships an update every 6 months, Universal TV Remote Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Grundig Smart Remote | Universal TV Remote Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (55 ratings) — better | 3.6 (4.1K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 69.2% of reviews — better | 65.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 55 | 4.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 2 weeks — 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 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arcelik A.S. | Codematics Services |
Customer experience
Grundig Smart Remote
Universal TV Remote Control
Bugs and requests
Grundig Smart Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Universal TV Remote Control
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent crashes
- Buttons don't respond
- Incompatible with certain TV models
Requested features
3 requests- Support for more TV brands
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Ad-free version
In-app purchases
Grundig Smart Remote
No in-app purchases
Universal TV Remote Control
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription$19.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$89.991 Year
- Remove Full Screen Ads$24.99
- Ad Free Version$99.99
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