Grundig Smart Remote vs TV 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.
TV Remote
Control your smart TV directly from your phone. Connect via WIFI to manage volume, channels, and navigation with a touchpad and keyboard. Supports major brands like Samsung, Roku, and LG.
- WIFI TV connection
- Smart TV detection
- Touchpad navigation
- Keyboard input
- Channel launching
- Voice search
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TV Remote is the ultimate solution for controlling your Smart TV from the comfort of your phone. With its easy-to-use interface and compatibility with various TV brands such as Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, FireTV, AndroidTV, Vizio, and Hisense, this app lets you take charge of your TV viewing experience. You can connect your device to your TV via WIFI, and enjoy full control of your TV functions, including volume, channels, input sources, and more, right from your mobile device. Whether you're watching a movie, playing games, or simply relaxing, the app makes it easy to manage your TV, no matter where you are. Try it today and discover a whole new level of TV control. Main features: * Automatically detects Smart TVs on the same WIFI network * Works with most popular TV brands * Large touchpad for easy menu and content navigation * Launch channels directly from the app * Fast and simple keyboard input * Voice search for hands-free control *** Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features*** You can choose one-time payment or a yearly subscription. (with 3-day free trial) a monthly subscription a weekly subscription – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, or any other TV brands listed above. Privacy: https://evolly.app/privacy-policy/ Terms: https://evolly.app/terms-of-service/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Grundig Smart Remote at none against TV Remote's 6. Grundig Smart Remote also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (47% vs 20%). TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (605K vs 53). 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. TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Grundig Smart Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
Grundig Smart Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 605K 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 20% of TV Remote's.
Grundig Smart Remote ships an update every 6 months, TV Remote monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Grundig Smart Remote | TV Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (53 ratings) — better | 4.4 (605K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 46.7% of reviews — better | 20.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 53 | 605K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | #5 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 188 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arcelik A.S. | EVOLLY.APP |
Customer experience
Grundig Smart Remote
TV Remote
Bugs and requests
Grundig Smart Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
TV Remote
Reported bugs
3 issues- App doesn't recognize TV
- Power button doesn't work
- Volume controls not functioning
Requested features
3 requests- Allow remote control without original remote
- Offer more free features
- Improve reliability and stability
In-app purchases
Grundig Smart Remote
No in-app purchases
TV Remote
- Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
- Weekly Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
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- Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
- Annual Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium.$44.99
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