Comparison

Grundig Smart Remote vs TV Remote

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Remote control functionality
  • Keyboard input for TV apps
  • TV channel guide navigation
  • Event reminders and recording
  • Schedule list of events
Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • WIFI TV connection
  • Smart TV detection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Keyboard input
  • Channel launching
  • Voice search
Features
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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/

Screenshots

Grundig Smart Remote4 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Grundig Smart Remote versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGrundig Smart RemoteTV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (53 ratings) — better4.4 (605K ratings)
Positive reviews46.7% of reviews — better20.3% of reviews
Number of ratings53605K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
Best chart rank#5 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB188 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArcelik A.S.EVOLLY.APP

Customer experience

Grundig Smart Remote

All ratings53 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive46.7%
Neutral13.3%
Negative40.0%

TV Remote

All ratings604,789 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews4,222 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative76.6%

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

None

Grundig Smart Remote

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions5
  • 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
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium.$44.99

Questions

Is Grundig Smart Remote free?
Grundig Smart Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Grundig Smart Remote or TV Remote?
Grundig Smart Remote is rated higher. Grundig Smart Remote averages 4.8 out of 5 from 53 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.4 from 605K ratings.
Do Grundig Smart Remote or TV Remote have ads?
Both Grundig Smart Remote and TV Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Grundig Smart Remote or TV Remote?
Grundig Smart Remote ships an update every 6 months, and TV Remote monthly. Most recently, Grundig Smart Remote was updated on August 22, 2026 and TV Remote on September 24, 2026.

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