# Smart Air Conditioner vs Universal AC Remote Control +

The clearest difference is rating: Universal AC Remote Control + at 4.6 against Smart Air Conditioner's 1.2. Universal AC Remote Control + also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (3.9K vs 13). Smart Air Conditioner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 25) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal AC Remote Control + sells 25 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Smart Air Conditioner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal AC Remote Control + holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal AC Remote Control + has 3.9K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Smart Air Conditioner's written reviews are positive against 20% of Universal AC Remote Control +'s.

Smart Air Conditioner ships an update every 4 months, Universal AC Remote Control + every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Air Conditioner | Universal AC Remote Control + |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.2 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-air-conditioner/id519988681/reviews) | **[4.6 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-ac-remote-control-plus/id6698875891/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **3.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 10.5% of reviews | **20.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 32 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/359580642) | [JokDev Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632609652) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Air Conditioner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-air-conditioner/id519988681)

Control your Samsung Smart Air Conditioner remotely from your smart device. Turn your AC off if you forgot, or pre-cool your home before you arrive for ultimate comfort.

**Highlights:** Remote AC control, Turn AC off remotely, Turn AC on remotely, Smart device integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works at home (sometimes)
- 👍 Functional in-house mode
- 👍 Useful for checking rooms
- 👍 Power usage reading interesting
- 👍 Connection complex but works

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Out-of-home function broken
- 🐛 Login issues and crashes
- 🐛 Authentication problems
- 🐛 Slow and unresponsive

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after login
- App crashes when using out-of-home function
- SMS verification code causes app crash
- Two-factor authentication messages not received
- App crashes during setup

**Requested features**

- Update app for iOS compatibility
- Improve out-of-home functionality
- Fix app crashes after login
- Allow app to remember login/password
- Simplify sign-in process


### Universal AC Remote Control +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-ac-remote-control-plus/id6698875891)

Control your air conditioner directly from your smartphone. Adjust temperature, fan speed, and operating modes with an intuitive interface. Supports most AC models from various manufacturers, eliminating the need for a physical remote.

**Highlights:** Turn AC on/off, Adjust temperature, Set fan speed, Choose operating mode, Create work schedules, Supports most AC models

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $8.99 | per month |
| Premium Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $24.99 | per month |
| Premium Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Year | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $44.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient control from phone
- 💡 Works with multiple AC units
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with app permissions
- 💰 Unexpected recurring charges
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App not opening or connecting to AC
- Settings not saving properly
- Incorrect temperature readings

**Requested features**

- Scheduling and automation options
- Remote access from outside home network
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Ability to control multiple ACs simultaneously


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Air Conditioner free?

Smart Air Conditioner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Universal AC Remote Control + free?

Universal AC Remote Control + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Smart Air Conditioner or Universal AC Remote Control +?

Universal AC Remote Control + is rated higher. Smart Air Conditioner averages 1.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Universal AC Remote Control + averages 4.6 from 3.9K ratings.

### Do Smart Air Conditioner or Universal AC Remote Control + have ads?

Neither Smart Air Conditioner nor Universal AC Remote Control + shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart Air Conditioner or Universal AC Remote Control +?

Smart Air Conditioner ships an update every 4 months, and Universal AC Remote Control + every 9 days. Most recently, Smart Air Conditioner was updated on October 20, 2026 and Universal AC Remote Control + on October 20, 2026.

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