# WebsterPD Tips vs Universal Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote at 4.6 against WebsterPD Tips's 1.0. Universal Remote also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 55 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 1). WebsterPD Tips's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. WebsterPD Tips asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote has 1.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

WebsterPD Tips ships an update every 55 months, Universal Remote fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WebsterPD Tips | Universal Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/websterpd-tips/id520581473/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-remote/id6450844215/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 55 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Town of Webster Police Department](https://appshunter.io/developer/520581476) | [Gentlemen's s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664064879) |

## What reviewers say

### WebsterPD Tips

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/websterpd-tips/id520581473)

This app allows citizens to anonymously report information to the local police department. It also serves as a portal for accessing other organizational web and social media content.

**Highlights:** Anonymous tip submission, Submit tips to Webster Police Department, View organization web content, Access social media feeds, Public safety information portal

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-remote/id6450844215)

Transform your phone into a powerful TV controller. Manage channels, volume, menus, and use keyboard input for seamless navigation. Compatible with major smart TV brands over Wi-Fi.

**Highlights:** Control channels and volume, Access TV menus and info, Keyboard input for searches, Haptic feedback, Responsive touchpad interface, Wi-Fi network connectivity

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote control for TV | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote | $8.99 | per month |
| Remote Control for TV | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Remote Control for TV | $19.99 | per year |
| TV Remote | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Quick response time and responsiveness
- 📱 Transforms phone into functional remote
- 🔄 Automatic detection and customization
- ✨ Works across multiple TV brands (LG, Samsung, Sony, Roku)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive subscription model and paywalls
- 🔌 Connectivity issues with some TVs
- 📺 Inconsistent compatibility across devices
- ⚠️ Unreliable connection reliability

**Reported bugs**

- App won't connect to TV
- Subscription popup blocks basic functionality
- Connectivity drops and unreliable connections

**Requested features**

- Free version without subscription requirements
- Improved TV compatibility and connection stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WebsterPD Tips free?

WebsterPD Tips is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Universal Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WebsterPD Tips or Universal Remote?

Universal Remote is rated higher. WebsterPD Tips averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Universal Remote averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do WebsterPD Tips or Universal Remote have ads?

Neither WebsterPD Tips nor Universal Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WebsterPD Tips or Universal Remote?

WebsterPD Tips ships an update every 55 months, and Universal Remote fortnightly. Most recently, WebsterPD Tips was updated on September 23, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 16, 2026.

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