Comparison

Direct Remote for DIRECTV vs iVerify Basic

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

Head to head
About

Direct Remote for DIRECTV

Control your DIRECTV receiver from your iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi. Features voice control, gesture navigation, and quick access to favorite channels. Manage multiple receivers and enjoy program information from anywhere on your network.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi remote control for DIRECTV receivers
  • Voice control for receiver commands
  • Gesture and traditional touch interface
  • Quick tuning for favorite channels
  • Program guide and information display
  • Automatic receiver discovery on network
Features
Currently charting
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Direct Remote is a Wi-Fi remote control for your DIRECTV receiver that allows you to control your receiver using your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad from anywhere on your Wi-Fi network. Works with Genie Client Receivers as well as RVU enabled TV sets. See notes below to check compatibility with your DIRECTV system. Features: • Voice control for DIRECTV receivers! • Control using gestures or a more traditional touch interface • Quick tuning for up to 65 favorite channels • Shortcuts and home widgets • Program guide for favorite channels • Displays program information and name of the program you are watching • Automatically discovers receivers on network • Enables easy control in dark • Allows control of every receiver on the network with one device • Receiver can be hidden in a cabinet or another room • Works with DIRECTV receivers enabled for network control (see compatible models below) *** Requires iOS 10.0 or higher. Notes: • Receiver must be connected to Wi-Fi network in order for this app to work. One way to check this is to push the right arrow on your remote control. If you have access to Internet connected apps, your receiver is connected to the network. • Compatible models are all Genie receivers and clients, HR20, HR21, R22, R23, HR24 and H21, H23, H24, H25 and all newer receivers. Also works with 3rd party RVU enabled TV sets. You can verify your model by looking under the front panel door of your receiver. • Controls DirecTV receiver only, will not control your TV power or volume If you have any questions prior to purchasing, feel free to contact me using the support link.

About

iVerify Basic

This app provides basic device security scanning to detect vulnerabilities and threats. It offers a glimpse into advanced security features for individuals prioritizing their digital safety.

Highlights
  • Device security scanning
  • Vulnerability detection
  • Threat awareness
  • Proactive threat measures
  • Basic security toolkit
Features
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iVerify Basic is your gateway to enhanced device security and threat awareness, offering a glimpse into the powerful capabilities of our enterprise-grade solution, iVerify EDR. Designed for individuals who prioritize their digital security, iVerify Basic empowers users to take proactive measures to safeguard their devices against a myriad of threats. Users can scan their devices with a tap to detect vulnerabilities and stay proactive against threats.

Screenshots

Direct Remote for DIRECTV4 screens
iVerify Basic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iVerify Basic at 4.6 against Direct Remote for DIRECTV's 3.8. iVerify Basic also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Direct Remote for DIRECTV costs $0.99 and iVerify Basic $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iVerify Basic holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 2.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Direct Remote for DIRECTV's written reviews are positive against 42% of iVerify Basic's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Direct Remote for DIRECTV ships an update every 3 months, iVerify Basic every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Direct Remote for DIRECTV versus iVerify Basic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirect Remote for DIRECTViVerify Basic
Price$0.99$0.99
Rating3.8 (1.1K ratings)4.6 (2.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.3% of reviews42.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K2.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#72#8 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid LikosariVerify

Customer experience

Direct Remote for DIRECTV

All ratings1,141 ratings
Positive69.9%
Neutral5.3%
Negative24.8%
Written reviews91 reviews
Positive25.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative71.4%

iVerify Basic

All ratings2,393 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews246 reviews
Positive42.3%
Neutral9.8%
Negative48.0%

Bugs and requests

Direct Remote for DIRECTV

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Fails to discover/connect to receivers
  • Loses connection randomly
  • Unresponsive controls
  • Scrolling issues in guide
  • Compatibility problems with newer devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add numeric keypad
  • Improve voice recognition
  • Implement dark mode
  • Provide better instructions and troubleshooting

iVerify Basic

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Direct Remote for DIRECTV

No in-app purchases

None

iVerify Basic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Direct Remote for DIRECTV free?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iVerify Basic free?
iVerify Basic costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Direct Remote for DIRECTV or iVerify Basic?
iVerify Basic is rated higher. Direct Remote for DIRECTV averages 3.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while iVerify Basic averages 4.6 from 2.4K ratings.
Do Direct Remote for DIRECTV or iVerify Basic have ads?
Neither Direct Remote for DIRECTV nor iVerify Basic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Direct Remote for DIRECTV or iVerify Basic?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV ships an update every 3 months, and iVerify Basic every 3 weeks. Most recently, Direct Remote for DIRECTV was updated on September 28, 2026 and iVerify Basic on October 1, 2026.
Which is more popular, Direct Remote for DIRECTV or iVerify Basic?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV currently peaks at #72 in the App Store charts, and iVerify Basic at #8. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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