Comparison

Direct Remote for DIRECTV vs DIRECTV TECH PROTECT

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
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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

DIRECTV TECH PROTECT

Manage your tech protection plan and access personalized tech support for your connected devices. Get help with repairs, replacements, and troubleshooting through articles, videos, and live chat with tech pros.

Highlights
  • Manage tech protection plans
  • Access device-specific articles and videos
  • File and track repair/replacement claims
  • Get live tech support via call or chat
  • Remote device connection for troubleshooting
  • Support for various home electronics
Features
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Having connected devices as part of your home tech life is great since it keeps things running smoothly. But keeping up with multiple connected devices can be complicated. That’s where the DIRECTV TECH PROTECT app comes in. It’s personalized tech support right at your fingertips and hassle-free repair and replacement protection. Manage your tech protection plan and benefits with the DIRECTV TECH PROTECT app. • Register your home office and entertainment devices to access thousands of device-specific articles and videos, how-to tips and tricks, and step-by-step quick fixes — all curated by our tech pros. • View protection plan details, including service fees, from one convenient spot. • File and track your claims easily and get immediate help. • Check the latest repair or replacement status on your device. • Get to the bottom of your tech challenges with help from live tech pros via call or chat. • Enjoy unlimited tech support for your home electronics and technology such as laptops, computers, smartphones, printers, routers, game consoles, smart TVs, wireless speakers, and smart thermostats. • Connect remotely and securely with a tech pro via smartphone screen or camera share to get quick fixes.

Screenshots

Direct Remote for DIRECTV4 screens
DIRECTV TECH PROTECT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DIRECTV TECH PROTECT at Free against Direct Remote for DIRECTV's $0.99. Direct Remote for DIRECTV's advantage is rating (3.8 vs 3.2) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 12). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

DIRECTV TECH PROTECT is free to download; Direct Remote for DIRECTV costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Direct Remote for DIRECTV holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Direct Remote for DIRECTV has 1.1K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Direct Remote for DIRECTV versus DIRECTV TECH PROTECT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirect Remote for DIRECTVDIRECTV TECH PROTECT
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (1.1K ratings) — better3.2 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews25.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better12
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#27 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid LikosarAssurant, Incorporated

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%

DIRECTV TECH PROTECT

All ratings12 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative41.7%

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

DIRECTV TECH PROTECT

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Direct Remote for DIRECTV

No in-app purchases

None

DIRECTV TECH PROTECT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Direct Remote for DIRECTV free?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DIRECTV TECH PROTECT free?
DIRECTV TECH PROTECT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Direct Remote for DIRECTV or DIRECTV TECH PROTECT?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV is rated higher. Direct Remote for DIRECTV averages 3.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while DIRECTV TECH PROTECT averages 3.2 from 12 ratings.
Do Direct Remote for DIRECTV or DIRECTV TECH PROTECT have ads?
Neither Direct Remote for DIRECTV nor DIRECTV TECH PROTECT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Direct Remote for DIRECTV or DIRECTV TECH PROTECT?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV ships an update every 3 months, and DIRECTV TECH PROTECT every 3 months. Most recently, Direct Remote for DIRECTV was updated on October 16, 2026 and DIRECTV TECH PROTECT on October 11, 2026.

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