Comparison

Direct Remote for DIRECTV vs Remote Control for DIRECTV

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

Remote Control for DIRECTV

Transform your phone into a TV remote for your set-top box. Browse channels, manage recordings, and control playback with ease. Offers seamless navigation and one-tap recording functionality.

Highlights
  • Browse channels and menus
  • Playback control (pause, play, rewind)
  • One-tap recording
  • Search for shows
  • Manage recordings
Features
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Take control of your TV Box with ease - right from your Phone! Our unofficial app transforms your phone into a fully functional remote, allowing you to browse, pause, play, record, and much more without needing a physical remote. No more searching for lost remotes or struggling with limited control options! With our Direct TV Remote app, you can navigate through channels, manage your recordings, adjust settings, and even search for shows with just a tap. Officially supported devices: All DirecTV set-top box models H21, HR20 and newer. Features: Seamless Navigation: Quickly scroll through channels and menus. Playback Control: Pause, play, rewind, and fast-forward your favorite shows and movies. One-Tap Recording: Easily record and manage your programs on the go. Set up is quick and easy - just connect to your box, and you're ready to go. Download today and make your DTV experience even better! Access to the remote requires an in-app purchase: Terms of use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy policy: https://directvremote.carter.red/privacy

Screenshots

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Remote Control for DIRECTV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Remote Control for DIRECTV at Free against Direct Remote for DIRECTV's $0.99. Remote Control for DIRECTV also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). Direct Remote for DIRECTV's advantage is rating (3.8 vs 1.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads 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

Remote Control for DIRECTV is free to download; Direct Remote for DIRECTV costs $0.99 up front. Remote Control for DIRECTV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Direct Remote for DIRECTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Direct Remote for DIRECTV holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Direct Remote for DIRECTV has 1.1K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Direct Remote for DIRECTV's written reviews are positive against 0% of Remote Control for DIRECTV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Direct Remote for DIRECTV ships an update every 3 months, Remote Control for DIRECTV every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard10 real differences · 1 level
Direct Remote for DIRECTV versus Remote Control for DIRECTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirect Remote for DIRECTVRemote Control for DIRECTV
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (1.1K ratings) — better1.9 (43 ratings)
Positive reviews25.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K — better43
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#130 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid LikosarCarter Annandale

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%

Remote Control for DIRECTV

All ratings43 ratings
Positive20.9%
Neutral2.3%
Negative76.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Remote Control for DIRECTV

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Direct Remote for DIRECTV

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Remote Control for DIRECTV

One-time1
  • Remote Premium$6.99

Questions

Is Direct Remote for DIRECTV free?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Control for DIRECTV free?
Remote Control for DIRECTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Direct Remote for DIRECTV or Remote Control for DIRECTV?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV is rated higher. Direct Remote for DIRECTV averages 3.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Remote Control for DIRECTV averages 1.9 from 43 ratings.
Do Direct Remote for DIRECTV or Remote Control for DIRECTV have ads?
Neither Direct Remote for DIRECTV nor Remote Control for DIRECTV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Direct Remote for DIRECTV or Remote Control for DIRECTV?
Direct Remote for DIRECTV ships an update every 3 months, and Remote Control for DIRECTV every 10 days. Most recently, Direct Remote for DIRECTV was updated on September 28, 2026 and Remote Control for DIRECTV on September 29, 2026.

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