iR Universal Remote Control vs Universal All TV Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iR Universal Remote Control
Transform your iPhone into a powerful universal remote control for all your home entertainment and electronic devices. This app, combined with the iRed Transmitter hardware, allows you to control TVs, audio equipment, cameras, and more with an intuitive interface.
- Universal remote control
- Control TVs, DVD players, DVRs, and more
- Custom remote design
- Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- No complex WiFi or Bluetooth setup
- Large device database
- Quickly switch between remotes
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Turn your iPhone into THE universal remote control. iR Remote requires the iRed Transmitter hardware (http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Infrared-transmitter-for-iPhone-iPod/) iR Remote transforms your device into a personal universal remote. Use it to control your TV, DVD players, DVRs, cable boxes, audio equipment, high-end digital cameras, ceiling fans, air conditioners, and almost any other product - at home or on the go. Replace all your remotes with your iPhone. Stash the old remotes, and enjoy the convenience and simplicity of using your device. Out with the clutter and confusion, and in with everything you love about your device: the sharp, brilliant display, the Multi-Touch interface, the versatility and portability. With the ability to control any device, iR Remote takes the concept of universal to a new level. Simply plugin iRed into the audiojack and start using. You will able to control anything you want in your home or business. iR Remote combines the power of an intuitive App with the simplicity of iRed. It will give you all the power and none of the complexity. iR Remote does all of this in an attractive, intuitive, Apple inspired and easy to use interface. The perfect replacing for multiple and often-confusing diffrent remote control devices. iR Remote can control any number of devices. Use it to control your -TV -DVD players -DVRs -cable boxes -audio equipment -high-end digital cameras -ceiling fans -air conditioners ... and almost any other product that receive infrared signals. Custom Remote Quickly and easily design your custom remote by dragging and dropping any buttons you want, and assign a signal (hex codes) to each. iR Remote intelligently analyzes the signal and stores it in your device. You can program all your remotes in just minutes. A home for your old phone. Save your old phone from the recycling bin. With iR Remote you could still use it as your favourite universal remote control. Features: -No complex WiFi or Bluetooth setup -large database -auto search -intuitive design -quickly switch between different remotes -store as much remotes as u want -control any device Note: iR Remote requires the iRed Transmitter hardware (http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Infrared-transmitter-for-iPhone-iPod/)
Universal All TV Remote
Control your smart TV and cast media from your phone. This app offers universal remote functionality for all TV brands, including WiFi Direct and IR support. Enjoy features like voice search, screen mirroring, and a smooth touchpad navigation.
- Universal TV remote control
- TV cast for web and local media
- WiFi Direct and IR support
- Voice search functionality
- Screen mirroring
- Smooth touchpad navigation
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Free universal TV remote App is not only the smart TV Remote Control but also a TV Cast App that can easily cast all the web or local media to TV. Key Features: Free TV Remote Control for All TV Brands Support Wireless WiFi Direct and IR User-friendly with Voice Search Function Support All the Popular Channel Cast All Web Files Screen Mirror Local Media to TV Ultra-smooth Navigation Touchpad Subscription Instructions: 1. Users can only obtain user rights such as video projection and ad removal after becoming members through paid subscription. 2. Subscription period: annual membership, monthly membership, weekly membership (3-day free trial). 3. Subscription price: subject to the in-app package price. 4. Payment: After confirming the purchase and payment, the iTunes account will be recorded. 5. The iTunes account will be deducted within 24 hours before the expiration date. After the deduction is successful, the subscription period will be postponed to the next subscription period. 6. If you need to cancel the continuous subscription, please turn off the continuous subscription at least 24 hours before the subscription period. 7. Open the Apple phone [Settings] -> Click [iTunes Store and App Store] -> Click [Apple ID] -> [View Apple ID] -> [Subscription], and choose to cancel the subscription. If you do not turn off the subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, this subscription will be automatically renewed. Privacy Policy: https://www.pintrontech.com/PrivacyPolicy.html Terms of Use: https://www.pintrontech.com/termsofuse.html Disclaimer: This TV Remote App is an unofficial product, and NOT affiliated with or endorsed by any brand of these businesses.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal All TV Remote at 48% against iR Universal Remote Control's 2%. Universal All TV Remote also leads on price (Free vs $3.99) and rating (3.9 vs 1.3). iR Universal Remote Control's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume, update cadence 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
Universal All TV Remote is free to download; iR Universal Remote Control costs $3.99 up front. Universal All TV Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. iR Universal Remote Control asks for nothing beyond the download.
Universal All TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 1.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 88 and 84 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 2% of iR Universal Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 48% of Universal All TV Remote's.
iR Universal Remote Control ships an update every 6 weeks, Universal All TV Remote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iR Universal Remote Control | Universal All TV Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 1.3 (88 ratings) | 3.9 (84 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 2.4% of reviews | 47.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 88 — better | 84 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #192 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 85 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Oliver Foelz | Pin Creation Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
iR Universal Remote Control
Universal All TV Remote
Bugs and requests
iR Universal Remote Control
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes on launch
- Doesn't recognize devices
- Requires license that doesn't work
Requested features
2 requests- Compatibility with more devices
- Ability to use own IR hardware
Universal All TV Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iR Universal Remote Control
No in-app purchases
Universal All TV Remote
- AllRemote Premium Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- premium weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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- premium monthly$9.991 Month
- Premium Quarterly$11.993 Months
- Premium Yearly$24.991 Year
- Premium Yearly$25.991 Year
- premium yearly$29.991 Year
- AllRemote Premium Lifetime$29.99
- Premium Lifetime$44.99
Questions
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