# Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs TV Remote

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard and TV Remote both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 20% of TV Remote's. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and device support (6 vs 3). TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (605K vs 14K) and chart position (#6 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Remote, Mouse and Keyboard against 4.4 for TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 605K ratings behind it against 14K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 20% of TV Remote's.

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, TV Remote monthly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard/id629019487/reviews)** | [4.4 (605K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id1539090879/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 14K | **605K** |
| Positive reviews | **78.9% of reviews** | 20.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#6** |
| Size | 139 MB | 188 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) | [EVOLLY.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1422593523) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard/id629019487)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote, wireless mouse, and keyboard. Control Apple TV, Mac, Windows PCs, and other iPads seamlessly over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for streaming, work, or presentations.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Wireless mouse and keyboard, Apple TV, Mac, Windows, iPad control, Customizable control panels, Live screen view, Siri Shortcuts integration, Automation scripts

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote Control Pro - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Mouse Pro - 12 month | $9.99 | per year |
| Remote Mouse Pro - 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Remote Control Pro - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Remote Mouse Pro - forever | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remote Mouse Pro - forever | $19.99 | one-time |
| Remote Mouse Pro - lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🚀 Smooth and responsive
- 💡 Versatile remote control features
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🎨 Customizable interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🔋 Drains device battery
- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive
- 🔍 Difficult to find free version
- 🤖 Intrusive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working as expected
- Remote controls not responding consistently
- Screen mirroring freezes or lags

**Requested features**

- Add support for more devices and platforms
- Improve screen mirroring quality and responsiveness
- Provide more customization options for the remote interface
- Implement a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id1539090879)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Free · Utilities, #7 Top Grossing · Utilities, #176 Top Grossing, #188 Top Free (US App Store)

Control your smart TV directly from your phone. Connect via WIFI to manage volume, channels, and navigation with a touchpad and keyboard. Supports major brands like Samsung, Roku, and LG.

**Highlights:** WIFI TV connection, Smart TV detection, Touchpad navigation, Keyboard input, Channel launching, Voice search

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $8.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium. | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Connects easily
- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 🔒 Works with multiple TVs
- 👍 Helpful when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires original remote for setup
- 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔋 Drains phone battery

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't recognize TV
- Power button doesn't work
- Volume controls not functioning

**Requested features**

- Allow remote control without original remote
- Offer more free features
- Improve reliability and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or TV Remote?

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is rated higher. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.4 from 605K ratings.

### Do Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or TV Remote have ads?

Both Remote, Mouse and Keyboard and TV Remote show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or TV Remote?

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and TV Remote monthly. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on September 25, 2026 and TV Remote on September 25, 2026.

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