# Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs TV Remote Control Universal + Remote, Mouse and Keyboard and TV Remote Control Universal + both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 16% of TV Remote Control Universal +'s. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and device support (6 vs 3). TV Remote Control Universal +'s advantage is iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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 Control Universal + sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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 Control Universal +. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14K and 13K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 16% of TV Remote Control Universal +'s. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, TV Remote Control Universal + monthly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026. ## The numbers | Metric | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard | TV Remote Control Universal + | | --- | --- | --- | | Price | Free | Free | | Rating | **[4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard/id629019487/reviews)** | [4.4 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903/reviews) | | Number of ratings | **14K** | 13K | | Positive reviews | **78.7% of reviews** | 15.5% of reviews | | In-app purchases | Yes | Yes | | Ads | Yes | Yes | | Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Monthly | | Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases | | Size | 145 MB | 197 MB | | Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15** | | 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) | [TVSMART.APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674705623) | ## 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,Mouse and Keyboard - 1 month | $3.99 | per month | | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 week | $4.99 | per 7 days | | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 year | $9.99 | per year | | Remote,Mouse and Keyboard - 1 month | $9.99 | per month | | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 year | $19.99 | per year | | Remote Mouse Pro - forever | $9.99 | one-time | | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 time | $19.99 | one-time | | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 time | $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 Control Universal + [App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal-plus/id1644910903) Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Control power, volume, channels, and even cast content to the big screen. Enjoy voice control, a built-in keyboard, and customizable themes for an effortless entertainment experience. **Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Screen mirroring and casting, Voice control for TV, Built-in keyboard for easy typing, Quick access to streaming channels, Customizable themes **Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support **In-app purchases (14)** | Purchase | Price | Billing | | --- | --- | --- | | Weekly Premium TV Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days | | Weekly Smart TV Remote Control | $6.99 | per 7 days | | Monthly Upgrade TV Remote | $7.99 | per month | | Monthly Upgrade TV Remote | $8.99 | per month | | Universal Remote Pro \| Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days | | Universal TV Remote - Monthly | $9.99 | per month | | Weekly Supper Sale \| TV Remote | $9.99 | per 7 days | | Universal Remote Pro \| Monthly | $18.99 | per month | | Yearly Upgrade TV Remote | $24.99 | per year | | Yearly Premium TV Remote | $34.99 | per year | | Yearly Smart TV Remote Control | $39.99 | per year | | Yearly Supper Sale \| TV Remote | $39.99 | per year | | Universal TV Remote - Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time | | Lifetime Upgrade TV Remote | $49.99 | one-time | **What reviewers like** - 🚀 Works great as a remote control - 👍 User-friendly and easy to navigate - 🔒 Reliable connection to TV - 💡 Useful backup for lost physical remote **What reviewers complain about** - 🔒 Requires subscription to access basic remote functions - 💰 Expensive subscription fees - 🔍 Lack of free features - 🐛 Frequent disconnections and reconnections required - 🤖 Aggressive in-app ads and upsells **Reported bugs** - App not compatible with certain TV models - Inability to cancel subscription - Remote control functions not working as expected **Requested features** - More free remote control features - Ability to control TV power and volume without subscription - Better customer support and communication ## 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 Control Universal + free? TV Remote Control Universal + is free to download, with in-app purchases available. ### Which has better reviews, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or TV Remote Control Universal +? Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is rated higher. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while TV Remote Control Universal + averages 4.4 from 13K ratings. ### Do Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or TV Remote Control Universal + have ads? Both Remote, Mouse and Keyboard and TV Remote Control Universal + show ads. ### Which is updated more often, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or TV Remote Control Universal +? Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and TV Remote Control Universal + monthly. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on October 17, 2026 and TV Remote Control Universal + on October 17, 2026. --- *Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*