Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control・ vs Remote Control for Android TV

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote Control・

Control your TV, streaming devices, and soundbars from your smartphone. Offers a touchpad, D-pad, keyboard, and media controls for major brands. Easy setup and regular updates ensure compatibility.

Highlights
  • Power On/Off
  • Touchpad and D-Pad
  • Keyboard input
  • TV Apps Management
  • Media Player Control
  • Sound Regulation
  • Numpad for channels
Features
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Do you hate losing your remote control or struggling with a clunky, old-fashioned interface? So do we! That's why we've created a Universal Remote that allows you to control your devices from any major TV brand easily and conveniently. With our app, you can control your TV, streaming device, soundbar and more – all from your smartphone or tablet. Discover Our App's Main Features POWER ON/OFF TOUCHPAD AND D-PAD KEYBOARD TV APPS MANAGEMENT MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL SOUND REGULATION NUMPAD FOR TV CHANNELS And much more to discover! Why Choose Us? *Easy Set-Up* Unlike other remote control apps, our app makes it incredibly simple to connect to most devices without needing a physical remote *Compatibility* Our Universal Remote Control is compatible with devices from all major global and local brands such as Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Vizio, Telefunken, Orange, Sony Bravia, Hitachi, Xiaomi and many more *Innovative UI* We have created a unique touchpad and D-pad combination so that you can choose whether you want to manage your device by swiping or tapping on the touch buttons. The intuitive interface makes it easy to access your most frequently used functions such as sound, number pad, keyboard and media player control. *Guidance And Support* We're here to help! Our app includes step-by-step video guides and a comprehensive FAQ section. If you need further assistance, our friendly support team is available via support@toggleapps.io 24/7. Plus, we regularly update our app to ensure it stays compatible with the latest devices and uses the newest features. Our development team spent months researching and analyzing user feedback to identify the most common problems and popular features of remote controls. We also conducted extensive user testing to ensure that our remote is intuitive for users of all ages and backgrounds. Download now and enjoy one of the best virtual remotes in existence! DISCLAIMER: This application is not affiliated with nor endorsed by any aforementioned brand, and it is not an official product of it or of its affiliates. Available in-app purchases: • 1 week subscription • 12 month subscription • Lifetime access Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase confirmation. Subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://toggleapps.io/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://toggleapps.io/terms.html

About

Remote Control for Android TV

Transform your smartphone into a versatile remote for your Android TV. Easily control multiple smart TVs and TV boxes from one device, offering a convenient alternative to traditional remotes. Enjoy features like touchpad navigation and app control.

Highlights
  • Control multiple Android TVs
  • Automatic network scanning for TV detection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Control installed TV apps
  • Universal compatibility with various brands
  • No setup required
Features
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Remote Control for Android TV will transform your smartphone into a complete Android Smart TV remote. It will help you diversify your daily TV routine and make it more convenient for you to use your new Android TV remote. Also, it can handle several different devices with only one Android TV remote. Why do you even need it if you have your old TV device? Good question. First of all, it is easier and quicker to use an remote because you always know where to find it. Second, it is like a universal TV remote control that you can use with different TV boxes and brands like Hisense, TCL, Sony, Phillips, Sharp, Panasonic, Xiaomi, Sanyo, Element, RCA, AOC, Skyworth and many other. Just imagine no need to have several remotes when all you need is your smartphone and our remote application. Third, everything stays the same, the same buttons and save TV control, but with lots of additional features: · Control different TVs with your smartphone · No setup is required. Application automatically scans your network to find your TV · Mouse-like navigation using Touchpad · Control apps installed on your Smart TV · You don’t need to learn every button from scratch; they are all the same. · Always in your pocket · Forget about batteries · Notice: In order to connect to Android Smart TV device, both the Smart TV and your device must be connected to the same network. Don’t be afraid of progress. It will come sooner or later. It’s not a bad thing. It just makes your life a little bit more comfortable. No more nervous because your old remote malfunctions or kids hide it from you. Just comfort and functionality. Wide variety of functions, controlling multiple devices with remote for Android TV.

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control・4 screens
Remote Control for Android TV3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote Control・ at 4.8 against Remote Control for Android TV's 4.3. Universal TV Remote Control・ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). Remote Control for Android TV's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control・ sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per 7 days and Remote Control for Android TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal TV Remote Control・ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control・ has 81K ratings behind it against 2.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Universal TV Remote Control・'s written reviews are positive against 34% of Remote Control for Android TV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, Remote Control for Android TV every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Universal TV Remote Control・ versus Remote Control for Android TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control・Remote Control for Android TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (81K ratings) — better4.3 (2.1K ratings)
Positive reviews61.1% of reviews — better34.1% of reviews
Number of ratings81K — better2.1K
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#30 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size169 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developertoggle appsMOBILESOURCE CORPORATION

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote Control・

All ratings80,525 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews1,441 reviews
Positive61.1%
Neutral5.0%
Negative33.9%

Remote Control for Android TV

All ratings2,107 ratings
Positive80.8%
Neutral3.7%
Negative15.5%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive34.1%
Neutral9.3%
Negative56.6%

User reviews

Universal TV Remote Control・

From 81K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast connection and pairing
  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 💡 Works with various TV models
  • 🙌 Helpful when remote is lost

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription required for basic features
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data collection
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance, random disconnections
  • 🙄 Aggressive upselling of premium version

Remote Control for Android TV

From 2.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Automatic device detection
  • 🚀 Responsive remote control
  • 💡 Useful for when remote is lost

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Frequent disconnections
  • 📢 Excessive ads
  • 🔒 Unreliable pairing

Bugs and requests

Universal TV Remote Control・

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • TV not detected or recognized
  • Buttons not functioning as expected
  • App crashes or freezes during use

Requested features

3 requests
  • Volume control without subscription
  • One-time purchase option instead of subscription
  • More transparent pricing and feature details

Remote Control for Android TV

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on connection attempt
  • Buttons not working as expected
  • Inability to turn TV on/off

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add TV power on/off functionality
  • Improve mouse/keyboard support
  • Reduce ad frequency
  • Enhance reliability and stability

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control・

Subscriptions10
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$5.497 Days
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 7 more
  • Universal Remote Control PRO2 variants$6.997 Days
  • Individual Weekly Pro Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Family Weekly Pro Plan7 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Family Weekly Pro Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Control PRO2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Individual Yearly Pro Plan$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • TV Remote for MobileFree
  • Lifetime Premium$39.99
  • Universal Remote Control PRO3 variants$39.99
Show 1 more
  • Individual Lifetime - Pro Plan$39.99
1 purchases

Remote Control for Android TV

One-time1
  • Premium Remote$4.99

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control・ free?
Universal TV Remote Control・ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control for Android TV free?
Remote Control for Android TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control・ or Remote Control for Android TV?
Universal TV Remote Control・ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 81K ratings, while Remote Control for Android TV averages 4.3 from 2.1K ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote Control・ or Remote Control for Android TV have ads?
Remote Control for Android TV shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control・ does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control・ or Remote Control for Android TV?
Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, and Remote Control for Android TV every 5 months. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control・ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Remote Control for Android TV on September 22, 2026.

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