# Universal TV Remote Control・ vs Remote Control For LCRM

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV Remote Control・ at none against Remote Control For LCRM's shown. Universal TV Remote Control・ also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (81K vs 1). Remote Control For LCRM's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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 LCRM sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Control For LCRM holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control・ has 81K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, Remote Control For LCRM every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control・ | Remote Control For LCRM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (81K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-lcrm/id6444843713/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **81K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 61.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#32** | — |
| Size | 169 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [toggle apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782091955) | [Pin Creation Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759292053) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control・

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Grossing · Utilities, #38 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $5.49 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Individual Weekly Pro Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Family Weekly Pro Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Family Weekly Pro Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Individual Yearly Pro Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote for Mobile | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |
| Universal Remote Control PRO | $39.99 | one-time |
| Individual Lifetime - Pro Plan | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- TV not detected or recognized
- Buttons not functioning as expected
- App crashes or freezes during use

**Requested features**

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


### Remote Control For LCRM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-lcrm/id6444843713)

Transform your iPhone into a smart remote for compatible TVs. Control your entire smart home experience with features like video casting and Wi-Fi connectivity. Enjoy intelligent living with this app.

**Highlights:** Video Cast Supported, YouTube Cast Supported, Wi-Fi Remote Control, Smart TV Remote, Easy Connection, Search and Setting Functions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LG Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| LG Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| LG Premium Lifetime | $18.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control・ free?

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

### Is Remote Control For LCRM free?

Remote Control For LCRM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control・ or Remote Control For LCRM?

Remote Control For LCRM is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 81K ratings, while Remote Control For LCRM averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control・ or Remote Control For LCRM have ads?

Remote Control For LCRM shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control・ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control・ or Remote Control For LCRM?

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, and Remote Control For LCRM every 4 months. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control・ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Remote Control For LCRM on September 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*