# Universal TV Remote Control・ vs Mi Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote Control・ at 61% against Mi Remote's 34%. Universal TV Remote Control・ also leads on ratings volume (81K vs 416) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Mi Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote Control・ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control・ has 81K ratings behind it against 416, 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 Mi Remote's.

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, Mi Remote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control・ | Mi Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (81K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058/reviews)** | [4.6 (416 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remote-tv-box-controller/id6477999906/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **81K** | 416 |
| Positive reviews | **61.1% of reviews** | 33.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#28** | — |
| Size | 169 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [toggle apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782091955) | [Aksana Sulima](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731308669) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control・

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

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Free · Utilities, #31 Top Grossing · 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


### Mi Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remote-tv-box-controller/id6477999906)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal TV remote for your Mi TV and MI Box. Control your TV with essential buttons, navigate with a simple interface, and cast photos and videos. Connects via Wi-Fi and offers home screen widgets for convenient access.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Wi-Fi connection, Essential TV buttons, Cast photos and videos, Home screen widgets, Ad-free premium option

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Special | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Free Trial Pro Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Special Pro Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Pro Access | $9.99 | per year |
| Monthly Pro Access | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro Access | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro Access | $69.99 | 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 Mi Remote free?

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control・ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 81K ratings, while Mi Remote averages 4.6 from 416 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control・ or Mi Remote have ads?

Neither Universal TV Remote Control・ nor Mi Remote shows ads.

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

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, and Mi Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control・ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Mi Remote on September 23, 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.*