# Universal TV Remote Control・ vs TV Remote Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote Control・ at 61% against TV Remote Control's 15%. Universal TV Remote Control・ also leads on ratings volume (81K vs 4.8K) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). 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 TV Remote Control sells 13 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 4.8K, 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 15% of TV Remote Control's.

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, TV Remote Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control・ | TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (81K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058/reviews)** | [4.6 (4.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-flicky/id6503682820/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **81K** | 4.8K |
| Positive reviews | **61.1% of reviews** | 15.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | — |
| Size | 169 MB | 304 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [toggle apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782091955) | [Tiny Boom Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743737517) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control・

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

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Free · Utilities, #37 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


### TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-flicky/id6503682820)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control over 100 brands, navigate with a touchpad, and launch streaming apps instantly. Say goodbye to lost remotes and dead batteries.

**Highlights:** Universal remote for 100+ TV brands, Quick and easy setup, One-tap app launching, Smooth touchpad navigation, Built-in keyboard for searching

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal TV Remote Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Pro | $10.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $17.49 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Excellent performance
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🎉 Great overall experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
- 🤯 Frustrating lack of cancellation option

**Reported bugs**

- Connectivity issues with certain TV models
- Crashes and freezes on some devices

**Requested features**

- Free version with ads
- Ability to cancel subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control・ free?

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

### Is TV Remote Control free?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, and TV Remote Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control・ was updated on September 27, 2026 and TV Remote Control on September 25, 2026.

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