# Universal TV Remote Control・ vs Universal TV Remote™ Control

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV Remote Control・ at none against Universal TV Remote™ Control's shown. Universal TV Remote Control・ also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks) and review sentiment (61% vs 49%). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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 Universal TV Remote™ Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.8 for Universal TV Remote Control・ against 4.7 for Universal TV Remote™ Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 81K and 32K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Universal TV Remote Control・'s written reviews are positive against 49% of Universal TV Remote™ Control's.

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control・ | Universal TV Remote™ Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (81K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058/reviews)** | [4.7 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6553976921/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **81K** | 32K |
| Positive reviews | **61.1% of reviews** | 49.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#32** | #68 |
| Size | 169 MB | 247 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [toggle apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782091955) | [SEAMOBI TECH PTE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459370949) |

## 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


### Universal TV Remote™ Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6553976921)

**Currently charting:** #68 Top Grossing · Utilities, #70 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Easily control all your smart TVs, including popular brands like Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV, over Wi-Fi. Navigate channels, adjust volume, use voice search, and even type with a keyboard for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Voice search for shows, On-screen keyboard, Volume and channel control, Turn TV on/off

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Control Weekly V1 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Pro Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control Yearly V1 | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Pro Yearly | $28.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Life Time | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient for busy families
- 💡 Works with multiple devices
- 🚀 Responsive touch controls
- 💡 Voice command feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Unclear cancellation process
- 🐛 Disconnection issues
- 💰 Misleading 'free' claims
- 🔒 Aggressive upselling

**Reported bugs**

- Vibration instead of button response
- Subscription ads pop up frequently

**Requested features**

- Volume control
- Refresh button functionality
- Microphone access without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control・ free?

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

### Is Universal TV Remote™ Control free?

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control・ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 81K ratings, while Universal TV Remote™ Control averages 4.7 from 32K ratings.

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

Universal TV Remote™ Control shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control・ does not.

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

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

### Which is more popular, Universal TV Remote Control・ or Universal TV Remote™ Control?

Universal TV Remote Control・ currently peaks at #32 in the App Store charts, and Universal TV Remote™ Control at #68. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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