# Universal TV Remote Control・ vs TV Remote Universal Control ®

The clearest difference is monetization model: Universal TV Remote Control・ at free with in-app purchases against TV Remote Universal Control ®'s subscription. Universal TV Remote Control・ also leads on ratings volume (81K vs 58) and chart position (#27 vs unranked). TV Remote Universal Control ®'s advantage is review sentiment (98% vs 61%) and update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, rating, ads 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 TV Remote Universal Control ® sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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 4.9 for TV Remote Universal Control ®. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control・ has 81K ratings behind it against 58, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Universal TV Remote Control・'s written reviews are positive against 98% of TV Remote Universal Control ®'s.

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, TV Remote Universal Control ® every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control・ | TV Remote Universal Control ® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (81K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6443877058/reviews) | **[4.9 (58 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6648756647/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **81K** | 58 |
| Positive reviews | 61.1% of reviews | **98.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#27** | — |
| Size | 169 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [toggle apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782091955) | [Viettel Telecom](https://appshunter.io/developer/365850426) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control・

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

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Free · Utilities, #33 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 Universal Control ®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6648756647)

Control your smart TV, access apps, and cast media from your smartphone. This universal remote offers a seamless entertainment experience with a simple interface and precise touchpad. Enjoy full functionality and quick app access without ads.

**Highlights:** Ad-free experience, Universal remote control, Precision touchpad, Media casting, App shortcuts, Simple interface

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote – Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote – 1 Week Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote – 1 Week Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote – Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| TV Remote – 1 Month Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| TV Remote – Yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| TV Remote – 1 Year Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote – 1 Year Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- ✨ Seamless connectivity
- 💻 Works with multiple TV brands

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Could use more customization options
- ⏱️ Occasional slow response times

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatibility with certain TV models

**Requested features**

- Faster response times
- More advanced remote control features


## 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 Universal Control ® free?

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

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

TV Remote Universal Control ® is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control・ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 81K ratings, while TV Remote Universal Control ® averages 4.9 from 58 ratings.

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

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control・ ships an update weekly, and TV Remote Universal Control ® every 3 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control・ was updated on September 26, 2026 and TV Remote Universal Control ® on September 24, 2026.

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