# CulturaData vs TV Remote Control “Universo”

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CulturaData at none against TV Remote Control “Universo”'s 10. CulturaData also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). TV Remote Control “Universo”'s advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Control “Universo” sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. CulturaData asks for nothing beyond the download.

CulturaData ships an update every 4 months, TV Remote Control “Universo” every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CulturaData | TV Remote Control “Universo” |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.7 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universo/id6478243483/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **2K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 72.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Raimundo Lobo Braga Lobo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792219034) | [Nemo Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/428814324) |

## What reviewers say

### CulturaData

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/culturadata/id6443920843)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### TV Remote Control “Universo”

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universo/id6478243483)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control multiple devices, cast media, and use your phone as a keyboard or for voice search. Customize your remote for quick access to apps and inputs.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Multi-device support, Second screen for captions, Keyboard and voice input, Photo and video casting, Customizable quick access buttons, Wake-on-LAN support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock Full Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works perfectly
- 👍 Top tier app
- 👍 Excellent remote
- 👍 It works
- 👍 Functional

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't always work
- 🐛 Bugs non stop
- 🔒 Can't cancel
- 🐛 Doesn't work with Philips TV and 4k Firestick 1st Gen
- 🐛 Can't turn the tv on

**Reported bugs**

- Automatically signed you up and won't let you cancel it
- Doesn't work with Sky
- Keep Asking for permission every time I use it
- Doesn't connect to small mi TV

**Requested features**

- Add flex capability to remote
- Add Stremio / Kodi to loadable app list
- Volume doesn't work when using Nvidia Sheld via AV receiver
- Different skins
- Custom buttons/ remote layouts for remotes with specialist or useful buttons


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CulturaData free?

CulturaData is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TV Remote Control “Universo” free?

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

### Do CulturaData or TV Remote Control “Universo” have ads?

TV Remote Control “Universo” shows ads; CulturaData does not.

### Which is updated more often, CulturaData or TV Remote Control “Universo”?

CulturaData ships an update every 4 months, and TV Remote Control “Universo” every 3 weeks. Most recently, CulturaData was updated on November 7, 2026 and TV Remote Control “Universo” on November 8, 2026.

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