# Remote Control for Android TV vs TV Remote Control “Universo”

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TV Remote Control “Universo” at 72% against Remote Control for Android TV's 35%. TV Remote Control “Universo” also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). Remote Control for Android TV's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control for Android TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TV Remote Control “Universo” sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote Control “Universo” holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.2K and 2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Remote Control for Android TV's written reviews are positive against 72% of TV Remote Control “Universo”'s.

Remote Control for Android TV ships an update every 5 months, TV Remote Control “Universo” every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control for Android TV | TV Remote Control “Universo” |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-android-tv/id6443958773/reviews) | **[4.7 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universo/id6478243483/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 2K |
| Positive reviews | 35.1% of reviews | **72.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MOBILESOURCE CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624979797) | [Nemo Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/428814324) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Control for Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-android-tv/id6443958773)

Transform your smartphone into a versatile remote for your Android TV. Easily control multiple smart TVs and TV boxes from one device, offering a convenient alternative to traditional remotes. Enjoy features like touchpad navigation and app control.

**Highlights:** Control multiple Android TVs, Automatic network scanning for TV detection, Touchpad navigation, Control installed TV apps, Universal compatibility with various brands, No setup required

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Remote | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Automatic device detection
- 🚀 Responsive remote control
- 💡 Useful for when remote is lost

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Frequent disconnections
- 📢 Excessive ads
- 🔒 Unreliable pairing

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on connection attempt
- Buttons not working as expected
- Inability to turn TV on/off

**Requested features**

- Add TV power on/off functionality
- Improve mouse/keyboard support
- Reduce ad frequency
- Enhance reliability and stability


### 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 Remote Control for Android TV free?

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

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

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

### Which has better reviews, Remote Control for Android TV or TV Remote Control “Universo”?

TV Remote Control “Universo” is rated higher. Remote Control for Android TV averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while TV Remote Control “Universo” averages 4.7 from 2K ratings.

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

Both Remote Control for Android TV and TV Remote Control “Universo” show ads.

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

Remote Control for Android TV ships an update every 5 months, and TV Remote Control “Universo” every 3 weeks. Most recently, Remote Control for Android TV was updated on October 25, 2026 and TV Remote Control “Universo” on October 25, 2026.

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