Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control · vs Universal Remote

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote Control ·

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote. Control smart TVs from major brands, adjust volume, change channels, and power your TV on or off. Enjoy a seamless viewing experience with automatic connection and an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Universal TV compatibility
  • Automatic WiFi connection
  • Full remote control functions
  • Power on/off TV
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Quick setup
Features
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TV Remote - Control Your Smart TV from Your iPhone Simplify your TV experience by turning your iPhone into a universal remote control. With TV Remote, you’ll never need to worry about lost remotes or dead batteries. Easily control your Smart TV with a sleek and intuitive app that brings all the essential functions to your phone. ## KEY FEATURES - Universal Compatibility: Works with popular Smart TV brands including Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, Philips, Vizio, Hisense, and more. - Automatic Connection: Instantly detects and connects to TVs on the same WiFi network. - Full Control: Adjust volume, switch channels, manage inputs, and control your TV directly from your iPhone. - Power Control: Turn your TV on or off without needing a physical remote. ## HOW TO USE THE APP 1. Connect your iPhone and Smart TV to the same WiFi network. 2. Turn on your TV. 3. Let the app automatically detect your TV and start controlling it. In just a few steps, you’ll have complete control of your Smart TV with no complicated setup. ## WHY CHOOSE TV REMOTE? - Wide Compatibility: Supports a broad range of Smart TV brands. - Intuitive Interface: Designed for a seamless user experience. - Quick Setup: Connects automatically to your TV without any manual pairing. - Comprehensive Features: Access all essential remote functions in one app. - Regular Updates: The app is continuously improved to support new TV models and enhance performance. TV Remote is built to make your TV experience smoother and more enjoyable, offering all the essential features in one convenient app. Take control of your Smart TV with TV Remote and enjoy a better viewing experience today. Privacy policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/38353374/legal Terms of use: https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/38353374

About

Universal Remote

Control your smart TV with your phone, featuring a keyboard and touchpad. Discover personalized channel and show recommendations with an AI assistant. Connects via Wi-Fi for easy pairing.

Highlights
  • AI-powered show recommendations
  • Keyboard and touchpad control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity for pairing
  • Channel list access
  • Smart TV monitoring
Features
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Now you can not only control your TV, but also find what is the best channel or show for you to watch with help of our AI feature. Our AI TV Remote controller is a user-friendly remote control tool equipped with a keyboard, a touchpad, and a channel list for your smart TV. By connecting your iPhone and your TV to the same Wi-Fi network, you can easily control your TV using your mobile device through a straightforward pairing process. Compatibility: This application is compatible with all WebOS models , including Netcast models from 2012 onwards. Text input limitations: Text input is only accessible within TV apps that support the keyboard. The keyboard will automatically appear on your mobile device's screen once you activate the input field on your TV screen. Please note that some services, such as Netflix and YouTube, have their own keyboards and are not supported by Remote. Terms of Use: Read our Terms of Use at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QVCws0pDGMuE6N0-KCE-cO9VmMpTo_DyaoO8Kc3D6J8 Privacy Policy: Learn about our Privacy Policy at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tr3NciC22uyxcXCDH4fq9eEoVLB3t4Ke7d_Um_gaq7Q Disclaimer: TV Remote is NOT affiliated with LG Electronics and Sony, and the AI TV remote controller is not an official for LG product and Sony

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control ·4 screens
Universal Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Universal Remote at none against Universal TV Remote Control ·'s shown. Universal TV Remote Control ·'s advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly) and review sentiment (46% vs 36%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Universal TV Remote Control · against 4.5 for Universal Remote. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 262 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of Universal TV Remote Control ·'s written reviews are positive against 36% of Universal Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote Control · ships an update every 6 days, Universal Remote fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Universal TV Remote Control · versus Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control ·Universal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.2K ratings) — better4.5 (262 ratings)
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews — better36.4% of reviews
Number of ratings1.2K — better262
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDylan OliverYury Mekhau

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote Control ·

All ratings1,230 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative46.2%

Universal Remote

All ratings262 ratings
Positive87.4%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.4%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative63.6%

Bugs and requests

Universal TV Remote Control ·

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Connection issues with certain TVs
  • Compatibility problems with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Widget for easy access
  • Ability to connect to multiple TVs

Universal Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control ·

Subscriptions9
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Premium access3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Premium access3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Premium Access$29.991 Year
  • Premium access$39.991 Year
  • Premium access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99
4 purchases

Universal Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Monthly1 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control · free?
Universal TV Remote Control · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control · or Universal Remote?
Universal TV Remote Control · is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control · averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Universal Remote averages 4.5 from 262 ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote Control · or Universal Remote have ads?
Universal TV Remote Control · shows ads; Universal Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control · or Universal Remote?
Universal TV Remote Control · ships an update every 6 days, and Universal Remote fortnightly. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control · was updated on October 15, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 18, 2026.

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