# WatchElements vs Universal Remote・TV Control

The clearest difference is price: Universal Remote・TV Control at Free against WatchElements's $0.99. Universal Remote・TV Control also leads on chart position (#45 vs unranked). WatchElements's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 17) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Universal Remote・TV Control is free to download; WatchElements costs $0.99 up front. Universal Remote・TV Control sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. WatchElements asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | WatchElements | Universal Remote・TV Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | — | **[4.6 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remotetv-control/id6467252904/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 36.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#45** |
| Size | 5 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Paul Scott](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542422467) | [Ozuna Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1708456398) |

## What reviewers say

### WatchElements

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchelements/id6446906480)

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal Remote・TV Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remotetv-control/id6467252904)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Grossing · Utilities, #134 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your iPhone into a powerful remote for your smart TV and gaming console. Control channels, volume, navigate menus, cast media, and even use voice commands for a seamless entertainment experience. Ideal for lost remotes or consolidating device control.

**Highlights:** Smart TV remote replacement, Xbox game controller, Voice control, Cast photos and videos, Magic remote & touchpad, Quick keyboard input

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal TV Remote: 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control: Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control - Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote - Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote - Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote TV for 1 Week | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control App: 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote: Yearly Access | $14.99 | per year |
| Smart Remote Control: Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Control - 1 Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote: 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Remote Control for 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Control - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Works well
- 💡 Useful when remote is lost
- 🤖 Efficient remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🐛 Disconnects frequently
- 🤔 Doesn't work with all TVs

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Unable to connect to TV
- Subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Volume control option
- Input selection feature
- Compatibility with more TV models


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WatchElements free?

WatchElements costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Universal Remote・TV Control free?

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

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

Neither WatchElements nor Universal Remote・TV Control shows ads.

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