# TV Remote · vs Connect TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Connect TV Remote at 4.6 against TV Remote ·'s 3.9. Connect TV Remote also leads on chart position (#125 vs unranked) and ratings volume (2.3K vs 562). TV Remote ·'s advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote · sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per 7 days and Connect TV Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Connect TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 562 and 2.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 4% of TV Remote ·'s written reviews are positive against 9% of Connect TV Remote's.

TV Remote · ships an update fortnightly, Connect TV Remote monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote · | Connect TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (562 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote/id6450074293/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-tv-remote/id6474351038/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 562 | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 3.8% of reviews | **8.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#125** |
| Size | 106 MB | 186 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TRUSTED PILOT SOLUTIONS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816657288) | [East End Technologies Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1627256488) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote/id6450074293)

Transform your iPhone into a TV remote control. Easily navigate channels, adjust volume, and search for content on your networked TV. Compatible with most major brands, it offers a convenient alternative to a physical remote.

**Highlights:** Control channel lists, Adjust volume, Access TV menu, Keyboard input for search, Haptic feedback, Compatible with popular brands

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Control Advanced | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Extremely expensive subscription
- 🚫 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🤖 Poor customer service
- 🔒 Unauthorized charges
- 🚫 Useless features behind paywall

**Reported bugs**

- Remote functions don't work
- App crashes or disconnects frequently

**Requested features**

- Provide a free, functional remote app
- Improve transparency around pricing and subscriptions
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


### Connect TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-tv-remote/id6474351038)

**Currently charting:** #125 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Control all your smart TVs from your phone with this universal remote app. It connects via Wi-Fi and offers features like streaming shortcuts and custom layouts.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Streaming app shortcuts, Customizable remote layouts, Touch navigation, Multi-brand support

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock All Features | $8.95 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $9.95 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $11.95 | per 7 days |
| Unlock All Features | $14.95 | per month |
| Unlock all features | $14.95 | per 7 days |
| Unlock All Features | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock All Features | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Amazing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Did not work
- 🚫 Terrible
- 🚫 No Switching Back & Forth
- 🚫 Free trial is a lie
- 🚫 Scam

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote · free?

TV Remote · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Connect TV Remote free?

Connect TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote · or Connect TV Remote?

Connect TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote · averages 3.9 out of 5 from 562 ratings, while Connect TV Remote averages 4.6 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do TV Remote · or Connect TV Remote have ads?

Neither TV Remote · nor Connect TV Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote · or Connect TV Remote?

TV Remote · ships an update fortnightly, and Connect TV Remote monthly. Most recently, TV Remote · was updated on October 21, 2026 and Connect TV Remote on October 27, 2026.

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