# Universal TV Remote vs Universal TV Remote™ Control

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote™ Control at 4.7 against Universal TV Remote's 4.3. Universal TV Remote™ Control also leads on ratings volume (33K vs 560) and chart position (#82 vs unranked). Universal TV Remote's advantage is review sentiment (57% vs 49%) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote™ Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote™ Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote™ Control has 33K ratings behind it against 560, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 57% of Universal TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 49% of Universal TV Remote™ Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Universal TV Remote ships an update every 11 days, Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote | Universal TV Remote™ Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (560 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-icontrol/id6450493462/reviews) | **[4.7 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6553976921/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 560 | **33K** |
| Positive reviews | **57.1% of reviews** | 48.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#82** |
| Size | 116 MB | 247 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ngoc Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1649497326) | [SEAMOBI TECH PTE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459370949) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-icontrol/id6450493462)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for various smart TVs and streaming devices. Control power, volume, channels, and navigate with a touchpad or voice commands. Cast media and mirror your screen for a seamless entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control for multiple TV brands, Screen mirroring and media casting, Voice control for hands-free operation, Touchpad navigation, Favorite channel and app shortcuts, Easy Wi-Fi setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Sale | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Offer | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Special 50% off | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly 50% off | $19.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Sale | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly Special | $39.99 | per year |
| Life Time | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Works with multiple TV brands and models
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to navigate
- 🎯 Convenient remote replacement when physical remote is lost
- 💡 Advanced features like controlling TVs remotely from anywhere
- 🔄 Automatically adapts layout to different TV models

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model ($6.99/week or $25 lifetime)
- 🚫 Requires payment for basic functionality
- 📺 Limited TV brand compatibility despite 'universal' claim
- 🐛 Remote connection issues and disconnections
- 📱 Frequent intrusive ads and app pop-ups

**Reported bugs**

- App disconnects from Fire TV and fails to reconnect at full speed
- Constant pop-up ads interrupt remote functionality
- Subscription charges occur during free trial period
- Duplicate payment attempts after subscription purchase
- Button clicks trigger subscription prompts instead of TV commands

**Requested features**

- Permanent stable connection to Fire TV devices
- Reduce frequency of pop-up advertisements
- Expand TV brand compatibility
- Lower subscription pricing or one-time purchase option
- Easier account cancellation process


### Universal TV Remote™ Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6553976921)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Grossing · Utilities, #109 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Easily control all your smart TVs, including popular brands like Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV, over Wi-Fi. Navigate channels, adjust volume, use voice search, and even type with a keyboard for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Voice search for shows, On-screen keyboard, Volume and channel control, Turn TV on/off

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Control Weekly V1 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Pro Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control Yearly V1 | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Pro Yearly | $28.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Life Time | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient for busy families
- 💡 Works with multiple devices
- 🚀 Responsive touch controls
- 💡 Voice command feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Unclear cancellation process
- 🐛 Disconnection issues
- 💰 Misleading 'free' claims
- 🔒 Aggressive upselling

**Reported bugs**

- Vibration instead of button response
- Subscription ads pop up frequently

**Requested features**

- Volume control
- Refresh button functionality
- Microphone access without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote free?

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

### Is Universal TV Remote™ Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote or Universal TV Remote™ Control?

Universal TV Remote™ Control is rated higher. Universal TV Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 560 ratings, while Universal TV Remote™ Control averages 4.7 from 33K ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote or Universal TV Remote™ Control have ads?

Both Universal TV Remote and Universal TV Remote™ Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote or Universal TV Remote™ Control?

Universal TV Remote ships an update every 11 days, and Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote was updated on October 27, 2026 and Universal TV Remote™ Control on October 27, 2026.

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