Comparison

Open vs Universal TV Remote Control .

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

Head to head
About

Open

Features
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Now presenting a great way for realtors to attract potential customers! Open House is a simple app that allows realtors to instantly advertise an inspection for a property in real time. No registration, no login, no remembering to pull down the advertisement. Just click it, time it, forget it! • Open House uses your favourite app for Maps and Navigation. • If you're a realtor who wants to advertise a splendid property in your vicinity, simply click some pictures of its exterior and interiors with a steady hand, upload them on the app, and the location will be saved automatically for potential buyers/renters to stop by and browse in person. • Conversely, buyers/renters can browse the pictures in an album or on the map. By simply clicking on a picture, you can get a pretty accurate location for the advertised property, and also instantly find the shortest route to it in your preferred navigation app. Unique features: Quick and easy to use. Just download and get started. You control how long your post stays alive: one hour/day/week. And it is absolutely free! All features are accessible. No hidden costs. So, hurry! Get this versatile app now and instantly create your own real estate listing, or else head over to someone else's showing in time to claim their gorgeous property for yourself. House selling and house hunting have never been easier!

About

Universal TV Remote Control .

Transform your phone into a universal remote for smart TVs, streaming sticks, and set-top boxes. Control power, volume, navigation, and media playback effortlessly. Connects via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Power ON/OFF
  • Volume Control
  • Dual Navigation Modes (Touchpad/D-pad)
  • Keyboard input for TV
  • Media Player and App Control
  • Numeric Keypad
  • Wi-Fi connection
Features
Currently charting
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TV Remote. Made Simple. Are you struggling with outdated remote controls? Say goodbye to frustration! Transform your phone into a universal remote for smart TV, streaming stick, or set-top box. No more juggling remotes, replacing dead batteries, or searching between couch cushions. Designed for simplicity, speed, and compatibility, our app works with an extensive range of TV devices from world’s top brands: * Roku, TLC, Amazon Fire TV, Vizio, Toshiba, Onn, Element * Samsung, LG, Google TV, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Sony Bravia * Hisense, Xiaomi, Changhong, Sharp, Telefunken, Orange, Hitachi and many more. Key Features: * Power ON/OFF directly from your phone or tablet. * Volume Control. Adjust volume, mute sound, or fine-tune audio output effortlessly. * Dual Navigation Modes. Switch between touchpad mode for swiping and D-pad mode for classic directional control. Navigate menus, apps, and settings with ease. * Keyboard. Enter text on your TV the smart way using your device’s keyboard. Perfect for typing search queries, passwords, and more. * Media Player and Apps Control. Manage playback with play, pause, rewind, and fast forward. Launch and control your favorite streaming apps right from your phone. * Numeric Keypad. Directly enter channel numbers using the built-in numpad for quick channel surfing. Quick Connection. Reliable Control. Our app is designed for quick pairing and instant use. Connect to your Smart TV or streaming device over your Wi-Fi network without any additional hardware or complex setup steps. Even if your physical remote is lost or broken, you can connect and control your device with ease. Optimized Interface Whether you're casually watching your favorite series or exploring advanced settings, our interface is crafted for comfort and precision. Every feature is designed to be intuitive and accessible, offering responsive, ergonomic controls that suit both everyday use and tech-savvy users. Ongoing Support and Compatibility We are dedicated to keeping our app up-to-date and compatible with the latest devices and OS updates. Our support team is always ready to assist if you need help or have questions. Reach us directly at support@appsventure.co. Legal Notice This app is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Hisense, TCL, Fire TV, or any of the mentioned brands. Brand names are used solely for compatibility reference. Privacy Policy: https://appsventure.co/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://appsventure.co/terms-of-use Download today and streamline your TV experience.

Screenshots

Open3 screens
Universal TV Remote Control .4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Open at none against Universal TV Remote Control .'s 10. Open also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). Universal TV Remote Control .'s advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). On price and device support 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 $6.99 per 7 days. Open asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Open ships an update monthly, Universal TV Remote Control . every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Open versus Universal TV Remote Control .: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenUniversal TV Remote Control .
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (11K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—85.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—11K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#200 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB166 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer1ST LEARN PTY LTDApps Venture Inc.

Bugs and requests

Open

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Universal TV Remote Control .

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Unable to connect to certain TV models
  • Cursor jumping issue on select/OK key

Requested features

2 requests
  • Compatibility with Apple TV
  • Ability to control more devices

In-app purchases

None

Open

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control .

Subscriptions8
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium - 7 Day Free Trial7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly (Family Plan)3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)3 Days trial$19.493 Months
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly (Family Plan)$29.991 Year
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)$35.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime (Family Plan)$29.99
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)$39.99

Questions

Is Open free?
Open is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal TV Remote Control . free?
Universal TV Remote Control . is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Open or Universal TV Remote Control . have ads?
Universal TV Remote Control . shows ads; Open does not.
Which is updated more often, Open or Universal TV Remote Control .?
Open ships an update monthly, and Universal TV Remote Control . every 2 weeks. Most recently, Open was updated on October 30, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control . on November 2, 2026.

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