# TV Control vs Universal TV, Remote Control

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV, Remote Control at none against TV Control's shown. Universal TV, Remote Control also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 67) and review sentiment (16% vs 0%). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Control sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal TV, Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for TV Control against 4.3 for Universal TV, Remote Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV, Remote Control has 1.3K ratings behind it against 67, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of TV Control's written reviews are positive against 16% of Universal TV, Remote Control's.

TV Control ships an update fortnightly, Universal TV, Remote Control monthly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Control | Universal TV, Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-control-universal-remote/id6466156220/reviews) | **[4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6476616222/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 67 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **16.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 90 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BTB Tech, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1699707508) | [Arc Global](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664850643) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-control-universal-remote/id6466156220)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal TV remote. Control smart TVs from various brands, launch apps, use a touchpad, cast media, and utilize voice commands. Offers a convenient, all-in-one solution for managing your home entertainment.

**Highlights:** Universal remote for smart TVs, Quick app access, Smart touchpad navigation, Cast photos and videos, Voice control, Stable WiFi remote

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan - 3 Days Free Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Year Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Year Discount 1st month | $24.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan – 3-Day Free Trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Super Sale | $24.99 | one-time |
| One-Time Purchase | $39.99 | one-time |


### Universal TV, Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6476616222)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Easily control volume, channels, inputs, and access smart TV apps from a single, intuitive interface. Never lose your remote again.

**Highlights:** Universal TV compatibility, Easy Wi-Fi setup, Full TV control (volume, channels, inputs), Smart TV app access, Multi-TV support, Sleek user interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote PRO Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control Pro (Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote PRO Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Remote PRO Annual | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Stable and functional
- 🤩 Perfect remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Difficult to use
- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 🚫 Scam/false charges

**Reported bugs**

- Can't connect to TV
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, false charges)
- App freezes/crashes

**Requested features**

- Add streaming app icons to remote
- More robust features beyond basic navigation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Control free?

TV Control 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, TV Control or Universal TV, Remote Control?

Universal TV, Remote Control is rated higher. TV Control averages 4.3 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while Universal TV, Remote Control averages 4.3 from 1.3K ratings.

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

TV Control shows ads; Universal TV, Remote Control does not.

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

TV Control ships an update fortnightly, and Universal TV, Remote Control monthly. Most recently, TV Control was updated on October 27, 2026 and Universal TV, Remote Control on October 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*