Comparison

TV Control vs HMS Direct

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

Head to head
About

TV Control

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
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TV Remote – Smart Control for All TVs. Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful universal TV remote! Control Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Hisense, Sony, TCL & more — all from one smart app. No more juggling remotes. Cast, control, and mirror – effortlessly. Key Features • Universal Remote for Smart TVs Control power, volume, channels, input, and settings on Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, and Android TVs. • Quick App Access Launch Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Hulu, TED, and CNN instantly with one tap. • Smart Touchpad Navigation Swipe and tap like a laptop trackpad — intuitive and fast. • Cast Photos & Videos Stream photos and videos from your iPhone/iPad camera roll to your TV. No cables. No setup. • Voice Control Use voice commands to search, play, pause, adjust volume, and more — hands-free. • Stable WiFi Remote Control TVs via WiFi — no line-of-sight needed. Instant response & ultra-reliable connection. • All-in-One Convenience Consolidate all your remotes into one smart app available on both iPhone and iPad. • Screen Mirroring (Coming Soon) Mirror your iPhone/iPad screen to any compatible smart TV — great for presentations, videos, or mobile games. * Works Great With: Smart TVs, streaming devices, and more. Perfect for home entertainment, travel, and presentations. * How to connect to TV Control – Universal Remote : 1. Make sure your Smart TV and your iPhone/iPad are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open the TV Control – Universal Remote app. 3. Tap the “Tap to Connect” button at the top of the screen. 4. Choose your TV from the list of available devices. 5. Once connected, explore the available features: Remote, Touchpad, Cast, Channel, Setting Why Choose TV Remote – Smart Control? • Works with almost smart TVs & streaming devices • Seamless connection setup in seconds • All-in-one remote for your home, travel, or office • Clean, simple interface that anyone can use Download TV Control – Universal Remote now on your iPhone or iPad and take control of your viewing experience! *This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, or any of the mentioned brands. Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below: Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/btb-ios-group/ Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/btb-ios-group-tos/

About

HMS Direct

Features
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Hyundai Marine Solution

Screenshots

TV Control4 screens
HMS Direct4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HMS Direct at none against TV Control's 7. HMS Direct also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15). On price, update cadence 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. TV Control sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. HMS Direct asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Control ships an update fortnightly, HMS Direct monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Control versus HMS Direct: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV ControlHMS Direct
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (76 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings76 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1512.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB5 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBTB Tech, IncHD HYUNDAI MARINE SOLUTION CO., LTD.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

TV Control

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Plan - 3 Days Free Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Year Premium$19.991 Year
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  • Year Discount 1st month1 Month trial$24.991 Year
  • Annual Plan – 3-Day Free Trial3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Super Sale$24.99
  • One-Time Purchase$39.99
None

HMS Direct

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Control free?
TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HMS Direct free?
HMS Direct is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TV Control or HMS Direct have ads?
TV Control shows ads; HMS Direct does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Control or HMS Direct?
TV Control ships an update fortnightly, and HMS Direct monthly. Most recently, TV Control was updated on November 7, 2026 and HMS Direct on November 8, 2026.

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