Comparison

TV Control vs TV Remote・Universal Control #1

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

TV Remote・Universal Control #1

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for your smart TV. Control channels, volume, menus, and use a touchpad or keyboard for easier navigation. Connects instantly via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Universal compatibility with major TV brands
  • Full remote control functions
  • Easy Wi-Fi setup
  • Touchpad and keyboard support
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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TV Remote・Universal Control #1 turns your iPhone into a powerful remote control for your smart TV. No more juggling remotes — control everything from one simple, intuitive app. KEY FEATURES: - Universal Compatibility: Works with major smart TV brands: Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, and more. - Full Remote Control: Change channels, adjust volume, navigate menus, and more. - Easy Setup: Connect instantly via Wi-Fi — no hardware required. - Smart Design: Clean, user-friendly interface with responsive controls. - Touchpad & Keyboard Support: Navigate apps and type faster with built-in tools. Forget about lost remotes. TV Remote・Universal Control #1 puts control back in your hands — anytime, anywhere. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dwHX8ij97IGSWROFs6doWW3OJEKNeGSrtNcCKDqY4Ek/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zhvZj7yiV_SAv50F0100o8qCBxaK4eaCEZwBv8NkTJc/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

TV Control4 screens
TV Remote・Universal Control #14 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TV Remote・Universal Control #1 at 50% against TV Control's 0%. TV Remote・Universal Control #1 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.2). TV Control's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price and in-app purchases 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 and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote・Universal Control #1 has 557 ratings behind it against 69, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TV Control's written reviews are positive against 50% of TV Remote・Universal Control #1's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Control ships an update fortnightly, TV Remote・Universal Control #1 monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
TV Control versus TV Remote・Universal Control #1: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV ControlTV Remote・Universal Control #1
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (69 ratings)4.7 (557 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings69557 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB198 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBTB Tech, IncMihai Turlea

Customer experience

TV Control

All ratings65 ratings
Positive81.5%
Neutral3.1%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

TV Remote・Universal Control #1

All ratings527 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.0%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral4.5%
Negative45.5%

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
Show 2 more
  • 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
8 purchases

TV Remote・Universal Control #1

Subscriptions8
  • Universal Remote for TV3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • TV Control: Smart Remote App$5.997 Days
Show 5 more
  • TV Control: Smart Remote App3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • TV Control Remote + Widgets3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal TV Control + Widgets$19.991 Month
  • TV Control Universal Remote$29.991 Year
  • Universal TV Control + Widgets$39.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Control free?
TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote・Universal Control #1 free?
TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Control or TV Remote・Universal Control #1?
TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is rated higher. TV Control averages 4.2 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while TV Remote・Universal Control #1 averages 4.7 from 557 ratings.
Do TV Control or TV Remote・Universal Control #1 have ads?
TV Control shows ads; TV Remote・Universal Control #1 does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Control or TV Remote・Universal Control #1?
TV Control ships an update fortnightly, and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 monthly. Most recently, TV Control was updated on October 30, 2026 and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 on October 21, 2026.

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