# TV Control vs TV Remote・Universal Control #1

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Control | TV Remote・Universal Control #1 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-control-universal-remote/id6466156220/reviews) | **[4.7 (557 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal-control-1/id6478119018/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 69 | **557** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 90 MB | 198 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BTB Tech, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1699707508) | [Mihai Turlea](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855548265) |

## 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 |


### TV Remote・Universal Control #1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal-control-1/id6478119018)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote for TV | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control: Smart Remote App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control: Smart Remote App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control Remote + Widgets | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Control + Widgets | $19.99 | per month |
| TV Control Universal Remote | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Control + Widgets | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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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