Comparison

TV Control vs Remote TV

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

Remote TV

Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a simple, modern TV remote. Remote TV finds compatible televisions on your local Wi‑Fi network and gives you the controls you use every day in one clean interface. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Control volume, channels, playback and navigation • Switch between D-pad, Touchpad and number pad • Enter text with your phone keyboard when supported by the TV • Open TV apps quickly • Reconnect to saved televisions • Access system screen-mirroring controls BUILT FOR YOUR TV Remote TV supports a wide range of compatible smart TVs. Available commands and apps depend on the television and its software version. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No registration is required. Your commands stay on your local network. Remote TV does not record keyboard text, voice input or local-network identifiers for analytics. Connect your TV and leave the missing remote behind.

Screenshots

TV Control4 screens
Remote TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Remote TV at none against TV Control's shown. TV Control's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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 and Remote TV sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Control ships an update every 2 weeks, Remote TV every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Control versus Remote TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV ControlRemote TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (54 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings54 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size120 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBTB Tech, IncVitalii Peregudov

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
7 purchases

Remote TV

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Access$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Access$4.991 Month
  • Premium: 1 Week3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 2 more
  • Yearly Access for Remote$19.991 Year
  • Premium: 1 Year$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium: Lifetime$29.99
  • Premium: Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is TV Control free?
TV Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote TV free?
Remote TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Control or Remote TV have ads?
TV Control shows ads; Remote TV does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Control or Remote TV?
TV Control ships an update every 2 weeks, and Remote TV every 6 weeks. Most recently, TV Control was updated on September 10, 2026 and Remote TV on September 15, 2026.

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