TV Control vs Universal TV Remote Control ►
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Universal remote for smart TVs
- Quick app access
- Smart touchpad navigation
- Cast photos and videos
- Voice control
- Stable WiFi remote
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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/
Universal TV Remote Control ►
Control multiple smart TVs from your phone with this app. Connect via Wi-Fi to navigate menus, adjust volume, launch apps, and type using your phone's keyboard. Supports major brands like LG, Samsung, Roku, and Android TV.
- Control multiple smart TVs
- Wi-Fi network connection
- Navigate menus and adjust volume
- Launch apps directly
- On-screen keyboard for text input
- Supports major TV brands
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Universal TV Remote Control lets you control multiple smart TVs using just one app. No need to switch between different remotes! Manage all your TVs from a single interface. Connect your phone to the same Wi‑Fi network as your TV, and you’re ready to go. Navigate menus, adjust the volume, switch inputs, launch apps, or type using your phone’s keyboard, all in seconds. Whether you’re streaming, gaming, or just watching regular TV, control stays right in your hand. Supports many TV Brands: • LG • Samsung • Roku • Fire TV • Vizio TV • Android TV / Google TV • Many models of Philips, TCL, Onn, etc.. Note: Some tv models of the brands may not be supported for remote control by the app. Features: • Auto‑detect TVs on the same Wi‑Fi network • Works with leading brands including LG, Samsung, Roku, Fire TV, Vizio TV, Google TV, and Android TV • Smooth touchpad navigation for effortless browsing and control • Open apps directly without needing the original remote • Fast text input through an on‑screen keyboard • More exciting features! Note: Feature availability may vary based on the TV brand and model. Some functions may not be supported on certain devices. So what are you waiting for? Download Universal TV Remote Control and start controlling your smart tv from your device! Disclaimer: Universal TV Remote Control is an independent app and is not affiliated with, related to, or in any way associated with any of the brands or companies mentioned within the app or its descriptions, including but not limited to LG, Samsung, Roku, Fire TV, Vizio TV, Android TV, Google TV, Philips, TCL, and Onn. ************************** Subscriptions & Terms ************************** The usage of the Universal TV Remote Control ► app requires a valid subscription. Free trial automatically converts to a paid subscription unless canceled at least 24-hours before the end of the trial period. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. All subscriptions automatically renew if it is not cancelled within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for the next subscription period up to 24 hours prior to the current subscription expiring. It is not possible to cancel an existing in-app subscription. You can disable the automatic renewal function at any time by adjusting your account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://www.algotwist.com/apps/tv-remote/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: TV Control at free with in-app purchases against Universal TV Remote Control ►'s subscription. Universal TV Remote Control ►'s advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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
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 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Universal TV Remote Control ► holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 67 and 83 respectively.
TV Control ships an update fortnightly, Universal TV Remote Control ► every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TV Control | Universal TV Remote Control ► |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (67 ratings) | 4.8 (83 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 67 | 83 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 90 MB | 92 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BTB Tech, Inc | AlgoTwist Ltd |
Customer experience
TV Control
Universal TV Remote Control ►
In-app purchases
TV Control
- 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
- Lifetime Super Sale$24.99
- One-Time Purchase$39.99
Universal TV Remote Control ►
- Universal TV Remote Weekly7 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Universal TV Remote Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Universal TV Remote Weekly7 Days trial$4.997 Days
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- Universal TV Remote Weekly$4.997 Days
- Universal TV Remote Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Universal TV Remote Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Universal TV Remote Monthly$7.991 Month
- Universal TV Remote Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Universal TV Remote Yearly$19.991 Year
- Universal TV Remote Yearly3 Days trial$31.991 Year
- Universal TV Remote Yearly$31.991 Year
- Universal TV Remote Yearly$39.991 Year
- TV Remote Full Access$39.99
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