Comparison

Universal TV・Remote Control・ vs Remote Universal

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

Head to head
About

Universal TV・Remote Control・

Turn your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control power, volume, channels, and navigate with a built-in touchpad. Supports a wide range of smart TV brands for easy and efficient management of your television.

Highlights
  • Universal TV compatibility
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Fast connection setup
  • Full remote functionality
  • Simple and intuitive interface
Features
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Turn your smartphone into a reliable universal remote for any TV. Effortlessly manage power, volume, channels, inputs, and more across top brands and models. With instant setup, intuitive touchpad navigation, and a sleek interface, TV control is simpler than ever. Key Features: - Universal compatibility with popular smart TVs - Responsive touchpad for smooth navigation - Fast, one-tap connection - Full controls: volume, channels, sources, and beyond - Clean, user-friendly design Download now and master your TV from your phone! 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. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1maMipyQWpIOq82WkSVZdd4cNamcxD9yyf7Vk3rECy4c/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rSxV1DJDbFTqwmRHcrzpeWSPnvLOxflVo3qICAq0ErQ/edit?usp=sharing

About

Remote Universal

Control your smart TVs with a single app, eliminating the need for physical remotes. Manage main functions, adjust settings, and enjoy advanced features for an enhanced viewing experience. Offers premium features like smart home integration and auto-connect.

Highlights
  • Full TV control (on/off, volume, channels)
  • Wide compatibility with popular TV models
  • User-friendly interface
  • Manage multiple devices simultaneously
  • Smart home integration (premium)
  • Auto-connect to paired devices (premium)
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Easily control your Smart TVs with a single app! Remote Universal - TV Control is a powerful and convenient tool that lets you manage all your devices effortlessly, eliminating the need to hunt for physical remotes. Gain full access to your TV's main functions and enjoy advanced features designed to enhance your viewing experience. Key Features and Functionalities: Full Control: Easily turn your TV on or off, adjust the volume, change channels, and fine-tune picture settings—all with just a few taps on your iPhone. Wide Compatibility: Our app supports popular TV models, providing a stable and reliable connection. User-Friendly Interface: Designed with simplicity in mind, our interface ensures effortless navigation and maximum usability. Manage Multiple Devices: Control several TVs at once without needing to switch between different remote controls. Energy Efficiency: Turn your TVs on and off remotely to optimize energy consumption in your household. Remote Universal - TV Control transforms your device into the ultimate TV remote, making it easy and efficient to manage your TVs. Download the app now and experience a new level of convenience in controlling your home entertainment! Premium Features for Remote Universal - TV Control: Unlock advanced features and take your home entertainment system to the next level with our premium subscription services. By subscribing, you gain access to exclusive features that add ongoing value: Frequent Updates and Improvements: Subscribers receive monthly or quarterly updates that include new remote functionalities, additional customization options, and improved connection stability with supported TV models. Unlimited Access: Get unrestricted access to all advanced remote features, ensuring seamless control of your TV with no limitations. Smart Home Integration: Connect your TV control to other smart home devices such as lighting or security systems—available exclusively for subscribers. This feature enables a cohesive and connected home automation experience. Auto-Connect: Quickly connect to previously paired devices for a smooth and hassle-free experience every time you open the app. Subscribers receive monthly updates that introduce new control features and optimize connection algorithms, making the app more stable and reliable with each update. The auto-connect feature instantly links to previously saved devices for immediate use each time you open the app. Additionally, integration with smart home systems allows for unified management of lighting and security systems through a single interface. Remote Universal - TV Control is exclusively designed for iOS devices, providing powerful and convenient control over your Smart TVs. Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/remote-control-privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Universal TV・Remote Control・4 screens
Remote Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV・Remote Control・ at 4.5 against Remote Universal's 1.0. Universal TV・Remote Control・ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 1). Remote Universal's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). 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. Universal TV・Remote Control・ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Remote Universal sells 5 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

Universal TV・Remote Control・ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV・Remote Control・ has 1.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV・Remote Control・ ships an update every 2 months, Remote Universal every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Universal TV・Remote Control・ versus Remote Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV・Remote Control・Remote Universal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.1K ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVRT-MB d.o.o.Security App LTD

Customer experience

Universal TV・Remote Control・

All ratings1,119 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral4.2%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral2.0%
Negative78.0%

Remote Universal

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Universal TV・Remote Control・

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Frequent disconnections from TV
  • App doesn't recognize TV

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to cancel subscription easily
  • Support for more TV models

Remote Universal

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Universal TV・Remote Control・

Subscriptions8
  • Easy Entertainment Control!$5.997 Days
  • One Remote to Rule Them All!3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Easy Entertainment Control!3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 5 more
  • A Perfect Compatibility!$7.997 Days
  • Easy Entertainment Control!3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Easy Entertainment Control!3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • A Perfect Compatibility!$19.991 Month
  • Easy Entertainment Control!$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Fast Connection$9.99
  • Simple Interface$9.99
5 purchases

Remote Universal

Subscriptions5
  • Cast Control For Para Any TV3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
Show 2 more
  • Yearly Premium$83.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal TV・Remote Control・ free?
Universal TV・Remote Control・ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Universal free?
Remote Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV・Remote Control・ or Remote Universal?
Universal TV・Remote Control・ is rated higher. Universal TV・Remote Control・ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Remote Universal averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Universal TV・Remote Control・ or Remote Universal have ads?
Remote Universal shows ads; Universal TV・Remote Control・ does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV・Remote Control・ or Remote Universal?
Universal TV・Remote Control・ ships an update every 2 months, and Remote Universal every 3 days. Most recently, Universal TV・Remote Control・ was updated on September 18, 2026 and Remote Universal on August 20, 2026.

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