# Universal TV・Remote Control・ vs Remote Universal

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.

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.

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.

Universal TV・Remote Control・ ships an update every 2 months, Remote Universal every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV・Remote Control・ | Remote Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tvremote-control/id6467123156/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-universal-tv-control/id6736442926/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 87 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VRT-MB d.o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877117638) | [Security App LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1655677065) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV・Remote Control・

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tvremote-control/id6467123156)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Easy Entertainment Control! | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| One Remote to Rule Them All! | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Easy Entertainment Control! | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| A Perfect Compatibility! | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Easy Entertainment Control! | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Easy Entertainment Control! | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| A Perfect Compatibility! | $19.99 | per month |
| Easy Entertainment Control! | $39.99 | per year |
| Fast Connection | $9.99 | one-time |
| Simple Interface | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent
- ✨ Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Doesn't work as promised
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🤖 Poor connectivity with TV
- 💸 Charges without authorization

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections from TV
- App doesn't recognize TV

**Requested features**

- Ability to cancel subscription easily
- Support for more TV models


### Remote Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-universal-tv-control/id6736442926)

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)

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cast Control For Para Any TV | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $83.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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 26, 2026 and Remote Universal on August 20, 2026.

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