Comparison

Universal Remote vs Guru Remote

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote

Control your smart TV using your iPhone with this app. It offers a universal remote solution, allowing you to link and manage multiple TV devices easily. Upgrade to premium to remove ads and access all features.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • Control all smart TVs
  • One-click linking to TV
  • Save remote controls
  • Ad-free premium option
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Universal Remote - Smart TV is brought to you as a breakthrough for TV controls, which allows you to get rid of original remotes.  To be specific, Universal Remote - Smart TV is an app allowing users to easily control their Smart TV from iPhone. Feature: - Universal TV control, you don't need to download a lot of remote control App. - Remote control for all smart TV - One - Click link to and get match with your TV devices, save your time and effort. - Save remote control for TV so that you can easily access them later. Enjoy and leave your feedback! *** Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features*** – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of service: https://sites.google.com/view/term-of-use-ntb-software Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/privacypolicyntbsoftware

About

Guru Remote

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a simple, fast remote for your Smart TV. Guru Remote connects directly to supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen TVs over your local network, giving you the controls you need without searching for the physical remote. KEY FEATURES • D-pad navigation and OK • Volume, mute, and channel controls • Home and Back navigation • Playback controls • Input and source controls • Touchpad for smooth pointer navigation • TV keyboard input where supported • Save your TVs for quick access • Automatic reconnection • Haptic feedback • Light and dark appearance EASY CONNECTION Guru Remote discovers compatible TVs on your local network and guides you through pairing. Your iPhone can connect over Wi-Fi while your TV can be connected by Wi-Fi or Ethernet. If automatic discovery isn't available on your network, you can connect to a supported TV manually using its IP address. COMPATIBILITY Guru Remote is designed for supported LG webOS and Samsung Tizen Smart TVs. Some controls and features may vary depending on your TV model, firmware version, installed TV apps, and network configuration. GURUREMOTE PRO Some advanced convenience and personalization features require GuruRemote Pro through an in-app purchase. Guru Remote is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by LG Electronics or Samsung Electronics. Privacy Policy: https://guru-apps.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://guru-apps.com/gururemote-terms

Screenshots

Universal Remote4 screens
Guru Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Guru Remote at none against Universal Remote's shown. Guru Remote also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). Universal Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). 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. Universal Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Guru Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, Guru Remote every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Universal Remote versus Guru Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal RemoteGuru Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNguyen Thi BayGuruApps, LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Universal Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Universal Remote TV Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Universal Remote TV Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remote TV Universal Life Time$29.99
2 purchases

Guru Remote

Subscriptions1
  • GuruRemote Pro Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • GuruRemote Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Guru Remote free?
Guru Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Universal Remote or Guru Remote have ads?
Universal Remote shows ads; Guru Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote or Guru Remote?
Universal Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Guru Remote every 5 days. Most recently, Universal Remote was updated on October 5, 2026 and Guru Remote on October 10, 2026.

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