Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control+ vs Tv Remote

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+

Control your smart TV with your phone. This app offers a seamless way to manage volume, channels, and navigation. It connects via Wi-Fi and supports a wide range of popular TV brands, simplifying your home entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Smart TV identification over Wi-Fi
  • Wide compatibility with TV brands
  • Touchpad for navigation
  • Direct channel launching
  • Siri Shortcuts & widgets
  • Voice search
  • Mouse & keyboard control
Features
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TV Remote offers the ultimate solution for seamlessly controlling your Smart TV right from the convenience of your phone. Say goodbye to lost remotes and cluttered coffee tables & take command of your home entertainment with TV Remote App, the ultimate remote control app for your smart TVs and devices. The App is compatible with a variety of TV brands, including Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, FireTV, Vizio, Sony, Xiaomi, Mi TV, Toshiba, Amazon Fire Stick, Sanyo, Hitachi, AppleTV, Nvidia Shield, Android TV devices and Hisense. Connect effortlessly to your TV via WIFI and wield comprehensive control over functions such as volume, channels, input sources, and more—all from the palm of your hand. FEATURES: * Instantly identifies Smart TVs within the shared WIFI network * Compatible with a wide range of popular TV brands * Featuring a spacious touchpad for effortless menu and content navigation * Channel launches directly from the App * Siri Shortcuts & widgets for quick action * Voice search for hands-free control * Mouse, Keyboard, change input sources (LG TV) Simplify your home entertainment experience and take control with TV Control Hub. Download now and experience the ultimate in TV control! Disclaimer: The Universal Remote TV Control application is not the official app of Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, or any other companies or hardware manufacturers. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by these entities. Terms of Use: https://sandstorm-software.com/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://sandstorm-software.com/privacy_policy.html

About

Tv Remote

Features
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Turn your smartphone into a universal remote control for your TV! No more searching for your lost remote, this app provides full functionality with a user-friendly interface. Control every aspect of your TV, from changing channels to adjusting volume, navigating apps, and managing playback with ease. Key Features: * Complete TV Control – Adjust volume, change channels, mute, and power on/off. * Smart Navigation – Use a touchpad, number pad, and joystick for smooth control. * Playback Controls – Play, pause, rewind, fast forward, next/previous for music & videos. * Launch & Control TV Apps – Open apps like YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, and more. * Easy & Fast Connectivity – Connect instantly with Smart TVs over WiFi. * No Setup Required – Just connect your phone and TV to the same network. Say goodbye to multiple remotes, download the TV Remote Control App now and enjoy seamless control!

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control+3 screens
Tv Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV Remote Control+ at none against Tv Remote's shown. Tv Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). 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 TV Remote Control+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Tv Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote Control+ ships an update every 10 days, Tv Remote every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Universal TV Remote Control+ versus Tv Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control+Tv Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (582 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews44.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings582 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB45 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPaul KennethAMARDEEP DHILLON

Bugs and requests

Universal TV Remote Control+

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Doesn't connect properly
  • Stops working after a minute
  • Doesn't work with any devices
  • Subscription issues

Requested features

2 requests
  • Copy-paste functionality in the keyboard
  • Ability to invert sound and channel icons

Tv Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control+

Subscriptions3
  • All PRO features for a week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Pro$8.991 Month
  • All PRO features for a year$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99
1 purchases

Tv Remote

One-time1
  • Remove all ads$1.99

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control+ free?
Universal TV Remote Control+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tv Remote free?
Tv Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Universal TV Remote Control+ or Tv Remote have ads?
Tv Remote shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control+ does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control+ or Tv Remote?
Universal TV Remote Control+ ships an update every 10 days, and Tv Remote every 4 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control+ was updated on October 14, 2026 and Tv Remote on October 1, 2026.

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