Universal TV Remote Control+ vs EsReal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
EsReal
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EsReal helps you recognize trusted digital interactions. The EsReal® app verifies websites, links, messages, and digital content using the EsReal® verification platform. By scanning QR codes or checking URLs, users can instantly see whether a website is officially validated within the EsReal trust network. When a site is unknown, EsReal provides a clear warning to help users stay aware and make safer online decisions. EsReal® introduces the Trust Code, a dynamic visual confirmation shared between the mobile app and the EsReal® browser extension. This additional recognition layer helps users distinguish authentic pages from look-alike websites without requiring complex actions or technical knowledge. The Trust Code updates automatically and provides an extra level of visual confirmation when interacting online. Users can scan QR codes, validate shared links, and verify digital references in real time. Links and content can optionally be forwarded for AI-assisted analysis, providing additional signals that help identify potentially misleading or fraudulent content. EsReal® also helps evaluate messages and shared information received through email, messaging platforms, or other digital channels. By combining verification signals with clear visual feedback, the app supports safer navigation across modern online environments. Built under the unified EsReal® infrastructure, the verification backend and Trust Code system form part of a growing digital trust framework designed for international deployment. The platform aims to support trusted interactions across websites, communications, documents, and online services while keeping the user experience simple and accessible. EsReal® does not require users to manage complex security settings. Verification results are presented clearly so users can quickly recognize whether they are interacting with an officially validated digital environment. Key capabilities include: • Website and URL verification • QR code scanning and validation • EsReal® Trust Code recognition • AI-assisted link analysis • Message and content safety checks • Visual confirmation of trusted digital environments EsReal® is designed to help users recognize authenticity online — quickly, clearly, and without friction.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EsReal at none against Universal TV Remote Control+'s 4. EsReal also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. EsReal asks for nothing beyond the download.
Universal TV Remote Control+ ships an update every 10 days, EsReal weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Universal TV Remote Control+ | EsReal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (582 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 44.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 582 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 89 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Paul Kenneth | CIRAM CONSULTING |
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
EsReal
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Universal TV Remote Control+
- 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
- Lifetime Pro$19.99
EsReal
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Universal TV Remote Control+ free?
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Do Universal TV Remote Control+ or EsReal have ads?
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