# RukRemote vs Universal TV, Remote Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RukRemote at 95% against Universal TV, Remote Control's 16%. RukRemote also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3). Universal TV, Remote Control's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 131). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RukRemote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Universal TV, Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RukRemote holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV, Remote Control has 1.3K ratings behind it against 131, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of RukRemote's written reviews are positive against 16% of Universal TV, Remote Control's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RukRemote | Universal TV, Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (131 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rukremote-smart-tv-control/id6471548535/reviews)** | [4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6476616222/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 131 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **95.0% of reviews** | 16.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nguyen Thi Bay](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709923495) | [Arc Global](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664850643) |

## What reviewers say

### RukRemote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rukremote-smart-tv-control/id6471548535)

Transform your iPhone into a smart TV remote with an intuitive interface and quick setup. Easily control power, volume, and navigation with seamless touchpad functionality. Works with most smart TVs via Wi-Fi without any external hardware.

**Highlights:** Intuitive remote interface, Power, volume, and mute controls, Touchpad navigation, Instant Wi-Fi connection, Works with most smart TVs, No external hardware needed

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote TV Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote TV Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Remote TV Life Time | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Effortless control
- ✅ Quick and hassle-free setup
- 💡 Control from anywhere
- 🪄 Works flawlessly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywalls for features
- 💸 Makes you pay to use all features

**Requested features**

- Consider offering a free tier with basic functionality.


### Universal TV, Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6476616222)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Easily control volume, channels, inputs, and access smart TV apps from a single, intuitive interface. Never lose your remote again.

**Highlights:** Universal TV compatibility, Easy Wi-Fi setup, Full TV control (volume, channels, inputs), Smart TV app access, Multi-TV support, Sleek user interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote PRO Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control Pro (Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote PRO Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Remote PRO Annual | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Stable and functional
- 🤩 Perfect remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Difficult to use
- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 🚫 Scam/false charges

**Reported bugs**

- Can't connect to TV
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, false charges)
- App freezes/crashes

**Requested features**

- Add streaming app icons to remote
- More robust features beyond basic navigation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RukRemote free?

RukRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Universal TV, Remote Control free?

Universal TV, Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RukRemote or Universal TV, Remote Control?

RukRemote is rated higher. RukRemote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 131 ratings, while Universal TV, Remote Control averages 4.3 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do RukRemote or Universal TV, Remote Control have ads?

RukRemote shows ads; Universal TV, Remote Control does not.

### Which is updated more often, RukRemote or Universal TV, Remote Control?

RukRemote ships an update monthly, and Universal TV, Remote Control monthly. Most recently, RukRemote was updated on November 8, 2026 and Universal TV, Remote Control on November 4, 2026.

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