Comparison

Remote for Sаmsung vs Sam

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

Head to head
About

Remote for Sаmsung

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for your Smart TV. Effortlessly manage volume, channels, playback, and launch apps with a simple, intuitive interface. Connect quickly over Wi-Fi for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote
  • Wi-Fi connection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Keyboard input
  • App launcher
  • Volume and channel control
Features
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Remote for Sаmsung: Control TV is a convenient and reliable app that turns your phone into a universal remote for your Samsung Smart TV. Easily adjust volume, change channels, control playback, and launch apps — all from one simple and intuitive interface. Key Features: - Quick Connection: Pair your phone with your TV over Wi-Fi in seconds. - Touchpad Navigation: Smooth and precise menu control with swipe gestures. - Keyboard Input: Type faster for searches and logins using your phone’s keyboard. - App Launcher: Open your favorite TV apps directly from your device. - Simple Design: Clean and user-friendly layout for effortless control. Download Remote for Sаmsung: Control TV today and enjoy seamless control of your Smart TV from your phone. The App offers auto-renewing subscriptions to provide you with unlimited access to all features with no limits while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms of Use https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TBRr5ALoBdt9kfkNykOPe_J3Ow8thENrOiex1p2-IMw/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17maQkaGzLbc_v-zu49GQFCIo7qGKVNiA1gMlKzT25FI/edit?usp=sharing

About

Sam

Features
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Control your TV with ease. This app will turn your iPhone into a TV remote! Easily connect once and the app will remember your TV. Features: - Intuitive remote control. - Auto-detect your TV's on the same wifi network. - Auto-connect to your TV. - Launch and control your favorite apps. - Easy navigation through touchpad. - Smooth cursorpad and air mouse. - Type and Search through keyboard. How to Use: - Step 1: Ensure your phone and TV connect to the same Wi-Fi. Click Connect icon on the top right - Step 2: Choose and Connect to your TV on the phone screen - Step 3: You are ready to use. Try out every feature of our app!! Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features: - You can choose a yearly subscription (with 3-day free trial) or a monthly subscription. – 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. Samsung Compatibility: Supports 2016+ models. Disclaimer: This application is NOT an official Samsung product and it is NOT associated with, endorsed by, or affiliated with Samsung Electronics in any way. It is a third-party tool crafted to offer users a convenient way to control their compatible devices. Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/foragongroup-tvremote/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/foragongroup-tvremote/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Remote for Sаmsung4 screens
Sam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Sam at fortnightly against Remote for Sаmsung's every 3 months. Sam also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, 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. Remote for Sаmsung sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Sam sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote for Sаmsung ships an update every 3 months, Sam fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Remote for Sаmsung versus Sam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote for SаmsungSam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (559 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings559 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTalbot LailHoa Truong

Bugs and requests

Remote for Sаmsung

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes during use
  • Unable to connect to TV
  • Subscription automatically renewed

Requested features

4 requests
  • Compatibility with older TVs
  • Free trial period
  • Refund option
  • Improved user interface

Sam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Remote for Sаmsung

Subscriptions12
  • Cast your media with TV Remote$2.997 Days
  • Cast your media with TV Remote3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Command your TV in a tap!$4.997 Days
Show 9 more
  • Remote for Sаmsung TV3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Command your TV in a tap!$5.997 Days
  • Your smart TV controller!3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Command your TV in a tap!3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Cast your media with TV Remote3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Command your TV in a tap!3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Remote for Sаmsung TV$9.991 Month
  • Cast your media with TV Remote$19.991 Month
  • Remote for Sаmsung: Control TV3 Days trial$24.991 Year
2 purchases

Sam

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$6.991 Year

Questions

Is Remote for Sаmsung free?
Remote for Sаmsung is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sam free?
Sam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote for Sаmsung or Sam have ads?
Neither Remote for Sаmsung nor Sam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote for Sаmsung or Sam?
Remote for Sаmsung ships an update every 3 months, and Sam fortnightly. Most recently, Remote for Sаmsung was updated on October 27, 2026 and Sam on October 28, 2026.

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