Comparison

VisiRing vs Smart TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

VisiRing

Features
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VisiRing turns a simple QR sticker into a recovery beacon. The moment someone scans your tag, you get a push notification with the scan location — and they see your contact details instantly, no app needed on their end. Stick a VisiRing tag on anything you'd hate to lose: • Bags & backpacks • Keys, wallets & tools • Luggage & travel gear • Pet tags & collars • Prams, bikes & sports gear HOW IT WORKS Create your VisiRing QR code in the app and attach it to your item. Whoever finds it scans the code with their phone camera — your chosen contact details appear straight away. They don't need the app or an account. You get an instant push notification, including where the scan happened, so you can get your item back fast. WHY VISIRING • No batteries, no Bluetooth, no subscriptions to keep a tag alive — a QR code never runs out of charge • Works anywhere in the world, on any phone with a camera • You control what the finder sees — share only the contact details you choose • Scan alerts arrive in real time with location, so you know when and where your item was found Lost doesn't have to mean gone. Tag it with VisiRing. Terms of Use (EULA) - http://apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Smart TV Remote

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Easily control power, volume, channels, and access apps with a touchpad and keyboard. Connects automatically over Wi-Fi for seamless control.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Touchpad and keyboard input
  • App launching
  • Save multiple TVs
  • Power on from standby
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Turn your iPhone into the remote for every smart TV in the house. The app finds the TV on your Wi-Fi, pairs the way the TV asks, and gives you every key, a touchpad, a keyboard and your apps, all in one place that never ends up under the sofa. Works With the TVs People Actually Own Samsung, LG, Sony Bravia, Roku, Vizio, Philips, Panasonic, Amazon Fire TV, and the Android TV and Google TV sets made by TCL, Hisense, Xiaomi and many others. Each brand is spoken in its own language, so the keys respond the way the original remote does. Ready in a Minute Put the phone on the same Wi-Fi as the TV and open the app. The TV appears within seconds. The first time, the TV shows a code or asks for permission on its screen, once; after that the connection is automatic whenever you open the app. Every Key of the Remote Power, volume and mute, channels and numbers, inputs, arrows and OK, play and pause, home and back. The keys are laid out like a real remote, with haptic feedback on every press, and the phone's own volume buttons control the TV. Touchpad and Keyboard Swipe across the touchpad to move through menus and tap to select. On TVs with a pointer, the cursor follows your finger. When it is time to search, type on your phone's keyboard instead of hunting for letters on the screen one at a time. Your Apps in One Tap Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video and everything else installed on the TV, opened straight from the phone. Keep your favorites at the top of the remote. Turn the TV On From the Couch Most recent smart TVs can be woken over the network. Once the app has paired with the TV, it can turn it on for you, even from standby, and it helps you switch the setting on when the TV needs it. Every TV in the House Living room, bedroom, kitchen: save each TV once and switch between them in a tap. Rename them, forget them, add a new one whenever you like. Private by Design There is no account and no server between you and your TV. The app talks to the TV directly over your home network. No ads, and no tracking of what you watch. Premium The remote itself is free, with no limits: arrows and OK, volume and mute, channels, power, inputs, play and pause. Premium unlocks the touchpad, the number pad, launching apps and the keyboard, and you can try each of them for free a few times first. Choose a weekly or yearly subscription, or pay once with Lifetime. Prices are shown in the app before you buy. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Vizio, Philips, Panasonic, Amazon, Google or any other brand mentioned. Privacy Policy: https://tvremote.org/privacy Terms of Use: https://tvremote.org/terms

Screenshots

VisiRing4 screens
Smart TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: VisiRing at none against Smart TV Remote's shown. Smart TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. VisiRing sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Smart TV Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VisiRing ships an update every 2 months, Smart TV Remote every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
VisiRing versus Smart TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisiRingSmart TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB122 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperTraxrift Pty LtdFlorea Media SRL

In-app purchases

2 purchases

VisiRing

Subscriptions2
  • VisiRing Monthly Pro Plan$9.991 Month
  • VisiRing Yearly Pro Plan$99.991 Year
4 purchases

Smart TV Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Yearly3 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$34.99

Questions

Is VisiRing free?
VisiRing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart TV Remote free?
Smart TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VisiRing or Smart TV Remote have ads?
Smart TV Remote shows ads; VisiRing does not.
Which is updated more often, VisiRing or Smart TV Remote?
VisiRing ships an update every 2 months, and Smart TV Remote every 6 days. Most recently, VisiRing was updated on October 30, 2026 and Smart TV Remote on November 6, 2026.

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