# TV Remote Universal Plus vs TV Remote Control, Universal

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote Control, Universal at none against TV Remote Universal Plus's shown. TV Remote Control, Universal also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). TV Remote Universal Plus's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Universal Plus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control, Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TV Remote Universal Plus against 5.0 for TV Remote Control, Universal. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

TV Remote Universal Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, TV Remote Control, Universal every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Universal Plus | TV Remote Control, Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-plus/id6474110751/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6758025889/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 34 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Linh Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710850352) | [Muzzammil Hameed](https://appshunter.io/developer/1831618862) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Universal Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-plus/id6474110751)

Control your smart TV directly from your phone with this universal remote app. It quickly recognizes TVs on your Wi-Fi network and offers easy navigation, plus quick access to streaming services. Compatible with popular brands like Samsung, LG, and Roku.

**Highlights:** Control smart TVs from phone, Wi-Fi network TV recognition, Compatibility with popular brands, Easy navigation buttons, Quick access to YouTube and Netflix

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal Remote Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Universal Remote LifeTime | $34.99 | one-time |


### TV Remote Control, Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6758025889)

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control various TV brands, streaming devices, and media players with ease. Navigate, search, and cast content directly from your phone.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control over Wi-Fi, Smart TV brand compatibility, Fast navigation and keyboard input, Voice search support, Cast photos, videos, and music, Quick setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Offer | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Yearly Offer | $44.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Pro | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Universal Plus free?

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

### Is TV Remote Control, Universal free?

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

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

TV Remote Universal Plus and TV Remote Control, Universal are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.

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

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

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

TV Remote Universal Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, and TV Remote Control, Universal every 10 days. Most recently, TV Remote Universal Plus was updated on October 2, 2026 and TV Remote Control, Universal on October 12, 2026.

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