Comparison

TV Remote Universal Plus vs Universal Remote for MAG

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Universal Plus

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
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TV Remote Universal Plus is the ultimate solution for controlling your Smart TV from the comfort of your phone. With its easy-to-use interface and compatibility with various TV brands such as Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, FireTV, AndroidTV, Vizio, and Hisense, this app lets you take charge of your TV viewing experience. Main features: * Recognize TV on the same Wifi network quickly * Easily compatible with many popular TVs on the market * Large navigation buttons for quick operation * Quick access to Youtube and Netflix channels DISCLAIMER * This universal remote control for TV is not affiliated with the TV brands available in this app. Your Feedback is Welcome We are here to assist you with any of your needs. If your brand or model is not supported, please don't hesitate to contact us. Your feedback will help us improve and do better. Terms of service:https://sites.google.com/view/terms-of-use-ntb-software Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/privacy-policy-nbl-software

About

Universal Remote for MAG

Control your MAG set-top box from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Easily switch channels, adjust volume, navigate menus, and type text over your local Wi-Fi network with an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Channel and volume control
  • Menu navigation
  • Text input via keyboard
  • Apple Watch app
  • Home and Lock Screen widgets
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Support for multiple devices
Features
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Fully control your MAG set-top box with Universal Remote for MAG, the modern remote control utility for compatible STBs. Lost the physical remote? This app puts every essential control right on your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Switch channels, adjust volume, power your box on or off, navigate menus, and type text. All this done over your local Wi‑Fi network with a clean, intuitive interface designed for one-handed use with user privacy in mind. EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE REMOTE • Navigation: D-pad with swipe gestures, OK/Select, Back, and Home • Channels & volume: Dedicated channel and volume rockers • Power & playback: Power, Play/Pause, Rewind, and Fast Forward • Number keypad: Direct channel entry with a live on-screen HUD • Color buttons: Red, Green, Yellow, and Blue (F1–F4) • Live keyboard: Type search terms, passwords, and URLs on your TV • Haptic feedback: Optional tactile response for every press BEYOND THE APP • Home Screen & Lock Screen widgets: Volume, playback, and navigation without opening the app • Apple Watch app: Full D-pad, power, keyboard, and Digital Crown volume control • Siri Shortcuts: Automate remote actions or send keyboard input with your voice • Multiple devices: Add, pair, and switch between several MAG boxes • iCloud Sync: Keep your device list in sync across your Apple devices EASY SETUP 1. Connect your MAG box and iPhone to the same Wi‑Fi network. 2. On your MAG box, enable remote control: Settings → System settings → Remote control. 3. Open the app, add your box, and complete the quick pairing flow. DISCLAIMER & SUPPORT Universal Remote for MAG is an independent, third-party client tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Infomir or Telecommunication Technologies. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Questions or feedback? Use Settings → Send Feedback in the app. We read every message. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TV Remote Universal Plus4 screens
Universal Remote for MAG3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Universal Remote for MAG at none against TV Remote Universal Plus's 3. Universal Remote for MAG also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). TV Remote Universal Plus's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating 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. TV Remote Universal Plus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Universal Remote for MAG asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TV Remote Universal Plus against 5.0 for Universal Remote for MAG. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
TV Remote Universal Plus versus Universal Remote for MAG: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Universal PlusUniversal Remote for MAG
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLinh NguyenSHUBHAM SHAH

Customer experience

TV Remote Universal Plus

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Universal Remote for MAG

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote Universal Plus

Subscriptions2
  • Universal Remote Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal Remote LifeTime$34.99
None

Universal Remote for MAG

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote Universal Plus free?
TV Remote Universal Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote for MAG free?
Universal Remote for MAG is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Universal Plus or Universal Remote for MAG?
TV Remote Universal Plus and Universal Remote for MAG are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do TV Remote Universal Plus or Universal Remote for MAG have ads?
TV Remote Universal Plus shows ads; Universal Remote for MAG does not.

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