# TV Remote Universal Plus vs Universal Remote for MAG

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Universal Plus | Universal Remote for MAG |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-plus/id6474110751/reviews) | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-for-mag/id6777837616/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 34 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Linh Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710850352) | [SHUBHAM SHAH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829351197) |

## 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 |


### Universal Remote for MAG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-for-mag/id6777837616)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked 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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