Comparison

Connect TV Remote vs Universal TV Remote™ Control

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

Head to head
About

Connect TV Remote

Control all your smart TVs from your phone with this universal remote app. It connects via Wi-Fi and offers features like streaming shortcuts and custom layouts.

Highlights
  • Universal smart TV control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Streaming app shortcuts
  • Customizable remote layouts
  • Touch navigation
  • Multi-brand support
Features
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"Finally—a single remote that works with all my TVs!" "No more hunting for remotes—this app controls my Roku, Samsung, Vizio, and LG in seconds." Easily control your television from your iPhone — no matter where the remote went! Connect TV Remote supports the most popular smart TVs on the market: • Roku OS • Sony • Samsung • LG • TCL • Hisense • Vizio • Philips • Sharp • Panasonic • Xiaomi • JVC • RCA Say goodbye to remote clutter and hello to seamless control with Connect TV Remote—your all-in-one solution for smart TV control. Built for simplicity and power, this app connects to your favorite devices using Wi-Fi and gives you instant access to essential TV functions. Why You'll Love It: • Smart Setup for Roku, LG, Vizio & More: Connect in seconds—no codes or pairing issues. • Multi-Brand Support: Works with most popular TV devices and streaming platforms. • Streaming Shortcuts: Launch Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more right from your phone. • Custom Remote Layouts: Create personalized controls for each TV. • Touch Navigation: Use swipe gestures instead of clunky arrows. • Eco-Friendly & Hassle-Free: No batteries or physical remotes needed. Features at a Glance: • Full support for Roku, LG, Vizio, Samsung, Sony, TCL, and more • Works with Wi-Fi—no need for line-of-sight • Power, volume, keyboard, and input controls • Quick launch buttons for major streaming apps • Clean, customizable interface • No setup codes needed Easy Setup: Make sure your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network. Launch the app, select your device, and you're ready to control. Whether you're streaming your favorite show or just changing the volume from the other room, Connect TV Remote App gives you full control—no remote required. Download now and experience the future of smart TV control. Subscription: You can subscribe to Connect TV Remote and get access to premium features, like the power, volume buttons and keyboard feature. 3-day free trial, then renews weekly for $9.99 Terms of Use: https://universaltvremoteapp.com/legal/terms Privacy: https://universaltvremoteapp.com/legal/privacy

About

Universal TV Remote™ Control

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Easily control all your smart TVs, including popular brands like Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV, over Wi-Fi. Navigate channels, adjust volume, use voice search, and even type with a keyboard for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Voice search for shows
  • On-screen keyboard
  • Volume and channel control
  • Turn TV on/off
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Can't find your remote again? Here is an easy way to find a replacement without leaving your home! Lost your TV remote control? Say goodbye to the hassle of searching for your remote. Try the easy TV Remote Control app! It support all the mainstream TV brands including Roku TV and Roku Sticks, LG, Vizio, Samsung, Fire TV and Firestick, Hisense, TCL and more. Just connect this Universal TV remote control app to your TV in the same Wi-Fi. And you can turn your TV on or off, change volume, find shows, and pick channels — just like a normal TV remote and more. Make your TV watching easy with this simple universal TV remote control app! Main Features of Universal TV Remote Control: Easy find: This TV remote control app finds all TVs on your Wi-Fi, making setup easy. Fast TV remote control: Our simple TV remote gives you quick TV control. Voice and on/off are in this TV remote app. Easy use for TV remote: Use the touch pad for easy TV control in simple universal TV remote control Keyboard: Type and search for shows fast in Roku remote control app Turn on/off your TV from your phone, enjoy easy TV use in TV remote control app Use your voice to find shows in our Universal TV remote app and use voice search. How to use TV Remote for Roku TV & Smart TV: Download the Roku Remote Control app. Pick a TV brand like Fire TV, Samsung, Roku, TCL, LG, Vizio, Hisense, etc. on the same Wi-Fi as the TV remote control. Tap to connect your TV to this Roku remote control app. Done! Your TV remote control app is ready. Control your TV easily with these steps using this Roku remote control app! TV remote easy control - For all TV brands ▸ TV Remote control for Roku TV ▸ Vizio Smart TV Remote - Vizio TV Remote ▸ Cast to TV, screen mirroring for TV ▸ Fire TV remote control & remote control for FireStick ▸ TV Remote control for Vizio ▸ TV Remote control for LG and Samsung ▸ TV Remote control for TV including TCL, LG, Hisense Universal TV remote stops typical remote problems like losing it or dead batteries, turning your phone into a simple, all-in-one universal TV remote control. Troubleshooting: - The Universal remote control app must be on the same Wi-Fi network as your smart TV. - If you experience connection issues with TV device, try reinstalling the Universal remote app and restarting your TV to fix common problems. Note on TV Remote: This TV remote control for all Smart TV app is NOT linked to any TV brand. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/tv-remote-ios-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/tv-remote-ios-terms-of-use

Screenshots

Connect TV Remote4 screens
Universal TV Remote™ Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

Connect TV Remote and Universal TV Remote™ Control both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 49% of Universal TV Remote™ Control's written reviews are positive against 9% of Connect TV Remote's. Universal TV Remote™ Control also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (33K vs 2.2K). Connect TV Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Connect TV Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote™ Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Connect TV Remote against 4.7 for Universal TV Remote™ Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote™ Control has 33K ratings behind it against 2.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 9% of Connect TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 49% of Universal TV Remote™ Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Connect TV Remote ships an update monthly, Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Connect TV Remote versus Universal TV Remote™ Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConnect TV RemoteUniversal TV Remote™ Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.2K ratings)4.7 (33K ratings) — better
Positive reviews8.5% of reviews48.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.2K33K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#118#65 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size186 MB247 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEast End Technologies Ltd.SEAMOBI TECH PTE LTD

Customer experience

Connect TV Remote

All ratings2,247 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral1.3%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews82 reviews
Positive8.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative89.0%

Universal TV Remote™ Control

All ratings32,802 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews307 reviews
Positive48.9%
Neutral4.6%
Negative46.6%

User reviews

Connect TV Remote

From 2.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 😊 Amazing

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Did not work
  • 🚫 Terrible
  • 🚫 No Switching Back & Forth
  • 🚫 Free trial is a lie
  • 🚫 Scam

Universal TV Remote™ Control

From 33K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient for busy families
  • 💡 Works with multiple devices
  • 🚀 Responsive touch controls
  • 💡 Voice command feature

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Unclear cancellation process
  • 🐛 Disconnection issues
  • 💰 Misleading 'free' claims
  • 🔒 Aggressive upselling

Bugs and requests

Connect TV Remote

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

Universal TV Remote™ Control

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Vibration instead of button response
  • Subscription ads pop up frequently

Requested features

3 requests
  • Volume control
  • Refresh button functionality
  • Microphone access without subscription

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Connect TV Remote

Subscriptions10
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Unlock All Features3 Days trial$8.957 Days
Show 7 more
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$9.957 Days
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial2 variants$11.957 Days
  • Unlock All Features3 Days trial$14.951 Month
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$14.957 Days
  • Unlock All Features3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Unlock All Features$39.991 Year
5 purchases

Universal TV Remote™ Control

Subscriptions4
  • TV Remote Control Weekly V1$4.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote Pro Weekly3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control Yearly V1$19.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Universal TV Remote Pro Yearly$28.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal TV Remote Life Time$29.99

Questions

Is Connect TV Remote free?
Connect TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV Remote™ Control free?
Universal TV Remote™ Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Connect TV Remote or Universal TV Remote™ Control?
Universal TV Remote™ Control is rated higher. Connect TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Universal TV Remote™ Control averages 4.7 from 33K ratings.
Do Connect TV Remote or Universal TV Remote™ Control have ads?
Universal TV Remote™ Control shows ads; Connect TV Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Connect TV Remote or Universal TV Remote™ Control?
Connect TV Remote ships an update monthly, and Universal TV Remote™ Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, Connect TV Remote was updated on October 12, 2026 and Universal TV Remote™ Control on October 15, 2026.
Which is more popular, Connect TV Remote or Universal TV Remote™ Control?
Connect TV Remote currently peaks at #118 in the App Store charts, and Universal TV Remote™ Control at #65. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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