# Universal TV, Remote Control vs Spy Camera Detector

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV, Remote Control at 16% against Spy Camera Detector's 0%. Universal TV, Remote Control also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 109). Spy Camera Detector's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV, Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Spy Camera Detector sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Spy Camera Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV, Remote Control has 1.3K ratings behind it against 109, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 16% of Universal TV, Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 0% of Spy Camera Detector's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV, Remote Control | Spy Camera Detector |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6476616222/reviews) | **[4.5 (109 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-camera-detector-gr8/id6744633318/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 109 |
| Positive reviews | **16.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 45 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Arc Global](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664850643) | [Betty Neal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808606789) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV, Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6476616222)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs. Easily control volume, channels, inputs, and access smart TV apps from a single, intuitive interface. Never lose your remote again.

**Highlights:** Universal TV compatibility, Easy Wi-Fi setup, Full TV control (volume, channels, inputs), Smart TV app access, Multi-TV support, Sleek user interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote PRO Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control Pro (Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote PRO Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Remote PRO Annual | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Stable and functional
- 🤩 Perfect remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Difficult to use
- 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
- 🚫 Scam/false charges

**Reported bugs**

- Can't connect to TV
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, false charges)
- App freezes/crashes

**Requested features**

- Add streaming app icons to remote
- More robust features beyond basic navigation


### Spy Camera Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-camera-detector-gr8/id6744633318)

This app helps you detect hidden cameras and surveillance devices in your surroundings. It offers free WiFi and Bluetooth scanning, with premium features like magnetic field tracking and enhanced camera filters for comprehensive privacy protection.

**Highlights:** WiFi Device Scanning, Bluetooth Device Detection, Magnetic Field Tracking, Enhanced Camera Filter Mode, Real-time notifications, User-friendly interface

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Detector Pro | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Magnetic Field Tracking | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Detector Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Track Hidden Bug Devices | $15.99 | per month |
| Annual Detector Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Annual Trial Detector Pro | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV, Remote Control free?

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

### Is Spy Camera Detector free?

Spy Camera Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV, Remote Control or Spy Camera Detector?

Spy Camera Detector is rated higher. Universal TV, Remote Control averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Spy Camera Detector averages 4.5 from 109 ratings.

### Do Universal TV, Remote Control or Spy Camera Detector have ads?

Neither Universal TV, Remote Control nor Spy Camera Detector shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*