# Universal TV Remote Control＊ vs TV Remote・Universal Control #1

The clearest difference is monetization model: Universal TV Remote Control＊ at freemium against TV Remote・Universal Control #1's subscription. Universal TV Remote Control＊ also leads on ratings volume (31K vs 529) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). TV Remote・Universal Control #1's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (50% vs 16%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control＊ sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 — 4.6 for Universal TV Remote Control＊ against 4.7 for TV Remote・Universal Control #1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control＊ has 31K ratings behind it against 529, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 16% of Universal TV Remote Control＊'s written reviews are positive against 50% of TV Remote・Universal Control #1's.

Universal TV Remote Control＊ ships an update fortnightly, TV Remote・Universal Control #1 monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control＊ | TV Remote・Universal Control #1 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6477382010/reviews) | **[4.7 (529 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal-control-1/id6478119018/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 529 |
| Positive reviews | 15.8% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#26** | — |
| Size | 219 MB | 198 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VISARGERD, S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584764978) | [Mihai Turlea](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855548265) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control＊

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6477382010)

**Currently charting:** #26 Top Grossing · Utilities, #28 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control volume, launch apps, cast media, and mirror your screen seamlessly with an intuitive interface. Offers both free and premium features for enhanced control.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control for TV, Screen mirroring, Cast media, Intuitive remote UI, Launch TV apps, Ad-free premium experience

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Lite | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week PRO: 3 days FREE | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Lite | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week Standard | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Days Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Lite | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Semana Lite | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Days Free Trial | $10.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week PRO: 3 days FREE | $10.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Days Free Trial | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote PRO - Monthly Access | $24.99 | per month |
| Voucher | $24.99 | per 2 months |
| Voucher | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Basic | $35.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Plus: 3 days free | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Great remote control
- 👍 Convenient to use
- 💡 Useful for lost remotes

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Misleading about being free
- 🔒 Paywall/subscription required
- 🚫 Doesn't work with all TVs
- 🔌 Connectivity issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work without a physical remote
- Inability to turn TV on/off properly
- Frequent disconnections and loss of connection

**Requested features**

- Improve compatibility with more TV models
- Provide a truly free version with full functionality
- Improve customer support and troubleshooting


### TV Remote・Universal Control #1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal-control-1/id6478119018)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for your smart TV. Control channels, volume, menus, and use a touchpad or keyboard for easier navigation. Connects instantly via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Universal compatibility with major TV brands, Full remote control functions, Easy Wi-Fi setup, Touchpad and keyboard support, Intuitive user interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal Remote for TV | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV Remote Control | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control: Smart Remote App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control: Smart Remote App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Control Remote + Widgets | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Control + Widgets | $19.99 | per month |
| TV Control Universal Remote | $29.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Control + Widgets | $39.99 | 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 TV Remote・Universal Control #1 free?

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control＊ or TV Remote・Universal Control #1?

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control＊ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while TV Remote・Universal Control #1 averages 4.7 from 529 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control＊ or TV Remote・Universal Control #1 have ads?

Universal TV Remote Control＊ shows ads; TV Remote・Universal Control #1 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control＊ or TV Remote・Universal Control #1?

Universal TV Remote Control＊ ships an update fortnightly, and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 monthly. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control＊ was updated on September 27, 2026 and TV Remote・Universal Control #1 on September 26, 2026.

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