# Universal TV Remote Control＊ vs Universal TV Remote Control .

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote Control . at 85% against Universal TV Remote Control＊'s 16%. Universal TV Remote Control . also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Universal TV Remote Control＊'s advantage is chart position (#23 vs #121) and ratings volume (31K vs 10K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Universal TV Remote Control . sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote Control . holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31K and 10K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Universal TV Remote Control＊'s written reviews are positive against 85% of Universal TV Remote Control .'s.

Universal TV Remote Control＊ ships an update fortnightly, Universal TV Remote Control . every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control＊ | Universal TV Remote Control . |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6477382010/reviews) | **[4.8 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6740205332/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 10K |
| Positive reviews | 15.8% of reviews | **85.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | #121 |
| Size | 219 MB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VISARGERD, S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584764978) | [Apps Venture Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788899518) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control＊

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

**Currently charting:** #23 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


### Universal TV Remote Control .

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6740205332)

**Currently charting:** #121 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your phone into a universal remote for smart TVs, streaming sticks, and set-top boxes. Control power, volume, navigation, and media playback effortlessly. Connects via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Power ON/OFF, Volume Control, Dual Navigation Modes (Touchpad/D-pad), Keyboard input for TV, Media Player and App Control, Numeric Keypad, Wi-Fi connection

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - 7 Day Free Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly (Family Plan) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $19.49 | per 3 months |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly (Family Plan) | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $35.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime (Family Plan) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Seamless connectivity
- 🚀 Quick and easy to use
- 💡 Versatile functionality
- 👍 Visually appealing UI

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Select/OK key not working
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect to certain TV models
- Cursor jumping issue on select/OK key

**Requested features**

- Compatibility with Apple TV
- Ability to control more devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control＊ free?

Universal TV Remote Control＊ 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, Universal TV Remote Control＊ or Universal TV Remote Control .?

Universal TV Remote Control . is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control＊ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control . averages 4.8 from 10K ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control＊ or Universal TV Remote Control . have ads?

Both Universal TV Remote Control＊ and Universal TV Remote Control . show ads.

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

Universal TV Remote Control＊ ships an update fortnightly, and Universal TV Remote Control . every 2 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control＊ was updated on September 27, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control . on September 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Universal TV Remote Control＊ or Universal TV Remote Control .?

Universal TV Remote Control＊ currently peaks at #23 in the App Store charts, and Universal TV Remote Control . at #121. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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