# Universal TV Remote Control＊ vs TV Remote & Universal Control+

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote & Universal Control+ at none against Universal TV Remote Control＊'s shown. TV Remote & Universal Control+ also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 16%) and device support (3 vs 1). Universal TV Remote Control＊'s advantage is ratings volume (31K vs 733) and chart position (#27 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence 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 TV Remote & Universal Control+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 4.6 for TV Remote & Universal Control+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control＊ has 31K ratings behind it against 733, 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 40% of TV Remote & Universal Control+'s.

Universal TV Remote Control＊ ships an update fortnightly, TV Remote & Universal Control+ every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control＊ | TV Remote & Universal Control+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6477382010/reviews) | **[4.6 (733 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-and-universal-control-plus/id6754624090/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 733 |
| Positive reviews | 15.6% of reviews | **40.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#27** | — |
| Size | 205 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VISARGERD, S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584764978) | [MAXLABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249757953) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control＊

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

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Grossing · Utilities, #136 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, iPhone Duo 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+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-and-universal-control-plus/id6754624090)

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Effortlessly control channels, volume, and apps on compatible smart TVs. Stream media from your phone directly to your TV screen with an intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** All-in-one smart TV remote, Easy WiFi connection, Channel and volume control, Touchpad and keyboard navigation, Media casting from phone to TV, App control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $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+ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control＊ or TV Remote & Universal Control+?

TV Remote & Universal Control+ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control＊ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while TV Remote & Universal Control+ averages 4.6 from 733 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control＊ or TV Remote & Universal Control+ have ads?

Universal TV Remote Control＊ shows ads; TV Remote & Universal Control+ does not.

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

Universal TV Remote Control＊ ships an update fortnightly, and TV Remote & Universal Control+ every 9 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control＊ was updated on October 30, 2026 and TV Remote & Universal Control+ on October 30, 2026.

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