Mi Remote vs TV Remote Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mi Remote
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal TV remote for your Mi TV and MI Box. Control your TV with essential buttons, navigate with a simple interface, and cast photos and videos. Connects via Wi-Fi and offers home screen widgets for convenient access.
- Universal TV remote control
- Wi-Fi connection
- Essential TV buttons
- Cast photos and videos
- Home screen widgets
- Ad-free premium option
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a universal tv remote for your Mi TV & MI Box. Easily control your TV with all the essential buttons, navigate effortlessly with a simple interface, cast photos and videos on your TV using Chromecast technology. This app is simple to connect, works with all OS-based TVs, and offers interactive home screen widgets. Download for free and upgrade to premium version for an ad-free experience and all awesome features! App highlights: - Universal Compatibility: Mi Remote works with all Mi products, as well as a large number of other OS-based TVs. - Wi-Fi Connection: The app connects to your TV over the same Wi-Fi network, eliminating the need for an IR blaster. - Essential Controls: The app provides all necessary remote control buttons, including power, volume, and navigation. - Casting Functionality: Users can cast photos and videos from their iOS or iPadOS device to their TV using built-in Chromecast support. - Widgets: The app includes interactive home screen widgets for quick and easy control. - Freemium Model: The app is free to download and use, with a premium version available for additional features. Disclaimer This is a third-party application and is not officially affiliated with Xiaomi. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j8izsYp6FSa5871M40oxUJ1Y5xk49nw4/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=107752087148868770802&rtpof=true&sd=true Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HL6g2Mgp9NBcUPtlFqY3kO-ZTUuBCWGr/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=107752087148868770802&rtpof=true&sd=true Contact: sulimaaksanahelp@gmail.com - Pricing in countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription will be automatically renewed. Auto-renew can be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by you and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings.
TV Remote Control
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Connect to any Smart TV models and TV Boxes with the Universal TV Remote Control - Smart TV app. How it works: 1. Allow access to your local network. 2. Find your Smart TV or TV Box in the list and connect to it. 3. Enjoy watching TV. Features: - Stable setting for any Smart TV models or TV Boxes. - Connect to any Smart TV models or TV Boxes. - Full Remote Control. - Unlimited TV connections. - More channels. - Access to apps on Smart TV models or TV Boxes. - Advanced controls. - No ads in the app. Local connection security: All connections to your local network and TV locally on your device, they are not available to us, nor to third parties. ** DISCLAIMER ** - This app is independently developed with the goal of enhancing the user experience for Samsung TV owners or any other brand.. - It is important to note that this app is not the official Samsung TV remote app or any other brand remote app. - This app and its developer, Oleksandr Bilyk Inc., are not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung Electronics in any way. - TV Remote Control is also not affiliated with or endorsed by any of the companies featured in the App bar. Subscription pricing and terms: Premium subscriptions are available to get full access in the app with flexible plans with a 3 days trial period and one lifetime in-app purchase. This app includes an auto-renewable subscription (Premium Subscription): Premium Subscription provides all features. And you get full access to the app. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period. You can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Also you can tap the "Manage Subscription" menu option in the App Settings. Any unused portion of the free initial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Manage Subscription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_yoehhGaH0NVu2F397yXGHk6W0nMWVMgpUWlcGNT0v0/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_msWIFjybOXmRl4PlxXF2E_If9OF9SIT8aIP4MYHSeE/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bKQBYiMNf7crCuTuxwxNSC1Pe0hrVg_2MX0MLD3gksA/edit?usp=sharing
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Verdict
Mi Remote and TV Remote Control are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Mi Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Mi Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, TV Remote Control every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mi Remote | TV Remote Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (416 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 416 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 117 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aksana Sulima | Oleksandr Bilyk |
In-app purchases
Mi Remote
- Weekly Special7 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Free Trial Pro Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Weekly Pro Access$6.997 Days
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- Weekly Special Pro Access$6.997 Days
- Yearly Pro Access$9.991 Year
- Monthly Pro Access$19.991 Month
- Yearly Pro Access$29.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro Access$9.99
- Lifetime Pro Access$69.99
TV Remote Control
- TV Remote Control - Universal3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- TV Remote Control - Universal$17.99
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