TV Remote・Universal Control #1 vs TV Remote Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TV Remote・Universal Control #1
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.
- Universal compatibility with major TV brands
- Full remote control functions
- Easy Wi-Fi setup
- Touchpad and keyboard support
- Intuitive user interface
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TV Remote・Universal Control #1 turns your iPhone into a powerful remote control for your smart TV. No more juggling remotes — control everything from one simple, intuitive app. KEY FEATURES: - Universal Compatibility: Works with major smart TV brands: Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, and more. - Full Remote Control: Change channels, adjust volume, navigate menus, and more. - Easy Setup: Connect instantly via Wi-Fi — no hardware required. - Smart Design: Clean, user-friendly interface with responsive controls. - Touchpad & Keyboard Support: Navigate apps and type faster with built-in tools. Forget about lost remotes. TV Remote・Universal Control #1 puts control back in your hands — anytime, anywhere. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dwHX8ij97IGSWROFs6doWW3OJEKNeGSrtNcCKDqY4Ek/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zhvZj7yiV_SAv50F0100o8qCBxaK4eaCEZwBv8NkTJc/edit?usp=sharing
TV Remote Control
Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control over 100 brands, navigate with a touchpad, and launch streaming apps instantly. Say goodbye to lost remotes and dead batteries.
- Universal remote for 100+ TV brands
- Quick and easy setup
- One-tap app launching
- Smooth touchpad navigation
- Built-in keyboard for searching
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Tired of losing your TV remote? Frustrated with dead batteries? Or maybe you’re juggling different remotes for different TVs? We get it – it’s inconvenient. But your phone is always within reach. That’s where our TV Remote App comes in, making your TV time easier and more enjoyable. Features You’ll Love: – Works with 100+ TV Brands: One app for all your TVs – no need to guess if it’s compatible. – Quick and Easy Setup: Connect in seconds and get back to watching. – Instant Access to Your Favorite Apps: Launch Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, and more with a single tap. – Smooth Touchpad Navigation: Control your TV effortlessly – no clunky buttons. – Built-in Keyboard: Search and type with ease, right from your phone. Say goodbye to lost remotes and low batteries. With our TV Remote App, smarter control is always in your pocket—just download, connect, and enjoy. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION - Subscribe for unlimited access to certain app features. - Subscription options: Yearly or Weekly. - Payment is charged to your iTunes account at the time of purchase. - Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. - Renewal charges occur within 24 hours before the subscription period ends at the same price as your original package. - Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew in your iTunes Account Settings. - You cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period. - Free trial cancellations must be made 24 hours before the trial ends to avoid charges. - Unused portions of a free trial are forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Have any questions, suggestions, complaints? Please drop us a line at support@tinyboom.com. Privacy Policy: https://tinyboom.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Services: https://tinyboom.com/terms-of-service/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: TV Remote Control at free with in-app purchases against TV Remote・Universal Control #1's subscription. TV Remote Control also leads on ratings volume (4.9K vs 557). TV Remote・Universal Control #1's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 16%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.
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. TV Remote・Universal Control #1 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control sells 13 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 — 4.7 for TV Remote・Universal Control #1 against 4.6 for TV Remote Control. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control has 4.9K ratings behind it against 557, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of TV Remote・Universal Control #1's written reviews are positive against 16% of TV Remote Control's.
TV Remote・Universal Control #1 ships an update monthly, TV Remote Control every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TV Remote・Universal Control #1 | TV Remote Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (557 ratings) — better | 4.6 (4.9K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better | 15.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 557 | 4.9K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 198 MB | 312 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mihai Turlea | Tiny Boom Ltd. |
Customer experience
TV Remote・Universal Control #1
TV Remote Control
Bugs and requests
TV Remote・Universal Control #1
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
TV Remote Control
Reported bugs
2 issues- Connectivity issues with certain TV models
- Crashes and freezes on some devices
Requested features
2 requests- Free version with ads
- Ability to cancel subscription
In-app purchases
TV Remote・Universal Control #1
- Universal Remote for TV3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Smart TV Remote Control3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- TV Control: Smart Remote App$5.997 Days
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- TV Control: Smart Remote App3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- TV Control Remote + Widgets3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Universal TV Control + Widgets$19.991 Month
- TV Control Universal Remote$29.991 Year
- Universal TV Control + Widgets$39.991 Year
TV Remote Control
- Universal TV Remote Pro3 Days trial2 variants$6.997 Days
- TV Remote Pro3 variants$6.997 Days
- TV Remote Pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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- TV Remote Pro$7.997 Days
- TV Remote Pro3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- TV Remote Pro2 variants$10.991 Year
- TV Remote Pro$17.491 Year
- TV Remote Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- TV Remote Pro2 variants$29.991 Year
- TV Remote Pro3 Days trial$34.991 Year
- TV Remote Pro$34.991 Year
- TV Remote Pro$39.991 Year
- TV Remote Pro3 Days trial$49.991 Year
Questions
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