# TV Remote・Universal Control #1 vs MI Remote・TV Box Controller

The clearest difference is monetization model: MI Remote・TV Box Controller at free with in-app purchases against TV Remote・Universal Control #1's subscription. TV Remote・Universal Control #1's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (529 vs 140). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote・Universal Control #1 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and MI Remote・TV Box Controller sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 529 and 140 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of TV Remote・Universal Control #1's written reviews are positive against 43% of MI Remote・TV Box Controller's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote・Universal Control #1 | MI Remote・TV Box Controller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (529 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal-control-1/id6478119018/reviews)** | [4.4 (140 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remotetv-box-controller/id6667110503/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **529** | 140 |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 43.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 198 MB | 118 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mihai Turlea](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855548265) | [Jacob Mitchell](https://appshunter.io/developer/1863367493) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### MI Remote・TV Box Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remotetv-box-controller/id6667110503)

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive remote for your Mi Box. Navigate menus, launch applications, and control playback with ease. Features voice search and a touchpad for enhanced usability.

**Highlights:** Complete remote control functions, App management, Voice search capabilities, Touchpad navigation, Quick setup, Multi-device support

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Controller | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・TV Box Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Universal Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Controller | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Control App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Device Remote | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Home Control App | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Smart TV Control | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・TV Remote App | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Smart Remote App | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Controller | $19.99 | per month |
| MI Remote・TV Control Manager | $24.99 | per year |
| MI Remote・Device Control App | $29.99 | per year |
| MI Remote TV Box Control App | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Controller・MI Remote | $9.99 | one-time |
| Device Control App | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote・Universal Control #1 free?

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

### Is MI Remote・TV Box Controller free?

MI Remote・TV Box Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote・Universal Control #1 or MI Remote・TV Box Controller?

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is rated higher. TV Remote・Universal Control #1 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 529 ratings, while MI Remote・TV Box Controller averages 4.4 from 140 ratings.

### Do TV Remote・Universal Control #1 or MI Remote・TV Box Controller have ads?

Neither TV Remote・Universal Control #1 nor MI Remote・TV Box Controller shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote・Universal Control #1 or MI Remote・TV Box Controller?

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 ships an update monthly, and MI Remote・TV Box Controller monthly. Most recently, TV Remote・Universal Control #1 was updated on September 22, 2026 and MI Remote・TV Box Controller on September 22, 2026.

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