# TV Remote・Universal Control #1 vs TV Remote Control

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 update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and review sentiment (76% vs 50%). On price, rating, ratings volume 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 TV Remote Control sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 529 and 185 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of TV Remote・Universal Control #1's written reviews are positive against 76% of TV Remote Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 ships an update monthly, TV Remote Control every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote・Universal Control #1 | TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (529 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remoteuniversal-control-1/id6478119018/reviews)** | [4.5 (185 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6744367075/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **529** | 185 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **75.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 198 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mihai Turlea](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855548265) | [Auxilin LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710434201) |

## 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 |


### TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6744367075)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control all major smart TV systems and over 100 brands with features like power control, full-function navigation, and smart tools. Easily manage multiple TVs and customize your remote experience.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, Supports 100+ TV brands, Quick Wi-Fi setup, Power on/off, Full function navigation, Keyboard and touchpad, Customizable favorite apps

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Access | $6.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Free | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works with Vizio support
- 👍 Simple and clean interface
- 👍 No configuration needed, just works

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App doesn't open
- 🐛 Difficult to delete the app
- 🤔 Misleading claims about free lifetime upgrade

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't open
- Difficult to delete the app

**Requested features**

- Better instructions for using free lifetime upgrade
- Dark mode option


## 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 TV Remote Control free?

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

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

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 is rated higher. TV Remote・Universal Control #1 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 529 ratings, while TV Remote Control averages 4.5 from 185 ratings.

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

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

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

TV Remote・Universal Control #1 ships an update monthly, and TV Remote Control every 4 days. Most recently, TV Remote・Universal Control #1 was updated on September 26, 2026 and TV Remote Control on September 25, 2026.

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