Virtual Gamepad vs Universal Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Virtual Gamepad
Control cloud games on your Samsung Smart TV directly from your iPhone. Connect seamlessly through the SmartThings app and Gaming Hub by scanning a QR code. Enjoy a gamepad-free experience for supported titles.
- Gamepad-free cloud gaming
- Connects to Samsung Smart TV
- Uses SmartThings mobile app
- QR code connection via Gaming Hub
- iPhone compatibility (iOS 15+)
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With the Samsung Virtual Gamepad app, enjoy gamepad-free cloud games on your mobile by simply connecting to your Samsung Smart TV. 1. Easy to use in the SmartThings mobile app Try using Virtual Gamepad with the SmartThings TV plug-in. 2. Simply connect to Gaming Hub on your Samsung Smart TV To connect your Virtual Gamepad, just scan the QR code in Gaming Hub. (Availability and supported devices may differ by country.) ※ The Virtual Gamepad is available on iPhone (iOS 15 or later). ※ Availability may vary across cloud games and countries.
Universal Remote
Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for any TV. Easily stream content, adjust volume, and navigate menus with a user-friendly interface. Connect via Wi-Fi for seamless control of smart TVs and access to popular streaming services.
- Control any TV via Wi-Fi
- Stream Netflix, Prime, YouTube
- Adjust volume and channels
- Navigate smart TV menus
- No infrared required
- Auto-connect to TV
- Connect to multiple TVs
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With "Universal Remote ∞ TV Control", you can transform your smartphone into a universal remote control for any TV! Our app offers a sleek, multi-button design that ensures an intuitive and seamless user experience, putting the power of advanced TV control at your fingertips. Easily stream your favorite shows, switch channels, or adjust the volume—Controlla is your go-to solution for effortless TV management. This app gives you complete control over your Smart TV, including all the features of your old physical remote control plus some intelligent functions. To use Controlla, connect your mobile device and Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network and start using it. Watch your favorite TV shows and movies using our unique streaming buttons for all the popular channels, including Netflix, Prime, and YouTube. Controlla makes it easier to watch what you love, browse online, and access your favorite content. BUTTONS Turn TV ON and OFF (supported models only) Home button Return button Numbers keyboard (enter a channel number to jump right to it) Color buttons (red, yellow, green, blue) Change channels (next and previous) Increase or decrease volume (also using phone side buttons) Mute sound (silent mode) Change source (HDMI, PC, AV...) Access 4 favorite buttons Up / Down / Left / Right navigation + center button “OK” Play / Pause / Reverse / Fast Forward Dedicated Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube buttons Settings button Menu button Touchpad FEATURES No infrared equipment required—just a Wi-Fi connection Auto-connect to your TV every time you open the app Realistic and user-friendly app design Light vibration feedback when pressing buttons Connect to multiple TVs with one phone and switch between devices easily With just a few taps on your phone, enjoy a more convenient, streamlined, and user-friendly TV experience. Start enhancing your entertainment now! Download Controlla now and transform your TV viewing experience. Manage your entertainment effortlessly from your phone and enjoy a smoother, more intuitive way to control your TV. For support or inquiries, contact us in-app or visit https://www.controlla-tv.com. Please review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for more information: Privacy Policy: https://www.controlla-tv.com/ Terms of Service: https://www.controlla-tv.com/controlla-tv-terms-of-use DISCLAIMER This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any universal brand. It is independently designed to enhance the experience for any TV brand user.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote at 4.5 against Virtual Gamepad's 2.4. Universal Remote also leads on review sentiment (57% vs 16%) and ratings volume (313 vs 24). Virtual Gamepad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Universal Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Virtual Gamepad asks for nothing beyond the download.
Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote has 313 ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Virtual Gamepad's written reviews are positive against 57% of Universal Remote's.
| Parameter | Virtual Gamepad | Universal Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (24 ratings) | 4.5 (313 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 15.8% of reviews | 57.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 24 | 313 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 132 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | Controlla TV LTD. |
Customer experience
Virtual Gamepad
Universal Remote
In-app purchases
Virtual Gamepad
No in-app purchases
Universal Remote
- Week Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
- Week Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Year Plan$34.991 Year
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- New Year Plan3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- LifeTime Plan$34.99
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