# Virtual Gamepad vs Universal Remote

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Virtual Gamepad | Universal Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-gamepad/id6478186057/reviews) | **[4.5 (313 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6501984262/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **313** |
| Positive reviews | 15.8% of reviews | **57.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/359580642) | [Controlla TV LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1720330108) |

## What reviewers say

### Virtual Gamepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-gamepad/id6478186057)

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.

**Highlights:** Gamepad-free cloud gaming, Connects to Samsung Smart TV, Uses SmartThings mobile app, QR code connection via Gaming Hub, iPhone compatibility (iOS 15+)

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6501984262)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Week Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Year Plan | $34.99 | per year |
| New Year Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| LifeTime Plan | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Virtual Gamepad free?

Virtual Gamepad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Universal Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Virtual Gamepad or Universal Remote?

Universal Remote is rated higher. Virtual Gamepad averages 2.4 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Universal Remote averages 4.5 from 313 ratings.

### Do Virtual Gamepad or Universal Remote have ads?

Neither Virtual Gamepad nor Universal Remote shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*