# TV Remote Control “Universo” vs CoreTracking

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CoreTracking at none against TV Remote Control “Universo”'s 10. CoreTracking also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Control “Universo” sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. CoreTracking asks for nothing beyond the download.

TV Remote Control “Universo” ships an update every 3 weeks, CoreTracking every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control “Universo” | CoreTracking |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universo/id6478243483/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 72.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 113 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nemo Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/428814324) | [Core Logic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1074278093) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Control “Universo”

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universo/id6478243483)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control multiple devices, cast media, and use your phone as a keyboard or for voice search. Customize your remote for quick access to apps and inputs.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Multi-device support, Second screen for captions, Keyboard and voice input, Photo and video casting, Customizable quick access buttons, Wake-on-LAN support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock Full Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works perfectly
- 👍 Top tier app
- 👍 Excellent remote
- 👍 It works
- 👍 Functional

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't always work
- 🐛 Bugs non stop
- 🔒 Can't cancel
- 🐛 Doesn't work with Philips TV and 4k Firestick 1st Gen
- 🐛 Can't turn the tv on

**Reported bugs**

- Automatically signed you up and won't let you cancel it
- Doesn't work with Sky
- Keep Asking for permission every time I use it
- Doesn't connect to small mi TV

**Requested features**

- Add flex capability to remote
- Add Stremio / Kodi to loadable app list
- Volume doesn't work when using Nvidia Sheld via AV receiver
- Different skins
- Custom buttons/ remote layouts for remotes with specialist or useful buttons


### CoreTracking

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coretracking/id6759908056)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Control “Universo” free?

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

### Is CoreTracking free?

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

### Do TV Remote Control “Universo” or CoreTracking have ads?

TV Remote Control “Universo” shows ads; CoreTracking does not.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control “Universo” or CoreTracking?

TV Remote Control “Universo” ships an update every 3 weeks, and CoreTracking every 6 days. Most recently, TV Remote Control “Universo” was updated on October 14, 2026 and CoreTracking on October 7, 2026.

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