# TV Remote Control “Universo” vs ASSETScope

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ASSETScope at none against TV Remote Control “Universo”'s 10. ASSETScope also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence 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. ASSETScope asks for nothing beyond the download.

TV Remote Control “Universo” ships an update every 3 weeks, ASSETScope fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control “Universo” | ASSETScope |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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 | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 113 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nemo Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/428814324) | [Ainigma Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784413516) |

## 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


### ASSETScope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/assetscope/id6764006323)

**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 ASSETScope free?

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

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

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

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

TV Remote Control “Universo” ships an update every 3 weeks, and ASSETScope fortnightly. Most recently, TV Remote Control “Universo” was updated on November 5, 2026 and ASSETScope on October 31, 2026.

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