Comparison

Universal Remote · Control TV vs Universal Remote for Smart TV+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Universal Remote · Control TV

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal TV remote. Control a wide range of smart TVs and devices with features like touchpad, keyboard input, and app access. Enjoy a convenient, hassle-free entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Universal TV compatibility
  • Touchpad and keyboard input
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Direct app access on TV
  • Haptic feedback
  • Easy setup
Features
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Take control of your TV with ease using the Universal TV Remote App! Enjoy a hassle-free experience, compatible with a wide range of TVs and devices. Download today and transform your iPhone or iPad into the ultimate TV remote. ADVANTAGES: - Works on Every iPhone & iPad: Enjoy seamless compatibility. - Easy to Use: Control your TV effortlessly. - Convenient: No more searching for multiple remotes. - Universal Compatibility: Supports a wide range of popular TV brands. FEATURES: - Touchpad & Keyboard Input: Navigate and type with ease. - Full Remote Control Functions: Access all buttons and features of a normal remote. - Wi-Fi Connectivity: Control your TV over your home network. - App Access: Easy access your TV apps. - Haptic Feedback: Enjoy immediate confirmation of actions, reduced input errors, and improved accessibility. SUPPORTED TVs: - Samsung (models from 2012) - LG (models from 2012) - TCL - Fire TV - Roku - Hisense (Roku) - Sharp (Roku) - Android TV - Sony (Bravia & X80K) - Philips (OLED+959, OLED+909, OLED809, 7406 Series, 8115 Series, 5700 Series) HOW IT WORKS: 1) Download & Install: Get the app on your iPhone or iPad. 2) Connect to Wi-Fi: Ensure your device and TV are on the same network. 3) Select Your TV: Choose your TV model from the app. 4) Start Controlling: Use the app as your new TV remote! Why Choose Universal TV Remote App? - Reliable: Developed by AirBeamTV, a trusted name in technology. - User-Friendly: Designed for all ages to use easily. - No More Lost Remotes: Your phone is always with you. AirBeamTV, a leader in screen mirroring and universal remote control solutions, delivers innovative apps that simplify your digital life. Trusted by millions worldwide, AirBeamTV is dedicated to providing reliable, user-friendly technology that enhances your entertainment experience. Download the Universal TV Remote App now and enjoy the ultimate convenience of controlling your TV from your iPhone or iPad. Try it today and simplify your TV experience! Need assistance? Our Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/ABTV-TOU21 Please contact us via https://www.airbeam.tv/contact-us/ SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. The cost of the renewal depends on your subscription plan. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal can be turned off in the user’s Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period.

About

Universal Remote for Smart TV+

Control your smart TVs with your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. This app offers a user-friendly interface to manage power, volume, channels, and even cast content from your device to the big screen. It's a perfect replacement for misplaced physical remotes.

Highlights
  • Power, volume, and channel control
  • Keyboard and touchpad for navigation
  • Screen mirroring and casting
  • YouTube and IPTV casting
  • Playback controls
  • Apple Watch support
  • Dynamic Island integration
Features
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Universal Remote for Smart TV+ is the most versatile & user-friendly app for you to download on your iPhone/iPad/Apple Watch and remote control your Smart TVs on the same WiFi. This TV remote application copies almost all functions of the traditional remote controller so that it can be a perfect alternative if you are prone to losing or misplacing your physical smart tv remote. Highlight Features of Universal Remote App: - Power Control Turn on/off your smart TVs with just one tap! - Volume Control You can change the volume of your TV or even mute it with our universal remote app. - Channel Management This remote controller has channel up/down controls for you to easily manage channels. - Keyboard Keyboard for quick text input and search on TV. - Touchpad Wide touchpad for easy menu and content navigation. - Add Favorite Channels/Apps & Pin to Top Quick access to your favorite channels and apps. - Screen Share to TV Screen Mirror & Cast to big display in HD quality. - Cast YouTube online videos & IPTV channels. Share YouTube/IPTV m3u/m3u8 playlists on the big smart TV screen. - Playback Control With Start/Pause/Stop/Fastforward/Rewind Built-in. - Support Dynamic Island View the TV remote app status at the top of the phone screen. - Support Apple Watch Control your smart TVs from the comfort of your Apple Watch. - Support for DLNA Protocol Enjoy HD screen mirroring/casting to more TV brands. - Automatic Device Connect Easily connect to your smart TV without hassle. This universal remote TV controller app perfectly controls popular universal TV brands. Just download and select your TV brand and go. Easily replace the traditional remote control with this all-in-one TV remote control app. 100% easy-to-use! Terms of Use: https://www.deltasoftware.cc/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.deltasoftware.cc/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Universal Remote · Control TV4 screens
Universal Remote for Smart TV+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote for Smart TV+ at 4.4 against Universal Remote · Control TV's 3.5. Universal Remote for Smart TV+ also leads on ratings volume (2.3K vs 79) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Universal Remote · Control TV's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Universal Remote · Control TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote for Smart TV+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal Remote for Smart TV+ holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote for Smart TV+ has 2.3K ratings behind it against 79, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Universal Remote · Control TV's written reviews are positive against 16% of Universal Remote for Smart TV+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote · Control TV ships an update every 2 months, Universal Remote for Smart TV+ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Universal Remote · Control TV versus Universal Remote for Smart TV+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote · Control TVUniversal Remote for Smart TV+
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (79 ratings)4.4 (2.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews15.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings792.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#187 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.015 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB245 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAirBeamTV BVDelta Software

Customer experience

Universal Remote · Control TV

All ratings79 ratings
Positive64.6%
Neutral1.3%
Negative34.2%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Universal Remote for Smart TV+

All ratings2,254 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive15.9%
Neutral2.3%
Negative81.8%

Bugs and requests

Universal Remote · Control TV

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Universal Remote for Smart TV+

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Funcionó al principio pero luego dejó de conectarse
  • Wont mirror to my tv. Just keeps saying format not supported
  • Don't waste your time on the trial. Doesn't cast or mirror. Remote function & settings option at bottom of screen are the only 2 out of 5 that operate

Requested features

1 request
  • None

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Universal Remote · Control TV

Subscriptions3
  • TV Remote: Weekly Plan3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • TV Remote: Monthly Plan$9.991 Month
  • TV Remote: Yearly Plan$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pay Only Once: All Features$49.99
10 purchases

Universal Remote for Smart TV+

Subscriptions9
  • Universal Remote Weekly Plan3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Weekly Plan$4.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Weekly Plan$5.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • Universal Remote Weekly Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Weekly Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Weekly Plan3 Days trial3 variants$9.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Weekly Plan7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Universal Remote Yearly Plan3 Days trial3 variants$19.991 Year
  • Universal Remote Yearly Plan2 variants$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal Remote Lifetime2 variants$29.99

Questions

Is Universal Remote · Control TV free?
Universal Remote · Control TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote for Smart TV+ free?
Universal Remote for Smart TV+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote · Control TV or Universal Remote for Smart TV+?
Universal Remote for Smart TV+ is rated higher. Universal Remote · Control TV averages 3.5 out of 5 from 79 ratings, while Universal Remote for Smart TV+ averages 4.4 from 2.3K ratings.
Do Universal Remote · Control TV or Universal Remote for Smart TV+ have ads?
Universal Remote for Smart TV+ shows ads; Universal Remote · Control TV does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote · Control TV or Universal Remote for Smart TV+?
Universal Remote · Control TV ships an update every 2 months, and Universal Remote for Smart TV+ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Universal Remote · Control TV was updated on September 20, 2026 and Universal Remote for Smart TV+ on September 23, 2026.

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