Comparison

Universal Remote · Control TV vs Neko Dash

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

Neko Dash

This app provides a remote dashboard for managing Clash, OpenWrt, and Surge controllers. It offers real-time monitoring, proxy group control, and connection analysis for users with existing controller setups.

Highlights
  • Multi-controller management
  • Real-time status dashboard
  • Widget support
  • Proxy group control
  • Connection and traffic analysis
  • Rule and configuration management
Features
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Neko Dash is a modern dashboard client for remotely connecting to and managing Clash-compatible cores, OpenWrt controllers, and Surge controllers. It is not a VPN or proxy application itself. Please note before purchasing or using: • This app requires an already deployed Clash / OpenWrt / Surge controller to function properly. • This app does not provide proxy nodes, subscriptions, routing services, VPN services, or network access. • This app is best suited for users who already understand the basic concepts of controller dashboards. If you already have a working controller environment, Neko Dash helps you monitor and manage it remotely and conveniently on your iPhone. If you do not have a connectable controller environment, or if you do not understand what a “Controller” is, please download and purchase with caution. 【Trial and Purchase】 Neko Dash includes a 7-day free trial. After the trial period ends, a one-time in-app purchase is required to continue using the app. This purchase unlocks the full app experience permanently and is not an auto-renewing subscription. Users who previously purchased or downloaded the paid version of Neko Dash may continue using the app without purchasing again, subject to App Store receipt validation. You can restore your purchase at any time from the unlock page. 【Core Features】 • Multi-Controller Management Add and manage multiple Clash cores, OpenWrt controllers, and Surge controllers simultaneously. • Real-Time Status Dashboard Monitor upload and download speeds in real time with a clean, native iOS-style dashboard. • Widget Support Home Screen widgets and Lock Screen widgets help you quickly view important controller status. • Powerful Proxy Group Control Visualized policy groups clearly display included nodes and their current status. One-tap latency testing helps you test nodes within policy groups. Quick switching provides a smooth interactive experience for changing proxy nodes. • Connection and Traffic Analysis View active TCP/UDP connections in real time, including source IP, target domain, upload/download data usage, and connection duration. Force disconnect allows you to manually close specific connections when needed. • Rule and Configuration Management Preview active routing rules directly inside the app. Modify supported controller settings remotely, including running mode, log level, and port settings, without manually editing configuration files. • Visual Experience Designed for iOS with support for both Light Mode and Dark Mode. Neko Dash icon design: Gholts (Hugo Lee) Privacy Policy: https://testflight.notion.site/privacy-policy-for-neko-dash Terms of Use: https://testflight.notion.site/term-of-service-for-neko-dash

Screenshots

Universal Remote · Control TV4 screens
Neko Dash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Neko Dash at 52% against Universal Remote · Control TV's 0%. Neko Dash also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.6) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Universal Remote · Control TV's advantage is ratings volume (85 vs 8). On price, ads, 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 Neko Dash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Neko Dash holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote · Control TV has 85 ratings behind it against 8, 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 52% of Neko Dash's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote · Control TV ships an update every 2 months, Neko Dash every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Universal Remote · Control TV versus Neko Dash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal Remote · Control TVNeko Dash
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (85 ratings)4.8 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews51.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings85 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAirBeamTV BVTHE BORING LAB LIMITED

Customer experience

Universal Remote · Control TV

All ratings85 ratings
Positive65.9%
Neutral1.2%
Negative32.9%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Neko Dash

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive51.9%
Neutral7.4%
Negative40.7%

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
1 purchases

Neko Dash

One-time1
  • Neko Dash Pro$1.99

Questions

Is Universal Remote · Control TV free?
Universal Remote · Control TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Neko Dash free?
Neko Dash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote · Control TV or Neko Dash?
Neko Dash is rated higher. Universal Remote · Control TV averages 3.6 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while Neko Dash averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.
Do Universal Remote · Control TV or Neko Dash have ads?
Neither Universal Remote · Control TV nor Neko Dash shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote · Control TV or Neko Dash?
Universal Remote · Control TV ships an update every 2 months, and Neko Dash every 2 weeks. Most recently, Universal Remote · Control TV was updated on October 24, 2026 and Neko Dash on October 21, 2026.

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