Comparison

Universal Remote vs Vcollab Coworking

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote

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
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With "Universal Remote ∞ TV Control", you can transform your smartphone into a universal remote control for any TV! Our app offers a sleek, multi-button design that ensures an intuitive and seamless user experience, putting the power of advanced TV control at your fingertips. Easily stream your favorite shows, switch channels, or adjust the volume—Controlla is your go-to solution for effortless TV management. This app gives you complete control over your Smart TV, including all the features of your old physical remote control plus some intelligent functions. To use Controlla, connect your mobile device and Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network and start using it. Watch your favorite TV shows and movies using our unique streaming buttons for all the popular channels, including Netflix, Prime, and YouTube. Controlla makes it easier to watch what you love, browse online, and access your favorite content. BUTTONS Turn TV ON and OFF (supported models only) Home button Return button Numbers keyboard (enter a channel number to jump right to it) Color buttons (red, yellow, green, blue) Change channels (next and previous) Increase or decrease volume (also using phone side buttons) Mute sound (silent mode) Change source (HDMI, PC, AV...) Access 4 favorite buttons Up / Down / Left / Right navigation + center button “OK” Play / Pause / Reverse / Fast Forward Dedicated Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube buttons Settings button Menu button Touchpad FEATURES No infrared equipment required—just a Wi-Fi connection Auto-connect to your TV every time you open the app Realistic and user-friendly app design Light vibration feedback when pressing buttons Connect to multiple TVs with one phone and switch between devices easily With just a few taps on your phone, enjoy a more convenient, streamlined, and user-friendly TV experience. Start enhancing your entertainment now! Download Controlla now and transform your TV viewing experience. Manage your entertainment effortlessly from your phone and enjoy a smoother, more intuitive way to control your TV. For support or inquiries, contact us in-app or visit https://www.controlla-tv.com. Please review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for more information: Privacy Policy: https://www.controlla-tv.com/ Terms of Service: https://www.controlla-tv.com/controlla-tv-terms-of-use DISCLAIMER This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any universal brand. It is independently designed to enhance the experience for any TV brand user.

About

Vcollab Coworking

Features
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Take control over your coworking space or shared office, provide unmatched customer experience and increase revenue. Get BRSKLY TO AUTOMATE & MANANGE YOUR WORKSPACE.

Screenshots

Universal Remote4 screens
Vcollab Coworking4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vcollab Coworking at none against Universal Remote's 5. Vcollab Coworking also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Universal Remote's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 16 months). On price, ads and device support 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 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Vcollab Coworking asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote ships an update fortnightly, Vcollab Coworking every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and March 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Universal Remote versus Vcollab Coworking: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal RemoteVcollab Coworking
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (313 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings313 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 16 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB45 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperControlla TV LTD.Brskly

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Universal Remote

Subscriptions4
  • Week Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Week Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Year Plan$34.991 Year
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  • New Year Plan3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • LifeTime Plan$34.99
None

Vcollab Coworking

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vcollab Coworking free?
Vcollab Coworking is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Universal Remote or Vcollab Coworking have ads?
Neither Universal Remote nor Vcollab Coworking shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote or Vcollab Coworking?
Universal Remote ships an update fortnightly, and Vcollab Coworking every 16 months. Most recently, Universal Remote was updated on September 24, 2026 and Vcollab Coworking on March 7, 2026.

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