# Universal Remote vs TV Remote & Universal Control+

Universal Remote and TV Remote & Universal Control+ both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 57% of Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 40% of TV Remote & Universal Control+'s. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days and TV Remote & Universal Control+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Universal Remote against 4.6 for TV Remote & Universal Control+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 317 and 733 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 57% of Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 40% of TV Remote & Universal Control+'s.

Universal Remote ships an update fortnightly, TV Remote & Universal Control+ every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal Remote | TV Remote & Universal Control+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (317 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6501984262/reviews) | **[4.6 (733 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-and-universal-control-plus/id6754624090/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 317 | **733** |
| Positive reviews | **57.1% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 132 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Controlla TV LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1720330108) | [MAXLABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249757953) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6501984262)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Week Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Year Plan | $34.99 | per year |
| New Year Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| LifeTime Plan | $34.99 | one-time |


### TV Remote & Universal Control+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-and-universal-control-plus/id6754624090)

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Effortlessly control channels, volume, and apps on compatible smart TVs. Stream media from your phone directly to your TV screen with an intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** All-in-one smart TV remote, Easy WiFi connection, Channel and volume control, Touchpad and keyboard navigation, Media casting from phone to TV, App control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal Remote free?

Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote & Universal Control+ free?

TV Remote & Universal Control+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal Remote or TV Remote & Universal Control+?

TV Remote & Universal Control+ is rated higher. Universal Remote averages 4.5 out of 5 from 317 ratings, while TV Remote & Universal Control+ averages 4.6 from 733 ratings.

### Do Universal Remote or TV Remote & Universal Control+ have ads?

Neither Universal Remote nor TV Remote & Universal Control+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal Remote or TV Remote & Universal Control+?

Universal Remote ships an update fortnightly, and TV Remote & Universal Control+ every 9 days. Most recently, Universal Remote was updated on October 30, 2026 and TV Remote & Universal Control+ on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*