Comparison

TV Remote vs Universal Remote

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote and screen mirroring device. Control your TV with a trackpad and keyboard, and cast your phone's screen to the big display wirelessly.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Intuitive trackpad navigation
  • Smart keyboard for easy typing
  • Auto-connect to Smart TVs
  • Real-time screen mirroring
  • Lag-free wireless display
Features
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TV Remote transforms your smartphone into a powerful Universal TV Remote Control, completely eliminating the need for physical remotes. Whether you have lost your remote, have a classic model, or the latest Smart TV with advanced hardware, TV Remote ensures seamless connectivity and full control. KEY FEATURES: Universal TV Remote Control: Intuitive Trackpad: Navigate menus and apps smoothly with a responsive, mouse-like touchpad. Perfect for browsing Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Prime. Smart Keyboard: Type passwords and search terms quickly on your phone—no more struggling with clumsy plastic remotes. Auto-Connect: Automatically detects Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi network for instant setup. The ultimate replacement remote for your home. HOW TO USE: Step 1: Ensure your phone and Smart TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Step 2: Open TV Remote and tap the "Tap to Connect TV" icon to scan for devices. Step 3: Select your TV brand from the list. Step 4: You are all set! Enjoy full TV control immediately. COMPATIBILITY: TV Remote is a universal remote control app designed to work with a wide range of major TV brands and operating systems, such as Samsung, Vizio, LG, Sony, Roku, TCL, Hisense, FireTV, Insignia, Onn, GoogleTV, Xumo, Vidaa, Toshiba, AppleTV, Sharp, Philips, Panasonic, Westinghouse, Element, Pioneer Simply connect devices to the same Wi-Fi network to begin using your phone as a remote. Terms of Use: https://techsmart.bio/remotetv/remote-tv-terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: https://techsmart.bio/remotetv/remote-tv-privacy-policy.html

About

Universal Remote

Control your smart TV directly from your phone with this universal remote app. Easily navigate menus, launch apps, and cast photos or videos to a larger screen. Enjoy a simplified entertainment experience without needing a physical remote.

Highlights
  • Smart TV universal remote
  • Launch TV apps
  • Photo casting
  • Video casting
  • IPTV playlist support
  • Quick Wi-Fi connection
Features
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Control your Smart TV directly from your phone with a fast and convenient smart TV remote app. Use a universal remote to connect to compatible TV devices over the same Wi-Fi network, control playback and navigate TV menus with one clear interface. This remote control for TV helps replace your physical remote and simplifies everyday entertainment. KEY FEATURES • Universal Smart TV Remote • TV App Launcher • Photo Casting • Video Casting • IPTV Playlist Support • Fast Wi-Fi Connection • Tuya Hub Compatibility Some features are available with Premium access, including app launching, IPTV playlists, and video casting. UNIVERSAL SMART TV REMOTE Use your phone as a remote controller for compatible Smart TVs and access the functions you use most often. Adjust volume, switch channels, navigate menus, and manage media controls from a responsive TV control interface designed for convenient everyday use. Enjoy convenient access to the features expected from a universal TV remote without relying on separate hardware. TV APP LAUNCHER Open installed TV apps directly from your phone without scrolling through long TV menus. Quickly access streaming services, entertainment platforms, and frequently used apps in just a few taps, making navigation faster and more organized when you switch between different types of content. This app launching feature is available with Premium access. PHOTO & VIDEO CASTING Display photos from your phone on a larger screen with built-in casting tools for compatible Smart TVs. With Premium access, you can also cast videos and enjoy them on your TV instead of a smaller mobile display. Share travel albums, family moments, presentations, and other visual content more comfortably. IPTV PLAYLIST SUPPORT Premium users can add and organize IPTV playlists with support for M3U and M3U8 formats. Browse saved channels, manage playlist collections, and access IPTV content from the same app you already use for remote control, casting, and everyday entertainment. FAST WI-FI CONNECTION Set up the connection between your phone and TV in just a few steps using your local Wi-Fi network. The app is designed for quick device discovery, simple pairing, and smooth access to remote controls. Enjoy reliable connectivity with universal control features that keep your entertainment experience simple and responsive. TUYA-COMPATIBLE CONTROL Control compatible appliances through a Tuya Smart IR hub using our app. Connect the hub to the app, configure it for the desired appliance, and send commands from your phone—the hub will transmit them via infrared. Bring the main tools for Smart TV control into one practical mobile interface. SUBSCRIPTION Subscribe now to get: 1. Personal IPTV playlists 2. Advanced input tools 3. Streaming app launcher 4. Enhanced video casting Premium subscription details: - Subscriptions are available in weekly, monthly, and annual plans. - A weekly subscription costs $6.99, a monthly subscription costs $19.99, and an annual subscription costs $49.99. - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. - You can cancel your subscription or free trial at any time. To prevent automatic renewal, cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. - You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. - Read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://appenvisions.com/privacy.html https://appenvisions.com/terms_of_use.html

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
Universal Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote at 4.5 against Universal Remote's 3.9. TV Remote also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 699 ratings behind it against 54, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 23% of Universal Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update every 5 days, Universal Remote every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
TV Remote versus Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteUniversal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (699 ratings) — better3.9 (54 ratings)
Positive reviews42.3% of reviews — better23.1% of reviews
Number of ratings699 — better54
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#118 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.016 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB249 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTechSmart LLCAppenvision Ltd

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings629 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral2.9%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive42.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.7%

Universal Remote

All ratings50 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative26.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive23.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative76.9%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions5
  • Pro Remote · Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro Remote · Monthly3 Days trial$17.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Pro Remote · Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime2 variants$79.99
6 purchases

Universal Remote

Subscriptions5
  • Advanced Remote Toolkit3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Advanced Remote Toolkit$6.997 Days
  • Exclusive Smart TV Control3 Days trial$19.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Ultimate TV Screen Control3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Ultimate TV Screen Control$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • All-in-One Remote Features$69.99

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Universal Remote?
TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.5 out of 5 from 699 ratings, while Universal Remote averages 3.9 from 54 ratings.
Do TV Remote or Universal Remote have ads?
Universal Remote shows ads; TV Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or Universal Remote?
TV Remote ships an update every 5 days, and Universal Remote every 5 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 20, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 22, 2026.

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