Comparison

TV Remote vs WatchCTRL

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

WatchCTRL

Features
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Study smarter with AnkiWeb integration: show answers and rate flashcards (Again, Hard, Good, Easy) directly from your Apple watch. No need to touch your phone. Also supports optional desktop companion connectivity for the Anki app or desktop browser integration. Use the iPhone browser to navigate other sites from your Apple Watch. Scroll, refresh, and play/pause media — all from your wrist. Perfect for browsing while cooking, exercising, or studying. Browse your favourite sites like Reddit, TikTok, Instagram, and more. Save favourites for quick access, or enter any URL.

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
WatchCTRL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TV Remote at Free against WatchCTRL's $2.99. TV Remote also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). WatchCTRL's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On 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

TV Remote is free to download; WatchCTRL costs $2.99 up front. TV Remote sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. WatchCTRL asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote versus WatchCTRL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteWatchCTRL
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.5 (483 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings483 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB2 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTechSmart LLCNondescript Software Inc.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions5
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$17.991 Month
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  • Pro Yearly$27.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro Lifetime$39.99
  • Pro Lifetime$79.99
None

WatchCTRL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WatchCTRL free?
WatchCTRL costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TV Remote or WatchCTRL have ads?
Neither TV Remote nor WatchCTRL shows ads.

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