Comparison

TV Remote vs ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL

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

ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote with a fluid touchpad, classic buttons, and instant media casting. Control your entertainment with voice commands, quickly launch apps, and use your phone's keyboard for effortless typing. Power and volume adjustments are also at your fingertips.

Highlights
  • Fluid touchpad navigation
  • Classic remote layout
  • Instant media casting
  • Smart voice commands
  • Quick app launcher
  • Effortless typing keyboard
  • Power & volume control
Features
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Lost your TV remote again? Transform your iPhone into the ultimate control center for your Smart TV! Say goodbye to clutter and hello to an effortless, all-in-one smart hub designed to elevate your entertainment. Key Features: * Fluid Touchpad Navigation: Swipe, scroll, and browse through menus and apps smoothly using your iPhone’s screen as a highly responsive trackpad. * Classic Remote Layout: Get instant, familiar control with a clean button layout that mirrors your original remote. * Instant Media Casting: Share your favorite moments on the big screen! Effortlessly stream photos and videos directly from your camera roll. * Smart Voice Commands: Control your entertainment hands-free. Just speak into your phone to change channels, adjust volume, or launch apps in a flash. * Quick App Launcher & Switcher: No more tedious scrolling on your TV. View all your installed TV apps on your phone and jump into them with a single tap. * Effortless Typing (Keyboard): Stop hunting and pecking on an on-screen keyboard. Use your iPhone’s keyboard to type out movie titles, passwords, and search queries instantly. Power & Volume Control: Easily adjust volume, mute, or power your TV on and off without ever reaching for the hardware remote. Why Choose Us? * Instant, Reliable Setup: Connects seamlessly to your Smart TV over Wi-Fi in just a few seconds. * Sleek & Modern UI: A beautiful, clutter-free design that prioritizes intuitive, daily usability. * Maximized Convenience: Keep the ultimate controller right in your pocket—ready whenever you are. Disclaimer: This application is an independent remote control tool build to improve experience for onn smart tv devices. Privacy Policy: https://appsventure.co/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://appsventure.co/terms-of-use

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL at 86% against TV Remote's 40%. ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5). TV Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 11 days). On price, ratings volume, 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. TV Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL sells 2 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

ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 825 and 1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 86% of ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote versus ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteONN TV REMOTE CONTROL
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (825 ratings)4.8 (1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews86.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8251K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 11 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#137 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB107 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperTechSmart LLCApps Venture Inc.

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings825 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral3.0%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL

All ratings660 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative11.4%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions5
  • Pro Remote · Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$11.997 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
2 purchases

ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium$29.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL free?
ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL?
ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.5 out of 5 from 825 ratings, while ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL averages 4.8 from 1K ratings.
Do TV Remote or ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL have ads?
ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL shows ads; TV Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL?
TV Remote ships an update every 4 days, and ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL every 11 days. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 27, 2026 and ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL on October 25, 2026.

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