Comparison

TV Remote vs Remotely

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 phone into a universal TV remote. Easily control volume, browse content, and launch apps on most popular TV brands over WiFi. Offers voice search for hands-free operation and a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • WiFi connectivity
  • Volume control
  • Content browsing and streaming
  • Channel and app launching
  • Voice search functionality
Features
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Universal Remote Control is a mobile TV remote control app that can be used to easily control TVs over WiFi. This Smart TV control app allows you to use your phone as a remote control to control volume, browse and stream content and launch channels, which provides all the same functionality as your physical TV remote. Features: - Works with most popular TV brands. - Automatically detects Smart TVs on the same WIFI network. - Easy to open channels and apps from the app. - Voice search for hands-free control. - Simple and user-friendly interface. Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any of the TV brands. While our application has been carefully tested on many TV models, we cannot guarantee compatibility with every single model. Upgrade to Premium to unlock all features and remove ads with Weekly, Monthly or Lifetime Subscription. - All subscriptions provide a 3-day free trial. - After the expiration of the 3-day trial period, you will automatically be renewed for a subscription, unless you disconnect the subscription before the end of the trial period. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Payment will be taken from your iTunes account after you confirm the purchase. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. You can read the Privacy Policy & Terms of Use at the following links: - Privacy Policy: https://www.yanshop.co/2019/03/privacy-policy.html - Terms of Use: https://www.yanshop.co/p/terms-of-users.html

About

Remotely

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Easily control popular TV brands over Wi-Fi, navigate with a touchpad, and use keyboard input for faster typing. Unlock all features and remove ads with a premium upgrade.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi Smart TV control
  • Automatic TV detection
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Keyboard input
  • App and channel launching
  • Voice search support
Features
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Remotely turns your iPhone into a powerful Smart TV remote. Control your TV quickly and easily using your phone over the same Wi-Fi network. Compatible with popular Smart TV brands including Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, Fire TV, Vizio, Hisense, and more. With a simple and smooth interface, Remotely helps you change channels, adjust volume, navigate apps, type faster, and control your TV from anywhere in your home. Features: • Connect to Smart TVs over Wi-Fi • Automatic TV detection • Touchpad for easy navigation • Keyboard input for faster typing • Launch apps and channels quickly • Volume and playback controls • Voice search support • Clean and easy-to-use design Upgrade to Premium to unlock all features and remove ads. Premium options: • Weekly subscription • Monthly subscription • Yearly subscription with free trial • One-time purchase option Subscription details: • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Disclaimer: Remotely is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, or any other TV brands. Terms of Use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy : https://kaushikmayani.blogspot.com/2026/06/remotely-privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
Remotely4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remotely at 100% against TV Remote's 0%. Remotely also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Remotely sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remotely holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 100% of Remotely's.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TV Remote versus Remotely: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteRemotely
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer3X VPN SuperKaushik Mayani

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Remotely

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • month$9.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$29.99
3 purchases

Remotely

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Free3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Yearly$39.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remotely free?
Remotely is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or Remotely?
Remotely is rated higher. TV Remote averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Remotely averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.
Do TV Remote or Remotely have ads?
Both TV Remote and Remotely show ads.

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