# Bluetooth Scanner vs Universal Remote Control

The clearest difference is monetization model: Universal Remote Control at free with in-app purchases against Bluetooth Scanner's subscription. Universal Remote Control also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4). Bluetooth Scanner's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 8 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bluetooth Scanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote 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.

Universal Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 309 and 527 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Bluetooth Scanner ships an update fortnightly, Universal Remote Control every 8 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bluetooth Scanner | Universal Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (309 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-scanner-finder-app/id6502906373/reviews) | **[4.7 (527 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-tv/id6745263664/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 309 | **527** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 39 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stefan Arnold](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818993243) | [JOHAN ERIK ANDERSSON](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893139194) |

## What reviewers say

### Bluetooth Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-scanner-finder-app/id6502906373)

Easily track down misplaced Bluetooth devices like headphones, fitness trackers, or smart pens. This app guides you to your lost item by wirelessly connecting to its unique signature, increasing your chances of recovery.

**Highlights:** Locate lost Bluetooth devices, Step-by-step guidance, Approximate location and triangulation, Sleek user interface, Connects to device signature

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BT Device Locator + Free Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| BT Device Locator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| BT Device Locator | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| BT Device Locator | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly king of Bluetooth Scanner | $49.99 | per year |
| BT Device Locator | $49.99 | per year |


### Universal Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-control-tv/id6745263664)

Control your streaming devices with a mobile app. Search for content using voice or keyboard, enjoy private listening with headphones, and cast media from your phone to your TV. Access free movies and live TV, and manage your channels.

**Highlights:** Easy-to-use remote control, Voice and keyboard search, Private listening via headphones, Cast media from phone to TV, Add and launch channels, Text input on streaming device

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bluetooth Scanner free?

Bluetooth Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Universal Remote Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bluetooth Scanner or Universal Remote Control?

Universal Remote Control is rated higher. Bluetooth Scanner averages 4.4 out of 5 from 309 ratings, while Universal Remote Control averages 4.7 from 527 ratings.

### Do Bluetooth Scanner or Universal Remote Control have ads?

Neither Bluetooth Scanner nor Universal Remote Control shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bluetooth Scanner or Universal Remote Control?

Bluetooth Scanner ships an update fortnightly, and Universal Remote Control every 8 months. Most recently, Bluetooth Scanner was updated on October 25, 2026 and Universal Remote Control on October 25, 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.*