Comparison

TV Remote Control Universal · vs Universal 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 Control Universal ·

Turn your smartphone into a universal remote for all your devices. Control TVs, DVD players, stereo systems, and streaming apps with an intuitive interface and voice commands. Simplify your entertainment setup and eliminate clutter.

Highlights
  • Universal compatibility with most TV brands
  • Intuitive navigation interface
  • Voice control for easy operation
  • Direct control of streaming apps
  • Consolidates multiple remotes
Features
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Transform your smartphone into the ultimate command center with the Universal Remote Control app, your gateway to seamless control of all your devices. Simplify your life and eliminate clutter by consolidating multiple remote controls into one intuitive interface. Experience unparalleled convenience as you effortlessly navigate through your TV, DVD player, stereo system, and more, all from the palm of your hand. Whether you're at home, in the office, or on the go, our app provides instant access to every function you need with precision and ease. Key Features: Universal Compatibility: Works with virtually all brands and models of TVs. Intuitive Interface: Streamlined design for quick and intuitive navigation. Voice Control: Harness the power of voice commands to control your devices with ease. App Control: Manage your favorite streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, and more directly from the remote. Elevate your entertainment experience and revolutionize the way you interact with your devices. Download the Universal Remote Control app today and unlock a new level of convenience and efficiency. App offers Premium Plans. Terms and Conditions for Auto-Renewable Subscriptions: Subscriptions are available on a weekly, monthly, semi-annual or annual basis, depending on the chosen subscription plan. The pricing for these subscriptions corresponds to the price segments defined in the "Apple's App Store Matrix" for various currencies. Here are important details regarding your subscription: Free Trial Conversion: If you opt for a free trial subscription, it will automatically convert to a paid subscription unless you disable the auto-renewal feature at least 24 hours before the free trial period ends. Unused Free Trial: If you decide to purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period, any unused portion of the trial will be forfeited. Cancellation: You have the freedom to cancel your free trial or subscription at any time by disabling auto-renewal through your iTunes account settings. To avoid being charged, make sure to cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial or subscription period. The cancellation will take effect on the day following the last day of the current subscription period, and your account will be downgraded to the free service. Renewal Charges: The renewal fee will be charged to your account within 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. The charge will reflect the cost of the renewal and will allow you to continue enjoying uninterrupted access to the service. Privacy Policy: https://invitocards.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://invitocards.com/terms-of-use/

About

Universal Control

Transform your phone into a universal TV remote. Easily control various smart TV brands, navigate with a touchpad, and launch apps directly. Connect via Wi-Fi for seamless control of volume, channels, and more.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Touchpad navigation
  • App and channel launching
  • Voice search
  • Remote widget
Features
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Tired of searching for your lost remote? With Universal Control - TV Remote, you'll never have to worry about it again. This app turns your phone into a universal remote control, so you can control your TV from anywhere in your home. With its easy-to-use interface and compatibility with various TV brands such as Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, FireTV, AndroidTV, Vizio, and Hisense, this app lets you take charge of your TV viewing experience. You can connect your device to your TV via WIFI, and enjoy full control of your TV functions, including volume, channels, input sources, and more, right from your mobile device. Touchpad Instead of Buttons. We are confident that navigation with swipe gestures is much more convenient than by pressing regular "down" or "right" buttons, not distracting you from the most important thing: searching for your favorite movie or series on the TV. With the ability to add Universal Control Widget. You don't need to open the app to still be able to use the basic buttons on the remote Still Can’t Turn the TV On? In a word, you can, but under one condition. Most new Smart TV models support the Wake-on-LAN function. It is possible only if you had already been connected to the TV earlier. Therefore, when using the application for the first time, you will need a hardware remote control. After that, you can use your Universal Control - TV Remote. Main features: * Automatically detects Smart TVs on the same WIFI network * Works with most popular TV brands * Large touchpad for easy menu and content navigation * Launch channels, apps directly from the app * Fast and simple keyboard input * Voice search for hands-free control * Alexa control with Fire TV * Fast and convenient with Remote Widget *** Upgrade to Premium to remove ads and unlock all features*** You can choose one-time payment or a monthly subscription. (with 3-day free trial) a weekly subscription – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy: https://342tech.live/privacy-policy.html Terms: https://342tech.live/term-of-service.html

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Universal ·4 screens
Universal Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Control Universal · at 5.0 against Universal Control's 1.0. TV Remote Control Universal · also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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 Control Universal · sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Control Universal · holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Universal · ships an update every 3 weeks, Universal Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote Control Universal · versus Universal Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control Universal ·Universal Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDIGITLEY, MBPham Ngoc Hanh

Customer experience

TV Remote Control Universal ·

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Universal Control

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

TV Remote Control Universal ·

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Membership3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Pro Membership$6.997 Days
  • Pro Membership3 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • Pro Membership$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$39.99
3 purchases

Universal Control

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subsciption$3.497 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$11.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$44.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Control Universal · free?
TV Remote Control Universal · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Control free?
Universal Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Universal · or Universal Control?
TV Remote Control Universal · is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal · averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Universal Control averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Universal · or Universal Control have ads?
Universal Control shows ads; TV Remote Control Universal · does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Universal · or Universal Control?
TV Remote Control Universal · ships an update every 3 weeks, and Universal Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal · was updated on October 14, 2026 and Universal Control on October 5, 2026.

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