# TV Remote Control Universal · vs Universal TV Remote Control ►

The clearest difference is monetization model: TV Remote Control Universal · at freemium against Universal TV Remote Control ►'s subscription. TV Remote Control Universal · also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Universal TV Remote Control ►'s advantage is ratings volume (83 vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Control Universal · sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote Control ► sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote Control Universal · holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control ► has 83 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TV Remote Control Universal · ships an update every 3 weeks, Universal TV Remote Control ► every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control Universal · | Universal TV Remote Control ► |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6504182643/reviews)** | [4.8 (83 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6747942719/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **83** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 67 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DIGITLEY, MB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637313408) | [AlgoTwist Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/543053355) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Control Universal ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6504182643)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


### Universal TV Remote Control ►

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6747942719)

Control multiple smart TVs from your phone with this app. Connect via Wi-Fi to navigate menus, adjust volume, launch apps, and type using your phone's keyboard. Supports major brands like LG, Samsung, Roku, and Android TV.

**Highlights:** Control multiple smart TVs, Wi-Fi network connection, Navigate menus and adjust volume, Launch apps directly, On-screen keyboard for text input, Supports major TV brands

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal TV Remote Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Universal TV Remote Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Yearly | $31.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Yearly | $31.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Full Access | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Control Universal · free?

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

### Is Universal TV Remote Control ► free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Universal · or Universal TV Remote Control ►?

TV Remote Control Universal · is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal · averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control ► averages 4.8 from 83 ratings.

### Do TV Remote Control Universal · or Universal TV Remote Control ► have ads?

Neither TV Remote Control Universal · nor Universal TV Remote Control ► shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Universal · or Universal TV Remote Control ►?

TV Remote Control Universal · ships an update every 3 weeks, and Universal TV Remote Control ► every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control Universal · was updated on October 24, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control ► on October 24, 2026.

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