# TV Remote Control Universal · vs TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Control Universal · at 5.0 against TV Remote's 4.0. TV Remote Control Universal · also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. 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 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control Universal · has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control Universal · | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6504182643/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6766407221/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DIGITLEY, MB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637313408) | [金春 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888109459) |

## 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 |


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6766407221)

Control compatible smart TVs from your iPhone using your Wi-Fi network. Navigate, manage playback, adjust volume, and cast local media. Voice search is also supported for supported TVs.

**Highlights:** Discover and control nearby smart TVs, Full remote control functions (volume, navigation, playback), Voice search functionality, Cast local photos, videos, and music, Save known TVs for quick access, One-handed use design

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $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 TV Remote free?

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

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

TV Remote Control Universal · is rated higher. TV Remote Control Universal · averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

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

TV Remote shows ads; TV Remote Control Universal · does not.

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

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

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