Remotely Controller vs Universal Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Remotely Controller
Control your television(s) directly from your Apple devices. Features include efficient device caching, the ability to re-scan your network for devices, and macro recording for custom commands.
- Device caching
- Re-scan network
- Macro recording
- Control multiple TVs
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Remotely control the television(s) on your network! Features include: - Device caching - Re-scan - Macro recording
Universal Control
Control your smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app offers seamless navigation, media casting, and screen mirroring without needing extra hardware. It's a convenient solution for managing your TV experience.
- Smart Auto-Detection
- Smooth Navigation Touchpad
- Quick Channel Access
- On-Screen Keyboard
- Media Casting
- Screen Mirroring
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Universal Remote for TV – Smart & Simple Control Control your Smart TV from your iPhone or iPad. Enjoy smooth navigation, media casting, and screen mirroring with no extra hardware required. Universal Control - TV Remote is the perfect solution for controlling your Smart TV. Whether you’ve misplaced your TV Remote or want a more convenient way to navigate, this Remote For TV app provides a seamless and user-friendly experience. *COMPATIBLE* Our Universal TV Remote Control app is compatible with most major Smart TV brands and popular streaming devices. With its intuitive interface, quick connectivity, and powerful features, the Universal Remote for TV app lets you switch channels, adjust volume, stream media, and navigate menus—all from your mobile device. *Key features of Universal TV Remote Control* - Smart Auto-Detection – Instantly finds compatible Smart TVs on the same Wi-Fi network. - Work with Brands – Works with most popular TV brands - Smooth Navigation – Use a large touchpad for easy menu browsing. - Quick Channel Access – Launch your favorite channels with a single tap. - On Screen Keyboard – Search and type without a physical remote. - Favorite Channels – Save frequently watched channels for quick access. - Works with Supported Smart TVs – Compatible with select TV brands. *Unlimited casting and mirroring* Cast & Mirror any media from your device to your Smart TV without restrictions. Enjoy real-time Screen Mirroring from your Phone to the smart TV—watch videos, view photos, and play games without interruptions with the premium version. - Web Video Casting - Screen Mirroring - Media Casting - Supported Channels - Play music on TV speakers – Enjoy high-quality sound through your TV. *How to connect* - Ensure your iPhone/iPad and Smart TV are on the same Wi-Fi network. - Open Universal Control - TV Remote and let it detect your TV. - Tap to connect and start controlling your TV instantly. - No extra hardware or complicated setup. *Why Choose Universal Tv Remote - Cast To Tv!!* - No More Lost Remotes – Your iPhone is always within reach. - One App for Multiple TVs – Works with supported Smart TVs. - Fast & Responsive – Instant connection without lag. - User-Friendly Interface – Simple design for all ages. - Regular Updates & Support – Stay up to date with the latest features. Important Notes - Your Smart TV & iPhone/iPad must be on the same Wi-Fi network for this app to work. - Some TV models may require additional setup for advanced features. - Download Now & Take Full Control of Your Smart TV!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Remotely Controller at none against Universal Control's 6. Remotely Controller also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Universal Control sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Remotely Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Remotely Controller against 5.0 for Universal Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
Remotely Controller ships an update weekly, Universal Control every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Remotely Controller | Universal Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Alexandria Redmon | Anwar Kamal |
Customer experience
Remotely Controller
Universal Control
In-app purchases
Remotely Controller
No in-app purchases
Universal Control
- weekly subscription$3.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
- Upgrade to Premium (Weekly)$1.99
- Upgrade to Premium (Monthly)$6.99
- Lifetime Premium$29.99
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