Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control ‎ vs TV Remote Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote Control ‎

Transform your smartphone into a smart TV remote. Easily control your television by changing channels, adjusting volume, and navigating menus. Connects via Wi-Fi for convenient control from anywhere in the room.

Highlights
  • Smartphone to TV remote control
  • Volume and channel control
  • Menu navigation
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Smart TV OS compatibility
  • Wide brand support
Features
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Turn your smartphone into a remote control for TV! Lost the remote? No problem! Use this app to turn your iPhone or iPad into a great smart TV remote control. Easy TV control: Change channels, adjust volume, navigate menus and more. Key features: • Compatibility with all smart TV operating systems: Support for Roku TV, WebOS, Tizen, etc. • Compatible with over 100 TV brands including Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Roku, Panasonic, Philips, Toshiba, Hisense and more. • Automatic detection of smart TVs: easy and quick setup. • Functional remote control: Support for volume, channels, searching, play/pause, etc. • Use Wi-Fi: No need to be close to the TV! Connection method: 1. Turn on the TV and wait at least 30 seconds before going into sleep mode. 2. Ensure both smartphone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 3. Open the app for direct TV control. Note: This app is not an official product of Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Roku, Panasonic, Philips, Toshiba, Hisense, etc. Enjoy convenience and control: Download now and tell us what you think! Privacy Policy: https://www.getpaoapps.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.getpaoapps.com/terms

About

TV Remote Control

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control all major smart TV systems and over 100 brands with features like power control, full-function navigation, and smart tools. Easily manage multiple TVs and customize your remote experience.

Highlights
  • Universal smart TV control
  • Supports 100+ TV brands
  • Quick Wi-Fi setup
  • Power on/off
  • Full function navigation
  • Keyboard and touchpad
  • Customizable favorite apps
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Universal TV Remote Control. --- Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful smart TV remote that does more than just switch channels! --- Control your TV with style, convenience, and full customization — whether you’re at home, in the office, or anywhere in between! --- Key Features: ► Works with all major smart TV systems — Supports Roku TV, WebOS, Tizen OS, VIDAA, Fire TV, and more. ► 100+ TV brands supported — Including Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Amazon, Google, Roku, Philips, Toshiba, Hisense, and many others. ► Quick and easy setup — Automatic detection of smart TVs on your Wi-Fi network. ► Power control — Turn your TV on and off directly from your iPhone. ► Full-function remote — Control volume, channels, search, play/pause, mute, and more. ► Smart tools built in — Use the keyboard, touchpad, and customizable favorite app list. ► Multiple TVs? No problem! — Easily switch between multiple connected TVs. ► Stylish remote themes — Choose a remote layout that fits your vibe: home, office, or custom look. ► Remote control from anywhere in your home — As long as your iPhone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network, you can control the TV even from another room. ► Helpful for families — Gently manage screen time by turning off the TV when it’s time for a break, rest, or homework. --- Connection method: 1. Turn on your TV and wait at least 30 seconds before it enters sleep mode. 2. Make sure your iPhone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 3. Open the app and start controlling your TV instantly! Note: This app is not an official product of Samsung, LG, Sony, TCL, Roku, Panasonic, Philips, Toshiba, Hisense, etc. Take full control — download now and enjoy the remote you’ll actually love using! Questions? Feedback? Reach us by email at apple@auxilin.com. Privacy Policy: https://auxilin.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://auxilin.com/terms

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control ‎4 screens
TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

Universal TV Remote Control ‎ and TV Remote Control both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of TV Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 57% of Universal TV Remote Control ‎'s. Universal TV Remote Control ‎'s advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Universal TV Remote Control ‎ sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Universal TV Remote Control ‎ against 4.5 for TV Remote Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 246 and 185 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 57% of Universal TV Remote Control ‎'s written reviews are positive against 76% of TV Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote Control ‎ ships an update weekly, TV Remote Control every 4 days. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Universal TV Remote Control ‎ versus TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control ‎TV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (246 ratings) — better4.5 (185 ratings)
Positive reviews57.5% of reviews75.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings246 — better185
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaoAppsAuxilin LLC

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote Control ‎

All ratings246 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral4.1%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive57.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.5%

TV Remote Control

All ratings185 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.7%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews86 reviews
Positive75.6%
Neutral2.3%
Negative22.1%

Bugs and requests

Universal TV Remote Control ‎

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TV Remote Control

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App doesn't open
  • Difficult to delete the app

Requested features

2 requests
  • Better instructions for using free lifetime upgrade
  • Dark mode option

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control ‎

Subscriptions10
  • Weekly Access$0.997 Days
  • Weekly Access with Trial3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$3.997 Days
Show 7 more
  • Monthly Access with Trial3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Monthly Access$6.991 Month
  • Yearly Access1 Month trial$7.991 Year
  • Yearly Access$9.991 Year
  • Yearly Access1 Month trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Access with Trial3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Access$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access$9.99
  • Lifetime Access$34.99
9 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly Access$0.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$4.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote - Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Yearly Access1 Month trial$6.991 Year
  • Universal TV Remote - Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Yearly Access3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Universal TV Remote - Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime FreeFree
  • Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control ‎ free?
Universal TV Remote Control ‎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control ‎ or TV Remote Control?
Universal TV Remote Control ‎ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control ‎ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 246 ratings, while TV Remote Control averages 4.5 from 185 ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote Control ‎ or TV Remote Control have ads?
Neither Universal TV Remote Control ‎ nor TV Remote Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control ‎ or TV Remote Control?
Universal TV Remote Control ‎ ships an update weekly, and TV Remote Control every 4 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control ‎ was updated on September 25, 2026 and TV Remote Control on September 25, 2026.

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