# DayCalc Pro vs Remote Control for Sky

DayCalc Pro and Remote Control for Sky both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of DayCalc Pro's written reviews are positive against 21% of Remote Control for Sky's. DayCalc Pro also leads on ratings volume (177 vs 8) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Remote Control for Sky's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Remote Control for Sky is free to download; DayCalc Pro costs $0.99 up front. DayCalc Pro sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Remote Control for Sky sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for DayCalc Pro against 4.6 for Remote Control for Sky. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DayCalc Pro has 177 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of DayCalc Pro's written reviews are positive against 21% of Remote Control for Sky's.

DayCalc Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, Remote Control for Sky every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DayCalc Pro | Remote Control for Sky |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.6 (177 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daycalc-pro-note-calculator/id654444242/reviews) | **[4.6 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-sky/id6737448785/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **177** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **85.6% of reviews** | 20.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 98 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [良峰 侯](https://appshunter.io/developer/654444245) | [Carter Annandale](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711608364) |

## What reviewers say

### DayCalc Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daycalc-pro-note-calculator/id654444242)

This app combines a powerful calculator with a comprehensive unit converter. It offers standard and scientific calculations, allows notes to be added to history, and supports a wide range of units and custom conversions. Enjoy a user-friendly interface with customizable themes and watchOS integration.

**Highlights:** Standard and scientific calculator, Add notes to calculations, Over 600 units in 20 categories, Custom unit creation, Automatic currency exchange rate updates, Dark Mode support, Apple Watch integration

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Constants Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Festivals Theme Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Season Theme Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bird Theme Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Insects Theme Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Season Theme Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Festivals Theme Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Custom Unit Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Complete Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎨 Customizable themes and colors
- 📊 Comprehensive feature set (scientific, fractions, conversions)
- 💰 Great value for price (free or $1)
- 📝 Useful history/tape feature for tracking calculations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Update installation issues and stuck downloads
- 🐛 Display cutoff in landscape mode on smaller phones
- 🐛 Fraction display cuts off large numbers
- 🐛 Currency converter fails after favoriting
- 🐛 Copy function only copies first number

**Reported bugs**

- Latest update stuck on download/installation loop
- Display rendering issues in landscape mode on iPhone 12/13 mini
- Fraction results display truncated with large numbers
- Fraction operator placement incorrect during multi-step calculations
- Currency conversion broken after favoriting currencies

**Requested features**

- Cursor movement for easier digit and symbol editing
- Back button to delete individual numbers instead of clearing all
- History display directly above input without clicking
- Back button in converter functions for easier navigation
- Improved animated transitions for better aesthetics


### Remote Control for Sky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-sky/id6737448785)

Transform your phone into a powerful remote for Sky Stream, Sky Q, or Sky Glass. Browse, play, record, and type with ease, eliminating the need for a physical remote. Enjoy seamless navigation and quick access to all your Sky features.

**Highlights:** Seamless navigation through channels and menus, Phone keyboard for easy text input, Playback control (pause, play, rewind, fast-forward), One-tap recording management, Voice control for search and commands (coming soon)

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Upgrade | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Upgrade | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Upgrade | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Upgrade | $16.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade | $17.99 | per year |
| Full Feature Upgrade | $6.99 | one-time |
| One Time Upgrade | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium Access | $39.99 | one-time |
| Full Feature Upgrade | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works reliably when functioning properly
- 🚀 Fast and responsive with no lag
- 💰 Cost-effective alternative to physical remotes
- ⌨️ Excellent keyboard input for app navigation
- 💡 Useful macro and shortcuts features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔌 Frequent disconnection from TV/Sky box
- 💳 Aggressive monetization with forced paywall
- 📺 Doesn't work with Sky Stream or Sky Glass
- 🎛️ Volume control non-functional on many devices
- 🐛 Inconsistent functionality across devices

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to recognize connected TV after short period
- Disconnection issues requiring TV restart
- Volume control not working
- Cannot find Sky Q boxes during network scan
- Connection drops and won't reconnect

**Requested features**

- Voice control functionality
- Better TV function control (volume, power, source)
- Improved device compatibility documentation
- Simpler IP address configuration process
- Better network detection for Sky boxes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DayCalc Pro free?

DayCalc Pro costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Remote Control for Sky free?

Remote Control for Sky is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DayCalc Pro or Remote Control for Sky?

Remote Control for Sky is rated higher. DayCalc Pro averages 4.6 out of 5 from 177 ratings, while Remote Control for Sky averages 4.6 from 8 ratings.

### Do DayCalc Pro or Remote Control for Sky have ads?

Neither DayCalc Pro nor Remote Control for Sky shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DayCalc Pro or Remote Control for Sky?

DayCalc Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, and Remote Control for Sky every 5 days. Most recently, DayCalc Pro was updated on October 19, 2026 and Remote Control for Sky on October 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*