Comparison

Universal TV Remote™ Control vs ONN 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 universal TV remote. Easily control all your smart TVs, including popular brands like Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV, over Wi-Fi. Navigate channels, adjust volume, use voice search, and even type with a keyboard for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Voice search for shows
  • On-screen keyboard
  • Volume and channel control
  • Turn TV on/off
Read full description

Can't find your remote again? Here is an easy way to find a replacement without leaving your home! Lost your TV remote control? Say goodbye to the hassle of searching for your remote. Try the easy TV Remote Control app! It support all the mainstream TV brands including Roku TV and Roku Sticks, LG, Vizio, Samsung, Fire TV and Firestick, Hisense, TCL and more. Just connect this Universal TV remote control app to your TV in the same Wi-Fi. And you can turn your TV on or off, change volume, find shows, and pick channels — just like a normal TV remote and more. Make your TV watching easy with this simple universal TV remote control app! Main Features of Universal TV Remote Control: Easy find: This TV remote control app finds all TVs on your Wi-Fi, making setup easy. Fast TV remote control: Our simple TV remote gives you quick TV control. Voice and on/off are in this TV remote app. Easy use for TV remote: Use the touch pad for easy TV control in simple universal TV remote control Keyboard: Type and search for shows fast in Roku remote control app Turn on/off your TV from your phone, enjoy easy TV use in TV remote control app Use your voice to find shows in our Universal TV remote app and use voice search. How to use TV Remote for Roku TV & Smart TV: Download the Roku Remote Control app. Pick a TV brand like Fire TV, Samsung, Roku, TCL, LG, Vizio, Hisense, etc. on the same Wi-Fi as the TV remote control. Tap to connect your TV to this Roku remote control app. Done! Your TV remote control app is ready. Control your TV easily with these steps using this Roku remote control app! TV remote easy control - For all TV brands ▸ TV Remote control for Roku TV ▸ Vizio Smart TV Remote - Vizio TV Remote ▸ Cast to TV, screen mirroring for TV ▸ Fire TV remote control & remote control for FireStick ▸ TV Remote control for Vizio ▸ TV Remote control for LG and Samsung ▸ TV Remote control for TV including TCL, LG, Hisense Universal TV remote stops typical remote problems like losing it or dead batteries, turning your phone into a simple, all-in-one universal TV remote control. Troubleshooting: - The Universal remote control app must be on the same Wi-Fi network as your smart TV. - If you experience connection issues with TV device, try reinstalling the Universal remote app and restarting your TV to fix common problems. Note on TV Remote: This TV remote control for all Smart TV app is NOT linked to any TV brand. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/tv-remote-ios-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/tv-remote-ios-terms-of-use

About

ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote with a fluid touchpad, classic buttons, and instant media casting. Control your entertainment with voice commands, quickly launch apps, and use your phone's keyboard for effortless typing. Power and volume adjustments are also at your fingertips.

Highlights
  • Fluid touchpad navigation
  • Classic remote layout
  • Instant media casting
  • Smart voice commands
  • Quick app launcher
  • Effortless typing keyboard
  • Power & volume control
Features
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Lost your TV remote again? Transform your iPhone into the ultimate control center for your Smart TV! Say goodbye to clutter and hello to an effortless, all-in-one smart hub designed to elevate your entertainment. Key Features: * Fluid Touchpad Navigation: Swipe, scroll, and browse through menus and apps smoothly using your iPhone’s screen as a highly responsive trackpad. * Classic Remote Layout: Get instant, familiar control with a clean button layout that mirrors your original remote. * Instant Media Casting: Share your favorite moments on the big screen! Effortlessly stream photos and videos directly from your camera roll. * Smart Voice Commands: Control your entertainment hands-free. Just speak into your phone to change channels, adjust volume, or launch apps in a flash. * Quick App Launcher & Switcher: No more tedious scrolling on your TV. View all your installed TV apps on your phone and jump into them with a single tap. * Effortless Typing (Keyboard): Stop hunting and pecking on an on-screen keyboard. Use your iPhone’s keyboard to type out movie titles, passwords, and search queries instantly. Power & Volume Control: Easily adjust volume, mute, or power your TV on and off without ever reaching for the hardware remote. Why Choose Us? * Instant, Reliable Setup: Connects seamlessly to your Smart TV over Wi-Fi in just a few seconds. * Sleek & Modern UI: A beautiful, clutter-free design that prioritizes intuitive, daily usability. * Maximized Convenience: Keep the ultimate controller right in your pocket—ready whenever you are. Disclaimer: This application is an independent remote control tool build to improve experience for onn smart tv devices. Privacy Policy: https://appsventure.co/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://appsventure.co/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote™ Control4 screens
ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL4 screens

Verdict

The call

Universal TV Remote™ Control and ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL's written reviews are positive against 49% of Universal TV Remote™ Control's. Universal TV Remote™ Control's advantage is ratings volume (33K vs 1.1K) and chart position (#77 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote™ Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 — 4.7 for Universal TV Remote™ Control against 4.8 for ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote™ Control has 33K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of Universal TV Remote™ Control's written reviews are positive against 86% of ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote™ Control ships an update every 2 weeks, ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Universal TV Remote™ Control versus ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote™ ControlONN TV REMOTE CONTROL
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (33K ratings)4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.5% of reviews86.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings33K — better1.1K
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#77 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size247 MB107 MB
Age rating17++4
DeveloperSEAMOBI TECH PTE LTDApps Venture Inc.

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote™ Control

All ratings32,802 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews309 reviews
Positive48.5%
Neutral4.9%
Negative46.6%

ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL

All ratings660 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative11.4%

Bugs and requests

Universal TV Remote™ Control

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Vibration instead of button response
  • Subscription ads pop up frequently

Requested features

3 requests
  • Volume control
  • Refresh button functionality
  • Microphone access without subscription

ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Universal TV Remote™ Control

Subscriptions4
  • TV Remote Control Weekly V1$4.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote Pro Weekly3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • TV Remote Control Yearly V1$19.991 Year
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  • Universal TV Remote Pro Yearly$28.991 Year
One-time1
  • Universal TV Remote Life Time$29.99
2 purchases

ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote™ Control free?
Universal TV Remote™ Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL free?
ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote™ Control or ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL?
ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL is rated higher. Universal TV Remote™ Control averages 4.7 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL averages 4.8 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote™ Control or ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL have ads?
Both Universal TV Remote™ Control and ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL show ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote™ Control or ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL?
Universal TV Remote™ Control ships an update every 2 weeks, and ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL every 11 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote™ Control was updated on October 29, 2026 and ONN TV REMOTE CONTROL on October 28, 2026.

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