Comparison

TV Remote Control Plus vs Telby

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Control Plus

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. Control major TV brands, access apps, and use a touchpad/air mouse feature via Wi-Fi. Offers effortless setup and full control over your TV.

Highlights
  • Universal TV compatibility
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Touchpad/Air Mouse
  • One-touch app access
  • Effortless setup
  • Full TV control
Features
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Transform Your Smartphone into a Universal TV Remote with Wi-Fi Control and Advanced Features! Streamline your TV experience with the TV Remote Control app! Control a wide range of TV brands including Roku, Hisense, Vizio, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, LG, Samsung, TCL, and more. Our app also includes convenient one-touch access to popular apps and the TV’s web browser, all through Wi-Fi. Key Features: Universal Compatibility: Seamlessly control Roku, Hisense, Vizio, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, LG, Samsung, TCL, and other major TV brands. Wi-Fi Connectivity: Ensure both your TV and device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network for smooth operation. Touchpad/Air Mouse Feature: Navigate your TV with precision using our built-in touchpad or air mouse functionality. One-Touch Access: Instantly open Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, YouTube, Hulu, Spotify, and other popular apps, as well as the TV’s web browser. Effortless Setup: Connect to your TV quickly with straightforward and user-friendly setup instructions. Full Control: Adjust volume, change channels, switch inputs, and access settings directly from your smartphone or tablet. Ad-Free Premium Mode: Upgrade to premium for an ad-free experience and full functionality. Why Choose TV Remote Control? One App for All Your TVs: Manage Roku, Hisense, Vizio, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, LG, Samsung, TCL, and more from a single app. Intuitive Design: Enjoy a user-friendly interface designed for a smooth and enjoyable experience. Regular Updates: Benefit from new features and improvements based on user feedback.

About

Telby

Transform your iPhone into a powerful and intuitive remote for your Roku devices. Effortlessly discover and connect to your TV, navigate menus with a touchpad, and launch your favorite channels instantly. Enjoy seamless control without complex setup.

Highlights
  • Automatic Roku device discovery
  • Full remote control functions
  • Swipe touchpad navigation
  • Quick channel launch
  • Easy device switching
Features
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Use your iPhone or iPad as a Wi-Fi remote for compatible smart TVs and streaming players. Find your TV on the same network, pair when prompted, then adjust volume, navigate menus and control playback. Features: - Automatic discovery of compatible TVs on your local network - Support for multiple compatible smart TV and streaming-player control systems - Power, input, Home, Back, directional, playback, mute, and volume controls when available - Swipe-and-tap touchpad navigation on supported TVs - Keyboard input on supported TV text fields - Saved TVs for faster switching - Manual IP connection when discovery is unavailable - Clear pairing, compatibility, and troubleshooting guidance Quick access to installed TV apps and channels is available when supported by the connected TV. Compatibility varies by TV model, model year, region, firmware, and enabled network settings. Telby checks the controls exposed by the connected TV and disables unavailable controls instead of pretending they work. Your iPhone or iPad and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. Some TVs display a pairing request the first time you connect. Find, pair, and connect to your compatible TV before subscribing. After any free preview: An active monthly or annual subscription is required to send remote commands, use the touchpad or keyboard, or open TV channels. The monthly plan has no introductory offer and renews monthly at the standard price. The App Store confirms your localized price and annual offer eligibility before purchase. One introductory offer is available per subscription group. Existing subscribers retain their access and subscription terms. Terms of Use: https://renaissanceapps.com/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://renaissanceapps.com/privacy-policy Telby is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any TV manufacturer.

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Plus4 screens
Telby4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Telby at 5.0 against TV Remote Control Plus's 4.3. Telby also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly) and review sentiment (100% vs 89%). TV Remote Control Plus's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. TV Remote Control Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Telby sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Telby holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of TV Remote Control Plus's written reviews are positive against 100% of Telby's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Plus ships an update weekly, Telby every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote Control Plus versus Telby: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control PlusTelby
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6 — better4
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGurcan AksuRenaissance Apps LLC

Customer experience

TV Remote Control Plus

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%

Telby

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

TV Remote Control Plus

Subscriptions3
  • TV Remote Controller Premium$0.997 Days
  • TV Remote Controller Premium$1.991 Month
  • TV Remote Controller Premium$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • TV Remote Controller Premium$4.99
4 purchases

Telby

Subscriptions4
  • RemoteTV Premium Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Roku Remote Yearly Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Rokuku Premium Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • RemoteTV Premium Annual$49.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote Control Plus free?
TV Remote Control Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Telby free?
Telby is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Plus or Telby?
Telby is rated higher. TV Remote Control Plus averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Telby averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Plus or Telby have ads?
Neither TV Remote Control Plus nor Telby shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Plus or Telby?
TV Remote Control Plus ships an update weekly, and Telby every 3 days. Most recently, TV Remote Control Plus was updated on November 4, 2026 and Telby on November 15, 2026.

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