Comparison

TV Remote Control Plus vs Magic Remote for TV

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

Magic Remote for TV

Transform your iPhone into a smart remote for LG WebOS TVs. Enjoy seamless Wi-Fi connectivity for touchpad navigation, keyboard input, and quick app launching. Control volume, channels, and playback effortlessly.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Full keyboard input
  • Quick app launch
  • Volume and channel control
  • Media playback controls
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a powerful remote for your LG TV. Connect instantly over Wi-Fi, no extra hardware needed. Compatible with any LG WebOS TV. Free to try! Subscribe for unlimited access to the remote: • Touchpad navigation with swipe gestures • Full keyboard for smart TV text input • Quick-launch your favorite streaming apps • Volume, channel, and media playback controls • Works with all webOS Smart TVs Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://virani.app/?page_id=51 Disclaimer: We are not an official product of LG and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by LG. LG is a trademark of its respective owner.

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Plus4 screens
Magic Remote for TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Magic Remote for TV at 5.0 against TV Remote Control Plus's 4.3. Magic Remote for TV also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). TV Remote Control Plus's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support 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. Magic Remote for TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Magic Remote for TV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control Plus has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Plus ships an update weekly, Magic Remote for TV every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TV Remote Control Plus versus Magic Remote for TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control PlusMagic Remote for TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGurcan AksuVirani

Customer experience

TV Remote Control Plus

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

Magic Remote for TV

All ratings1 ratings
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
None

Magic Remote for TV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote Control Plus free?
TV Remote Control Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Magic Remote for TV free?
Magic Remote for TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Plus or Magic Remote for TV?
Magic Remote for TV is rated higher. TV Remote Control Plus averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Magic Remote for TV averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Plus or Magic Remote for TV have ads?
Neither TV Remote Control Plus nor Magic Remote for TV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Plus or Magic Remote for TV?
TV Remote Control Plus ships an update weekly, and Magic Remote for TV every 5 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control Plus was updated on October 24, 2026 and Magic Remote for TV on October 31, 2026.

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