Comparison

TV Remote Control Plus vs Xumo Remote

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

Xumo Remote

Control your compatible Xumo TV using your smartphone. Manage power, volume, playback, and navigation. Search for content, access settings, and personalize your viewing experience with dedicated controls.

Highlights
  • Power on/off
  • Volume control
  • Playback controls
  • Navigation pad
  • Number pad
  • Keyboard for search
  • Quick Access menu
Features
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Note: This app works with Xumo Stream Box and select Xumo TVs. Some Xumo TVs use the Xumo TV app for remote control from a mobile device. To learn which app your Xumo TV is compatible with, visit support.xumo.com/hc/en-us/articles/22609794389012-Control-your-TV-with-the-Xumo-TV-app. Download the Xumo TV app here: apps.apple.com/us/app/xumo-tv/id1575377158. Meet the app that makes it even easier to control your Xumo TV and Xumo Stream Box — by letting you use your phone as your remote. No need to tear your house apart searching for lost remotes, run around looking for batteries or even put down your phone. Control your Xumo devices with the Xumo Remote app. There’s so much you can do with the Xumo Remote app. Access all your essential controls for streaming: Power your Xumo device on and off. Play or pause whatever you’re watching. Explore your Xumo device with the navigation pad. Select items with the OK button. Return to the previous screen with the Back button. Return to the home screen anytime with the Home button. Jump to specific channels or type in PINs with the number pad. Control the volume level (for Xumo TVs only). Find, categorize and personalize content faster with dedicated controls: Open a keyboard on your Xumo device to search for your next watch. Open the Quick Access menu to access quick settings and search. Open the Settings menu. Add content to My List with the Add button. The Xumo Remote app is made accessible, with you in mind: Screen reader supported Bold text High contrast Dynamic text sizing Light and dark mode responsive How to set up the Xumo Remote app: Download and open the app. Make sure your phone or tablet is connected to the same WiFi network as your Xumo device. Select your Xumo device from the list of available devices. The app will connect automatically. Start exploring with your Xumo Remote app.

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Plus4 screens
Xumo Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Xumo Remote at 4.8 against TV Remote Control Plus's 3.9. Xumo Remote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (100% vs 89%). On price, ratings volume, 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. TV Remote Control Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Xumo Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Xumo Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of TV Remote Control Plus's written reviews are positive against 100% of Xumo Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Plus ships an update weekly, Xumo Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 3, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote Control Plus versus Xumo Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control PlusXumo Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (7 ratings)4.8 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings716 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGurcan AksuXUMO Services 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%

Xumo Remote

All ratings16 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 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
None

Xumo Remote

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 Xumo Remote free?
Xumo Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Plus or Xumo Remote?
Xumo Remote is rated higher. TV Remote Control Plus averages 3.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Xumo Remote averages 4.8 from 16 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Plus or Xumo Remote have ads?
Neither TV Remote Control Plus nor Xumo Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Plus or Xumo Remote?
TV Remote Control Plus ships an update weekly, and Xumo Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control Plus was updated on June 3, 2026 and Xumo Remote on September 19, 2026.

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