Comparison

TV Remote Control Plus vs Smart TV 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

Smart TV Remote

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for all your smart TVs and streaming devices. Control volume, channels, navigation, and even cast content to the big screen. It connects seamlessly over WiFi, offering a convenient alternative to physical remotes.

Highlights
  • Universal TV control
  • WiFi connectivity
  • Full button control
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Keyboard input
  • Voice control
  • Screen mirroring
Features
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Smart TV Remote - AnyRemote turns your phone into a universal TV remote for Samsung, Roku, TCL, Fire TV, LG, Sony and more. Connect over the same WiFi network and control your Smart TV in seconds. AnyRemote is free to use and works with all TV brands from a single app. Works With All Your Smart TVs & Streaming Devices Smart TV Remote is compatible with all major TV brands, including Samsung, Roku, TCL, Google TV, LG (webOS), Sony Bravia, Hisense, Vizio, Philips and more. Whatever brand of Smart TV you own, you can control it right from your phone over WiFi. This universal TV remote also works with popular TV boxes, sticks and streaming devices such as Fire TV Stick, Chromecast with Google TV, Roku streaming sticks and other set-top boxes. Whatever you use to watch, you can control it from a single app. Key Features • Full Button Control – Volume, channels, mute and all the essential buttons of your original remote. • Turn TV On/Off – Power your Smart TV on and off instantly from your phone. • D-Pad Navigation – Move through TV menus and apps quickly with a responsive directional pad. • Smooth Touchpad – A highly responsive touchpad that makes navigation effortless and even lets you play games on your TV with ease. • Playback Controls – Play, pause, rewind and fast-forward your content with ease. • Keyboard Input – Type search terms and logins from your phone instead of the TV on-screen keyboard. • Voice Control – Search and command your TV using your voice for a faster, hands-free experience. • App Launch Buttons – Open your favorite TV apps instantly with a single tap. • Cast Photos & Videos – Share photos and videos from your phone to the big screen. • Screen Mirroring – Mirror your phone's screen on your TV to enjoy content on a bigger display. How It Works 1. Connect your phone and your Smart TV to the same WiFi network. 2. Open the app and tap to scan for available devices nearby. 3. Select your TV or streaming device from the list. 4. Allow the connection on your TV screen if prompted. 5. Start controlling your TV instantly — it's that simple. Download Smart TV Remote - AnyRemote today and turn your phone into a free universal remote for all your TVs and streaming devices. Whether you've lost your original remote or just want one app to control everything, AnyRemote makes it simple, fast and reliable. Get started for free and take control of your Smart TV from anywhere in the room. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TV Remote Control Plus4 screens
Smart TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smart TV Remote at 4.9 against TV Remote Control Plus's 3.9. Smart TV Remote also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 89%). TV Remote Control Plus's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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 Smart TV Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of TV Remote Control Plus's written reviews are positive against 100% of Smart TV Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control Plus ships an update weekly, Smart TV Remote every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote Control Plus versus Smart TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control PlusSmart TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (7 ratings)4.9 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings78 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 11 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGurcan AksuMian Ali Asjad

Customer experience

TV Remote Control Plus

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

Smart TV Remote

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 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
2 purchases

Smart TV Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads - Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Remove Ads - Monthly$3.991 Month

Questions

Is TV Remote Control Plus free?
TV Remote Control Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart TV Remote free?
Smart TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control Plus or Smart TV Remote?
Smart TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote Control Plus averages 3.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Smart TV Remote averages 4.9 from 8 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control Plus or Smart TV Remote have ads?
Smart TV Remote shows ads; TV Remote Control Plus does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control Plus or Smart TV Remote?
TV Remote Control Plus ships an update weekly, and Smart TV Remote every 11 days. Most recently, TV Remote Control Plus was updated on October 7, 2026 and Smart TV Remote on October 9, 2026.

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