Comparison

TV Remote Control vs Universal

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Control

Features
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Connect to any Smart TV models and TV Boxes with the Universal TV Remote Control - Smart TV app. How it works: 1. Allow access to your local network. 2. Find your Smart TV or TV Box in the list and connect to it. 3. Enjoy watching TV. Features: - Stable setting for any Smart TV models or TV Boxes. - Connect to any Smart TV models or TV Boxes. - Full Remote Control. - Unlimited TV connections. - More channels. - Access to apps on Smart TV models or TV Boxes. - Advanced controls. - No ads in the app. Local connection security: All connections to your local network and TV locally on your device, they are not available to us, nor to third parties. ** DISCLAIMER ** - This app is independently developed with the goal of enhancing the user experience for Samsung TV owners or any other brand.. - It is important to note that this app is not the official Samsung TV remote app or any other brand remote app. - This app and its developer, Oleksandr Bilyk Inc., are not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung Electronics in any way. - TV Remote Control is also not affiliated with or endorsed by any of the companies featured in the App bar. Subscription pricing and terms: Premium subscriptions are available to get full access in the app with flexible plans with a 3 days trial period and one lifetime in-app purchase. This app includes an auto-renewable subscription (Premium Subscription): Premium Subscription provides all features. And you get full access to the app. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period. You can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Also you can tap the "Manage Subscription" menu option in the App Settings. Any unused portion of the free initial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Manage Subscription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_yoehhGaH0NVu2F397yXGHk6W0nMWVMgpUWlcGNT0v0/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_msWIFjybOXmRl4PlxXF2E_If9OF9SIT8aIP4MYHSeE/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bKQBYiMNf7crCuTuxwxNSC1Pe0hrVg_2MX0MLD3gksA/edit?usp=sharing

About

Universal

Features
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Control your smart TV from your iPhone β€” no extra hardware needed. Universal: TV Remote Control works over Wi-Fi with LG, Samsung, and Roku TVs. FREE FEATURES - Auto-discover TVs on your Wi-Fi (Roku, AirPlay), or add by IP (LG, Samsung) - Power, volume, channel, D-pad, home, back, mute, play - Type text to your TV with the on-screen keyboard - One-tap macros to run several commands at once - AirPlay casting: send phone videos to your TV REMOVE ADS (optional) Free use shows a small banner ad. Remove ads with a monthly subscription (Vism Pro) or a one-time Lifetime purchase. All remote features stay free either way. NOTE Not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, LG, or Roku. Brand names are used only to identify compatible TVs. Your iPhone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TV Remote Control3 screens
Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote Control at none against Universal's shown. Universal's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. TV Remote Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Universal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control ships an update every 5 weeks, Universal every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
TV Remote Control versus Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ControlUniversal
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 9 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size27 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleksandr BilykYOU SEUNGMIN

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions1
  • TV Remote Control - Universal3 Days trial$2.997 Days
One-time1
  • TV Remote Control - Universal$17.99
2 purchases

Universal

Subscriptions1
  • Vism Pro$0.491 Month
One-time1
  • Vism Pro (Lifetime)$5.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal free?
Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote Control or Universal have ads?
Universal shows ads; TV Remote Control does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control or Universal?
TV Remote Control ships an update every 5 weeks, and Universal every 9 days. Most recently, TV Remote Control was updated on October 27, 2026 and Universal on October 29, 2026.

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