# Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things vs Sam

The clearest difference is update cadence: Sam at fortnightly against Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things's every 5 weeks. Sam also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Sam sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things ships an update every 5 weeks, Sam fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things | Sam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (550 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samsung-remote-smart-tvthings/id6621275941/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **550** | — |
| Positive reviews | 17.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 22 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [THE SMILE LAB LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1870255096) | [Hoa Truong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1790005398) |

## What reviewers say

### Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samsung-remote-smart-tvthings/id6621275941)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for your smart TV. Easily adjust volume, change channels, navigate apps, and use voice commands with an intuitive interface. Offers touchpad and keyboard functionality for seamless browsing.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV remote control, Voice command functionality, Touchpad and keyboard support, App and channel navigation, Widget support for quick access, Easy setup and connection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote TV Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control for Samsung | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Samsung Remote TV Control | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Samsung Remote TV Control | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Control for Samsung | $9.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Well-designed and easy to use
- 💡 Amazing application for remote control
- 💡 All necessary features are included
- 💡 TV can be turned off from any room

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Extremely expensive weekly subscription
- 💸 App is completely paid
- 💸 Forces payment after trial
- 💸 "Pure extortion"
- 💸 "Complete scam"

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot connect to TV
- Connection inaccessible
- App does not work
- App is paid but doesn't work
- App does not manage TV at all

**Requested features**

- App language in Turkish


### Sam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sam-tv-remote-control/id6740446432)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $6.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things free?

Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Sam free?

Sam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things or Sam have ads?

Neither Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things nor Sam shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things or Sam?

Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things ships an update every 5 weeks, and Sam fortnightly. Most recently, Samsung Remote Smart TV・Things was updated on November 5, 2026 and Sam on November 4, 2026.

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