# RCActivator vs Smart Universal TV Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Smart Universal TV Remote at 50% against RCActivator's 0%. Smart Universal TV Remote also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (36 vs 2). RCActivator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Universal TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. RCActivator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart Universal TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Universal TV Remote has 36 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of RCActivator's written reviews are positive against 50% of Smart Universal TV Remote's.

## The numbers

| Metric | RCActivator | Smart Universal TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rcactivator/id6651842707/reviews) | **[4.8 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-universal-tv-remote/id6746399442/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **36** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [凯 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1763778626) | [Sepia Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/424779886) |

## What reviewers say

### RCActivator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rcactivator/id6651842707)

Easily find and install the correct firmware for your remote control devices. Simply input your order ID from major online retailers to get accurate, device-specific updates for seamless functionality. The process is quick, effortless, and supports a wide range of remote controls.

**Highlights:** Order ID input for firmware lookup, Accurate firmware matching, Easy firmware installation, Wide device compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Smart Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-universal-tv-remote/id6746399442)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for various smart TVs and streaming devices. Easily control playback, navigate menus, and type with a full keyboard. Enjoy a seamless experience without needing extra hardware.

**Highlights:** Universal remote for 10+ brands, Zero-friction pairing, D-pad or swipe pad navigation, Full keyboard input, Auto-discovers devices, Privacy-focused

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote Control for TV - Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Remote Control for TV Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RCActivator free?

RCActivator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smart Universal TV Remote free?

Smart Universal TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RCActivator or Smart Universal TV Remote?

Smart Universal TV Remote is rated higher. RCActivator averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Smart Universal TV Remote averages 4.8 from 36 ratings.

### Do RCActivator or Smart Universal TV Remote have ads?

Neither RCActivator nor Smart Universal TV Remote shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*