# SchoolStore vs Universal Remote for Smart TV!

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote for Smart TV! at 4.8 against SchoolStore's 3.7. Universal Remote for Smart TV! also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 3). SchoolStore's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal Remote for Smart TV! sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. SchoolStore asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal Remote for Smart TV! holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal Remote for Smart TV! has 1.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 75% and 75% positive.

SchoolStore ships an update every 9 months, Universal Remote for Smart TV! every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SchoolStore | Universal Remote for Smart TV! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schoolstore/id6651859477/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-for-smart-tv/id6670467628/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 273 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.2 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Reading For Education](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764081764) | [Xleum](https://appshunter.io/developer/1689572429) |

## What reviewers say

### SchoolStore

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schoolstore/id6651859477)

This app provides a safe and straightforward method for schools to generate funds and acquire necessary supplies for their educators. It aims to support educational institutions in their resource acquisition efforts.

**Highlights:** School fundraising, Teacher supply acquisition, Safe platform, Simple to use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Universal Remote for Smart TV!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-for-smart-tv/id6670467628)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a smart TV remote. Control power, volume, channels, and launch streaming apps. Cast photos and videos directly to your TV.

**Highlights:** Smart remote control, Device connectivity, Quick app launch, Haptic and sound feedback, Photo and video casting, Intuitive interface

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 💡 Useful for lost remotes
- 👍 Practical and helpful

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Free version without subscription
- Expanded device compatibility


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SchoolStore free?

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

### Is Universal Remote for Smart TV! free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SchoolStore or Universal Remote for Smart TV!?

Universal Remote for Smart TV! is rated higher. SchoolStore averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Universal Remote for Smart TV! averages 4.8 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do SchoolStore or Universal Remote for Smart TV! have ads?

Universal Remote for Smart TV! shows ads; SchoolStore does not.

### Which is updated more often, SchoolStore or Universal Remote for Smart TV!?

SchoolStore ships an update every 9 months, and Universal Remote for Smart TV! every 2 days. Most recently, SchoolStore was updated on October 24, 2026 and Universal Remote for Smart TV! on October 27, 2026.

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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.*