Comparison

MI Remote・TV Box Controller vs Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ

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

Head to head
About

MI Remote・TV Box Controller

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive remote for your Mi Box. Navigate menus, launch applications, and control playback with ease. Features voice search and a touchpad for enhanced usability.

Highlights
  • Complete remote control functions
  • App management
  • Voice search capabilities
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Quick setup
  • Multi-device support
Features
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Take full control of your Mi Box with the MI Remote Control app, turning your smartphone into a versatile remote. Navigate, launch apps, and manage your entertainment with ease—all from the palm of your hand! Key Features: - Complete Remote Control: Access all essential functions such as volume, power, and navigation buttons to operate your Mi Box smoothly. - App Management: Open, close, and switch between apps on your Mi Box directly from your phone with simple commands. - Voice Search: Use voice commands to quickly find your favorite shows, movies, or apps without typing. - Touchpad Navigation: Enjoy enhanced control with a built-in touchpad for precise navigation and smooth browsing. - Quick & Easy Setup: Pair your phone with your Mi Box in seconds and start managing your TV experience right away. - Multi-Device Support: Easily switch between multiple Mi Box devices if you have more than one. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by Xiaomi. It is an independent tool designed to enhance your control over your Mi Box device. Download now and enjoy seamless, convenient control over your Mi Box! Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. The App offers auto-renewing subscriptions to provide you with unlimited access to all features with no limits while you maintain an active subscription. Terms of Use: https://1drv.ms/w/s!AuLKRnT6jIVOa5TvWWveRZSYloY?e=5kMchd Privacy Policy: https://1drv.ms/w/s!AuLKRnT6jIVObPszqzm_FWKpqFs?e=kdpZPd

About

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive TV remote. Effortlessly switch channels, adjust volume, launch apps, and mirror your screen. Connect wirelessly for instant control over your smart TV.

Highlights
  • Virtual remote control
  • Screen mirroring
  • Photo and video casting
  • Support for multiple TVs
  • Auto-reconnect
  • App launching
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Turn your smartphone into a versatile remote. Switch channels, adjust volume, launch apps, and manage all your TV settings effortlessly — all from a single intuitive app. Connect to your TV over Wi-Fi for instant, seamless control. No complicated setup — just open the app and start controlling. Features: • Complete virtual remote control • Quick access to power, volume, navigation, and more • Support for multiple TVs • Auto-reconnect for immediate control • Screen Cast – Mirror your phone’s display on your TV • Photo Cast – Instantly share photos from your phone to the TV • Video Cast – Stream videos from your device directly to your TV Experience smart, wireless TV control with extra features for advanced users. Subscription Information: A subscription is required to unlock all features. You can cancel anytime through your device’s subscription settings. Privacy Policy: https://ribbon-almond-d8b.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-1c1cde24fc028065a085d6db4f534654 Terms of use: https://ribbon-almond-d8b.notion.site/Terms-of-Service-1c1cde24fc0280d49deac97fce10e680

Screenshots

MI Remote・TV Box Controller3 screens
Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: MI Remote・TV Box Controller at free with in-app purchases against Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ's subscription. MI Remote・TV Box Controller also leads on ratings volume (140 vs 30). Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence, ads 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. MI Remote・TV Box Controller sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 140 and 30 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MI Remote・TV Box Controller ships an update monthly, Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MI Remote・TV Box Controller versus Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMI Remote・TV Box ControllerRemote Control for Smart TV ㅤ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (140 ratings)4.8 (30 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings140 — better30
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB140 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJacob Mitchellrik fol

Customer experience

MI Remote・TV Box Controller

All ratings140 ratings
Positive83.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative54.2%

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ

All ratings30 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.3%

In-app purchases

17 purchases

MI Remote・TV Box Controller

Subscriptions15
  • Controller$4.997 Days
  • MI Remote・TV Box Remote$5.997 Days
  • MI Remote・Universal Control3 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 12 more
  • MI Remote TV Box Controller3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • MI Remote TV Box Control App$5.997 Days
  • MI Remote・Device Remote3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • TV$7.997 Days
  • MI Remote・Home Control App$7.997 Days
  • MI Remote・Smart TV Control3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • MI Remote・TV Remote App3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • MI Remote・Smart Remote App7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • MI Remote TV Box Controller$19.991 Month
  • MI Remote・TV Control Manager$24.991 Year
  • MI Remote・Device Control App$29.991 Year
  • MI Remote TV Box Control App$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • TV Controller・MI Remote$9.99
  • Device Control App$9.99
2 purchases

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ

Subscriptions2
  • Remote Control (weekly std)$3.997 Days
  • Remote Control (weekly trial)3 Days trial$3.997 Days

Questions

Is MI Remote・TV Box Controller free?
MI Remote・TV Box Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ free?
Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MI Remote・TV Box Controller or Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ?
Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ is rated higher. MI Remote・TV Box Controller averages 4.4 out of 5 from 140 ratings, while Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ averages 4.8 from 30 ratings.
Do MI Remote・TV Box Controller or Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ have ads?
Neither MI Remote・TV Box Controller nor Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MI Remote・TV Box Controller or Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ?
MI Remote・TV Box Controller ships an update monthly, and Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ fortnightly. Most recently, MI Remote・TV Box Controller was updated on October 21, 2026 and Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ on October 6, 2026.

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