# MI Remote・TV Box Controller vs Remote Control App for Samsung

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Control App for Samsung at 5.0 against MI Remote・TV Box Controller's 4.4. Remote Control App for Samsung also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). MI Remote・TV Box Controller's advantage is ratings volume (172 vs 6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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 App for Samsung sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Control App for Samsung holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MI Remote・TV Box Controller has 172 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

MI Remote・TV Box Controller ships an update monthly, Remote Control App for Samsung every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MI Remote・TV Box Controller | Remote Control App for Samsung |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (172 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remotetv-box-controller/id6667110503/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-app-for-samsung/id6778752164/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **172** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 41.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 118 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jacob Mitchell](https://appshunter.io/developer/1863367493) | [TATIANA GRIGOR](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894001732) |

## What reviewers say

### MI Remote・TV Box Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mi-remotetv-box-controller/id6667110503)

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Controller | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・TV Box Remote | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Universal Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Controller | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Control App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Device Remote | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| TV | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Home Control App | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Smart TV Control | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・TV Remote App | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote・Smart Remote App | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| MI Remote TV Box Controller | $19.99 | per month |
| MI Remote・TV Control Manager | $24.99 | per year |
| MI Remote・Device Control App | $29.99 | per year |
| MI Remote TV Box Control App | $39.99 | per year |
| TV Controller・MI Remote | $9.99 | one-time |
| Device Control App | $9.99 | one-time |


### Remote Control App for Samsung

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-app-for-samsung/id6778752164)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control your TV over Wi-Fi, browse apps, use a touchpad, and type with your phone's keyboard. Launch your favorite streaming services with a single tap.

**Highlights:** Full Smart TV remote functionality, Wi-Fi connectivity, Touchpad navigation, Keyboard input, Quick app launching, Automatic TV discovery, Minimal dark interface

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro – All Buttons Unlocked | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro – All Buttons Unlocked | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium – Full Access | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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 App for Samsung free?

Remote Control App for Samsung is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MI Remote・TV Box Controller or Remote Control App for Samsung?

Remote Control App for Samsung is rated higher. MI Remote・TV Box Controller averages 4.4 out of 5 from 172 ratings, while Remote Control App for Samsung averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do MI Remote・TV Box Controller or Remote Control App for Samsung have ads?

Neither MI Remote・TV Box Controller nor Remote Control App for Samsung shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MI Remote・TV Box Controller or Remote Control App for Samsung?

MI Remote・TV Box Controller ships an update monthly, and Remote Control App for Samsung every 9 days. Most recently, MI Remote・TV Box Controller was updated on October 25, 2026 and Remote Control App for Samsung on October 17, 2026.

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