# Universal AC Remote Control + vs AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner

The clearest difference is update cadence: Universal AC Remote Control + at every 9 days against AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner's every 6 weeks. Universal AC Remote Control + also leads on ratings volume (3.9K vs 222). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal AC Remote Control + sells 25 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Universal AC Remote Control + against 4.5 for AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal AC Remote Control + has 3.9K ratings behind it against 222, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 20% of Universal AC Remote Control +'s written reviews are positive against 18% of AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner's.

Universal AC Remote Control + ships an update every 9 days, AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal AC Remote Control + | AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-ac-remote-control-plus/id6698875891/reviews)** | [4.5 (222 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-remote-air-conditioner/id6738139357/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.9K** | 222 |
| Positive reviews | **20.2% of reviews** | 18.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Size | 105 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JokDev Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632609652) | [Cristian Bivol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1854124321) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal AC Remote Control +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-ac-remote-control-plus/id6698875891)

Control your air conditioner directly from your smartphone. Adjust temperature, fan speed, and operating modes with an intuitive interface. Supports most AC models from various manufacturers, eliminating the need for a physical remote.

**Highlights:** Turn AC on/off, Adjust temperature, Set fan speed, Choose operating mode, Create work schedules, Supports most AC models

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

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $8.99 | per month |
| Premium Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $24.99 | per month |
| Premium Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Year | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $44.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient control from phone
- 💡 Works with multiple AC units
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with app permissions
- 💰 Unexpected recurring charges
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App not opening or connecting to AC
- Settings not saving properly
- Incorrect temperature readings

**Requested features**

- Scheduling and automation options
- Remote access from outside home network
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Ability to control multiple ACs simultaneously


### AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-remote-air-conditioner/id6738139357)

Effortlessly manage your home's climate with this universal air conditioner remote app. Adjust temperature, fan speed, and sleep modes with an intuitive interface on your smartphone. Save energy and customize your environment for optimal comfort.

**Highlights:** Temperature control, Fan speed adjustment, Sleep mode settings, Energy-saving modes, Customizable options, Intuitive layout

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Universal AC Remote Control | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| AC Remote App - Universal | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Remote | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Conditioner - AC Remote | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Control AC with your phone | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Conditioner - AC Remote | $24.99 | per year |
| Universal AC Remote Control | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal AC Remote Control + free?

Universal AC Remote Control + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner free?

AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal AC Remote Control + or AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner?

Universal AC Remote Control + is rated higher. Universal AC Remote Control + averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner averages 4.5 from 222 ratings.

### Do Universal AC Remote Control + or AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner have ads?

Neither Universal AC Remote Control + nor AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal AC Remote Control + or AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner?

Universal AC Remote Control + ships an update every 9 days, and AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner every 6 weeks. Most recently, Universal AC Remote Control + was updated on October 27, 2026 and AC Remote ◦ Air Conditioner on October 27, 2026.

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