Comparison

Android TV Remote Control vs TV Remote For Android

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

Head to head
About

Android TV Remote Control

Control your Android TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate menus, control volume, search with your voice, and use your phone as a touchpad. Quickly open apps and enjoy lag-free control.

Highlights
  • Seamless WiFi connectivity
  • Full remote control functions
  • Voice search capabilities
  • Keyboard input for searches
  • Touchpad functionality
  • One-click app opening
Features
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Control your Android TV right from your iPhone with this Remote for Android TV — whether you’ve misplaced your remote or just want the convenience of using your mobile device, the Android TV Remote app is here to simplify your experience. Top Features: Seamless Connectivity: Connect your iPhone/iPad and TV with same WiFi network and allow device Discovery when prompted in the app. Full Remote Control: Navigate through your Android TV interface effortlessly—control channels, volume, power, and more. Voice Search: Use voice commands for faster searches on your Android TV. Keyboard Input: Forget the conventional remote keyboard screen! Type directly on your phone for quicker searches and inputs. Touchpad Functionality: Swipe and tap on your phone's screen to control your TV as if you're using a trackpad. Open Apps: Open apps installed on your TV from your phone with a single click. Why Us? Easy Setup: No complicated setup—connect and control within seconds. Universal Compatibility: Supports all popular Android TV models like Sony, Hisense, Philips, TCL, Sanyo, and many more available in the US. Supported Android TV Brands: Sony TV Remote Hisense TV Remote TCL TV Remote Philips TV Remote Onn TV Remote Sharp TV Remote Panasonic TV Remote Insignia TV Remote JVC TV Remote RCA TV Remote Sanyo TV Remote Sceptre TV Remote Element TV Remote Westinghouse TV Remote And many more... Supported Android TV Boxes: NVIDIA Shield TV Remote Xiaomi Mi Box S TV Remote Google Chromecast with Google TV Remote Fire TV Stick 4K TV Remote (Android-based) Ematic TV Box Remote Turewell Android TV Box Remote Mecool KM2 TV Box Remote Dynalink Android TV Box Remote VANKYO TV Box Remote X96 Mini Android TV Box Remote Easytone Android TV Box Remote Bqeel Android TV Box Remote HK1 Max TV Box Remote Tanix TX6 Android TV Box Remote Lag-Free Control: Enjoy smooth, responsive remote control, no matter what you're watching. How It Works: Ensure your iPhone or iPad and Android TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Pair your device with your TV and start controlling instantly! Disclaimer: Codematics is not an affiliated entity of Android, Google, or any other company. This application is not an official product of these entities. The application is developed by Codematics with a focus on enhancing user experience. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Say goodbye to lost remotes, and unlock a more efficient way to enjoy your favorite TV program on Android TV.

About

TV Remote For Android

Control your smart TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate settings, change channels, adjust volume, and more. Connects seamlessly via Wi-Fi with auto-discovery for quick setup.

Highlights
  • Smart TV control
  • Channel switching
  • Volume adjustment
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Auto-discovery setup
  • Power ON/OFF
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Control your Smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app allows you to easily navigate through TV settings, change channels, adjust volume, and perform other essential functions. With Wi-Fi support and auto-discovery, setup is quick and seamless, turning your device into a full-featured remote for your TV. • Easily switch channels with the TV remote control feature of the Remote app. • Enjoy quick access to play and pause your TV with just a tap. • Transform your smartphone into a full-featured remote controller, giving you complete control over your TV from your mobile device. • Manage your TV seamlessly with the remote control app, available directly on your phone. Connection & Compatibility: • Wi-Fi Connectivity: Easily connects through the same Wi-Fi network. • Automatic Discovery: Automatically detects your Smart TV for quick setup. Features Remote Control of TV: • Power ON / OFF. • Home • Volume Up. • Volume Down. • Channel Up. • Channel Down. • Search / Setting button. • Menu Button with up / down and left / right. • Red / Green / Blue / Yellow (Multiple purpose soft keys). • Channel Digits buttons. Subscription Details:- - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable For Further Information: Privacy Policy = https://sites.google.com/jksol.com/privacy?usp=sharing Terms of Use = https://sites.google.com/jksol.com/terms-of-use?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Android TV Remote Control4 screens
TV Remote For Android4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Android TV Remote Control at 89% against TV Remote For Android's 0%. Android TV Remote Control also leads on rating (4.1 vs 1.0) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Android TV Remote Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and TV Remote For Android sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Android TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Android TV Remote Control has 73 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Android TV Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 0% of TV Remote For Android's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Android TV Remote Control ships an update weekly, TV Remote For Android every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Android TV Remote Control versus TV Remote For Android: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAndroid TV Remote ControlTV Remote For Android
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (73 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews88.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings73 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB45 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCodematics ServicesJksol Infotech LLP

Customer experience

Android TV Remote Control

All ratings73 ratings
Positive75.3%
Neutral5.5%
Negative19.2%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive88.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.3%

TV Remote For Android

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Android TV Remote Control

Reported bugs

2 issues
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TV Remote For Android

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Android TV Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Ad Free Version$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Ad Free Version$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Ad Free Version$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • Remove Full Screen Ads$49.99
  • Ad Free Version$99.99
3 purchases

TV Remote For Android

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access$5.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$9.991 Month
One-time1
  • Life Time Premium Access$27.99

Questions

Is Android TV Remote Control free?
Android TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote For Android free?
TV Remote For Android is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Android TV Remote Control or TV Remote For Android?
Android TV Remote Control is rated higher. Android TV Remote Control averages 4.1 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while TV Remote For Android averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Android TV Remote Control or TV Remote For Android have ads?
Both Android TV Remote Control and TV Remote For Android show ads.
Which is updated more often, Android TV Remote Control or TV Remote For Android?
Android TV Remote Control ships an update weekly, and TV Remote For Android every 4 months. Most recently, Android TV Remote Control was updated on October 18, 2026 and TV Remote For Android on September 25, 2026.

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