Comparison

Android TV Remote Control vs Android TV

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

Android TV

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive remote for your Android TV. Navigate menus, type text, and control playback with ease over Wi-Fi. Enjoy a streamlined entertainment experience without complicated setup.

Highlights
  • Easy Wi-Fi connection
  • Intuitive touchpad and keyboard
  • Fast text typing
  • Volume and playback control
  • Quick app launching
  • Universal compatibility with Android TV
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a powerful remote for your Android TV. Control your TV effortlessly, navigate faster, and enjoy a seamless entertainment experience - all from Android TV remote control app. Key Features: * Easy Connection Connect instantly to your Android TV or TV Box on the same Wi-Fi network. No setup required. * Smart Remote Control Use an intuitive touchpad, keyboard, and buttons to control your TV with precision. * Fast Typing Type text directly from your iPhone keyboard — no more struggling with on-screen TV keyboards. * Volume & Playback Control Adjust volume, pause, play, and skip content with ease. * Quick Launch Apps Open your favorite apps on TV in seconds. * Universal Compatibility Works with most devices powered by Android TV and similar systems. Why choose this app? - Clean and modern interface - Fast and reliable connection - No complicated setup - Designed for everyday convenience Requirements: - iPhone and Android TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network Disclaimer: This app is not an official product of Google or Android. It is an independent solution designed to work with Android TV devices.

Screenshots

Android TV Remote Control4 screens
Android TV3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Android TV at 5.0 against Android TV Remote Control's 4.2. Android TV also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). Android TV Remote Control's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume and device support 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. Android TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Android TV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 71 and 42 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Android TV Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 100% of Android TV's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Android TV Remote Control versus Android TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAndroid TV Remote ControlAndroid TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (71 ratings)5.0 (42 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings71 — better42
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCodematics ServicesGrzegorz Wojcik

Customer experience

Android TV Remote Control

All ratings71 ratings
Positive77.5%
Neutral5.6%
Negative16.9%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive88.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.3%

Android TV

All ratings42 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Android TV Remote Control

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Rileva la tv, ci entri e cerchi di usarlo ma non funziona e nonostante tu provi a cliccare o muovere qualcosa non cambia nulla Lo sto usando per un proiettore con Google chromecast inserito
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Android TV

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
None

Android TV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Android TV Remote Control free?
Android TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Android TV free?
Android TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Android TV Remote Control or Android TV?
Android TV is rated higher. Android TV Remote Control averages 4.2 out of 5 from 71 ratings, while Android TV averages 5.0 from 42 ratings.
Do Android TV Remote Control or Android TV have ads?
Android TV Remote Control shows ads; Android TV does not.

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