Comparison

Android TV Remote Control vs Universal Remote

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

Universal Remote

Transform your iPhone into a Wi-Fi remote for compatible smart TVs and streaming devices. Control navigation, volume, channels, and media playback with ease. Supports Siri commands for hands-free operation.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi TV discovery
  • Siri command support
  • Navigation and media controls
  • Volume and channel adjustment
  • On-device credential storage
  • Wake compatible TVs
Features
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Turn your iPhone into one convenient remote for compatible smart TVs and streaming devices on your Wi-Fi network. Universal Remote discovers supported TVs on your local network and provides the controls you use most, including navigation, selection, home, back, volume, mute, channel controls, media controls, settings, and power. Supports Siri commands for things like navigation, power on/off, volume controls, channel controls and more. SUPPORTED TV PLATFORMS • Google TV and Android TV devices with the Google TV Remote Service • LG TVs running webOS • Vizio SmartCast TVs • Amazon Fire TV devices • Many many more, these are just the devices I've tested on so far! FEATURES • Automatic TV discovery over your local Wi-Fi network • Secure on-device pairing credential storage • Directional navigation and selection controls • Home, back, settings, and media controls • Volume, mute, and channel controls • Hold supported buttons to repeat commands • Light haptic feedback when pressing remote buttons • Remember previously connected TVs on each network • Wake compatible, previously configured TVs over your local network • No account required Your iPhone and TV must be connected to the same local network. Initial pairing may require entering a code displayed by the TV or approving the connection using the physical remote or the controls directly on your TV. Compatibility varies by manufacturer, model, software version, and network configuration. Devices that advertise Google Cast but do not provide a supported system remote service cannot be controlled through Google Cast alone. Universal Remote contains banner ads. Advertising privacy and tracking choices are presented in accordance with your device settings and applicable consent requirements. Google TV, Android TV, LG webOS, Vizio SmartCast, Amazon Fire TV, and other names are trademarks of their respective owners. Universal Remote is an independent application and is not endorsed by or affiliated with these companies.

Screenshots

Android TV Remote Control4 screens
Universal Remote3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote at 5.0 against Android TV Remote Control's 4.1. Universal Remote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). Android TV Remote Control's advantage is ratings volume (73 vs 4) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. Universal Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Android TV Remote Control has 73 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Android TV Remote Control ships an update weekly, Universal Remote every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Android TV Remote Control versus Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAndroid TV Remote ControlUniversal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (73 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings73 — better4
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCodematics ServicesISAAC GREGORY FARR

Customer experience

Android TV Remote Control

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

Universal Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Android TV Remote Control

Reported bugs

2 issues
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Universal Remote

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

Universal Remote

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 Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Android TV Remote Control or Universal Remote?
Universal Remote is rated higher. Android TV Remote Control averages 4.1 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while Universal Remote averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Android TV Remote Control or Universal Remote have ads?
Both Android TV Remote Control and Universal Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Android TV Remote Control or Universal Remote?
Android TV Remote Control ships an update weekly, and Universal Remote every 2 days. Most recently, Android TV Remote Control was updated on October 18, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 21, 2026.

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