Comparison

Universal Remote vs TV Remote Universal Control

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

Head to head
About

Universal Remote

Stream media and mirror your phone's screen to a larger display. Control your TV remotely with a simple interface. Enjoy a bigger, better viewing experience for videos and games.

Highlights
  • Cast media to TV
  • Real-time streaming
  • TV remote control
  • Share screen with 1 touch
  • Quick device search and connect
Features
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Are you bored of squinting at your phone screen to watch videos or play games? Say goodbye to small screens and hello to the big screen experience with the Cast TV app! Main features of the screen mirror app: Cast media to TV from your phone Real-time streaming for a vibrant viewing experience TV remote control from afar Share screen with 1 touch in high-quality Quickly Search & connect with devices How to use screen-mirroring app: Turn off the VPN on your smartphone. Ensure that your TV and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Open the Cast TV app to connect your phone to tv. The smart TV remote app brings for you a bigger and better viewing experience. So, what are you waiting for? Experience the magic of screen mirroring today and enhance your entertainment experience to new heights! • Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TV Remote Universal Control

Control all your smart TVs from your iPhone with a single app. Effortlessly connect via Wi-Fi for seamless navigation, app access, and playback control. Offers a touchpad and mobile keyboard for enhanced usability.

Highlights
  • Universal Smart TV compatibility
  • Wi-Fi connection
  • Full remote control access
  • Streaming app launcher
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Mobile keyboard input
  • Playback controls
Features
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One remote for all your TVs - right on your iPhone. Forget about juggling remotes, changing batteries, or using outdated controls. Compatible with a wide range of Smart TVs and devices, including: • Samsung • FireTV (Amazon) • Android TV • Google TV • Roku TV & Devices • TCL (Roku TV / Google TV) • Hisense (Roku TV / Android TV) • Sony (Android TV / Google TV) • Xiaomi Mi TV (Android TV) • Onn. (Walmart brand, Roku / Android) • Panasonic • Philips (Android TV) • Toshiba (Fire TV / Android TV) • Insignia (Fire TV) • Sharp (Roku TV / Android TV) • Skyworth • Sceptre • Westinghouse • Sanyo • RCA • Any TV-connected Projector supporting network control • Other major Smart TV brands supporting standard local network control Effortlessly connect via Wi-Fi and enjoy seamless control of your Smart TV from anywhere in your home. KEY FEATURES: 1. Quick & Easy Setup – Instantly connect to your Smart TV over Wi-Fi. No complicated pairing — just open the app, and you’re ready to go. 2. Full Control Access – Adjust volume, change channels, open apps, and more with intuitive controls designed to make your TV experience smoother and more enjoyable. 3. Universal Compatibility – Works with most popular Smart TV brands, including Samsung, LG, Sony, and others. 4. Streaming Apps Access – Quickly open any app installed on your TV, such as Netflix, YouTube, Apple TV, Spotify, and more — all from your iPhone. 5. Touchpad Navigation – Control your TV smoothly with finger swipes, just like a laptop touchpad, for effortless navigation. 6. Mobile Keyboard – Type and search directly from your iPhone instead of struggling with your TV’s on-screen keyboard. 7. HDMI Inputs – Easily switch between connected devices without leaving the app. 8. Playback Controls – Pause, play, rewind, and fast-forward while watching movies or shows for ultimate convenience. 9. User-Friendly Interface – Navigate effortlessly with a clean, responsive interface designed for ease of use. 10. Stable & Reliable Connection – Enjoy a stable Wi-Fi connection that keeps your remote accessible and responsive whenever you need it. 11. Exclusive PRO Features – Unlock the full power of TV Remote Universal Control with PRO Access, offering all features and customization options to enhance your experience. DISCLAIMER: This application is not affiliated with nor endorsed by any aforementioned brand, and is not an official product of it or of its affiliates. Some minor buttons or functions may not respond on certain TV models due to specific limitations of those devices or their operating systems. However, ongoing development is focused on customizing remote layouts for each major TV series to improve compatibility and ensure full functionality in future updates. Available in-app purchases: • 1-week subscription • Free trial • 1-year subscription Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase confirmation. Subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Download TV Remote Universal Control now and transform your TV-watching experience!

Screenshots

Universal Remote4 screens
TV Remote Universal Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TV Remote Universal Control at 100% against Universal Remote's 0%. TV Remote Universal Control also leads on ratings volume (18 vs 2). Universal Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). 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. Universal Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Universal Control sells 5 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

Universal Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Universal Control has 18 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of Universal Remote's written reviews are positive against 100% of TV Remote Universal Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal Remote ships an update every 4 days, TV Remote Universal Control every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and August 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Universal Remote versus TV Remote Universal Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal RemoteTV Remote Universal Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.7 (18 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings218 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSon Nguyen MinhValery Sihai

Customer experience

Universal Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

TV Remote Universal Control

All ratings18 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Universal Remote

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly2 variants$9.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • Yearly3 Days trial$22.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$28.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$49.991 Year
One-time2
  • LifeTime$12.99
  • Lifetime Premium$41.99
5 purchases

TV Remote Universal Control

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Pro Access (+ trial period)3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro Access$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro Access7 Days trial$5.997 Days
Show 1 more
  • Yearly Pro Access$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Individual Lifetime Pro$39.99

Questions

Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Universal Control free?
TV Remote Universal Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal Remote or TV Remote Universal Control?
Universal Remote is rated higher. Universal Remote averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while TV Remote Universal Control averages 4.7 from 18 ratings.
Do Universal Remote or TV Remote Universal Control have ads?
Neither Universal Remote nor TV Remote Universal Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal Remote or TV Remote Universal Control?
Universal Remote ships an update every 4 days, and TV Remote Universal Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, Universal Remote was updated on September 8, 2026 and TV Remote Universal Control on August 23, 2026.

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