# Stick Master vs Universal TV Remote Control 。

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV Remote Control 。 at none against Stick Master's shown. Universal TV Remote Control 。 also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and rating (4.3 vs 4.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stick Master sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote Control 。 sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote Control 。 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 81 and 41 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 9% and 9% positive.

Stick Master ships an update every 3 months, Universal TV Remote Control 。 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stick Master | Universal TV Remote Control 。 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (81 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-master-remote-control/id6736367450/reviews) | **[4.3 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6736705175/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **81** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | 9.1% of reviews | **9.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Miroslav Ciubinidze](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795058472) | [JokDev Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632609652) |

## What reviewers say

### Stick Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-master-remote-control/id6736367450)

Turn your smartphone into a versatile TV remote. Easily control channels, volume, and navigate menus with a touchpad, joystick, and keyboard. Offers wide compatibility for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Smartphone TV remote, Wide compatibility, Touchpad navigation, Joystick control, Integrated keyboard, Channel and volume adjustment

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stick Master - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Stick Master - Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Better than manufacturer remote
- 👍 Good when it works

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Doesn't work
- ❌ Charges without subscription
- ❌ App ghost
- ❌ Overpriced
- ❌ Paid but still ads

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work
- App asks to buy premium constantly
- App debited money without use
- App doesn't connect to TV
- App shows ads even after payment

**Requested features**

- Need to connect when TV is off
- Need to connect when phone is off


### Universal TV Remote Control 。

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6736705175)

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive TV remote. Control major brands wirelessly via Wi-Fi, manage channels, volume, and launch streaming services. Includes an internet speed test and media casting feature.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi TV control, Full remote functionality, Internet speed testing, Cast media to TV, Quick streaming app launch

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

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| TV Remote Promo Week Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Week | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Month | $11.99 | per month |
| TV Remote Month Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium Year | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Year Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Year | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Year | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stick Master free?

Stick Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Universal TV Remote Control 。 free?

Universal TV Remote Control 。 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Stick Master or Universal TV Remote Control 。?

Universal TV Remote Control 。 is rated higher. Stick Master averages 4.0 out of 5 from 81 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control 。 averages 4.3 from 41 ratings.

### Do Stick Master or Universal TV Remote Control 。 have ads?

Stick Master shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control 。 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Stick Master or Universal TV Remote Control 。?

Stick Master ships an update every 3 months, and Universal TV Remote Control 。 fortnightly. Most recently, Stick Master was updated on September 21, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control 。 on September 18, 2026.

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