# Universal TV Remote Control 。 vs Universal TV Remote

The clearest difference is ads: Universal TV Remote Control 。 at none against Universal TV Remote's shown. Universal TV Remote Control 。 also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (41 vs 8). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control 。 sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Universal TV Remote Control 。 against 4.3 for Universal TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control 。 has 41 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Universal TV Remote Control 。 ships an update fortnightly, Universal TV Remote every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control 。 | Universal TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6736705175/reviews)** | [4.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smartctrl/id6740748603/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **41** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 9.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 96 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JokDev Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632609652) | [Nice Express](https://appshunter.io/developer/1300337847) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smartctrl/id6740748603)

Control all your smart TVs with a single app. Easily connect to devices on your Wi-Fi network for instant remote access. Features a touchpad, keyboard for typing, and quick launch buttons for streaming services.

**Highlights:** Control multiple smart TVs, Wi-Fi device discovery, Full remote functionality, Touchpad and keyboard input, Quick launch streaming apps, App launching from TV

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Remote for Roku Lifetime access | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control 。 free?

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

### Is Universal TV Remote free?

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control 。 is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control 。 averages 4.3 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Universal TV Remote averages 4.3 from 8 ratings.

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

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control 。 ships an update fortnightly, and Universal TV Remote every 4 months. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control 。 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Universal TV Remote on October 24, 2026.

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