# TV Remote Universal Control vs Smart Universal TV Remote

TV Remote Universal Control and Smart Universal TV Remote both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of TV Remote Universal Control's written reviews are positive against 50% of Smart Universal TV Remote's. TV Remote Universal Control also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Smart Universal TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Universal Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Smart Universal TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 — 4.6 for TV Remote Universal Control against 4.8 for Smart Universal TV Remote. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 25 and 36 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of TV Remote Universal Control's written reviews are positive against 50% of Smart Universal TV Remote's.

TV Remote Universal Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Smart Universal TV Remote every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Universal Control | Smart Universal TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6736831241/reviews) | **[4.8 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-universal-tv-remote/id6746399442/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 25 | **36** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 68 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Valery Sihai](https://appshunter.io/developer/1773363672) | [Sepia Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/424779886) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote Universal Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6736831241)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro Access (+ trial period) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Pro Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Individual Lifetime Pro | $39.99 | one-time |


### Smart Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-universal-tv-remote/id6746399442)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for various smart TVs and streaming devices. Easily control playback, navigate menus, and type with a full keyboard. Enjoy a seamless experience without needing extra hardware.

**Highlights:** Universal remote for 10+ brands, Zero-friction pairing, D-pad or swipe pad navigation, Full keyboard input, Auto-discovers devices, Privacy-focused

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote Control for TV - Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Remote Control for TV Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Universal Control free?

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

### Is Smart Universal TV Remote free?

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

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

Smart Universal TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote Universal Control averages 4.6 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Smart Universal TV Remote averages 4.8 from 36 ratings.

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

Neither TV Remote Universal Control nor Smart Universal TV Remote shows ads.

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

TV Remote Universal Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and Smart Universal TV Remote every 9 days. Most recently, TV Remote Universal Control was updated on October 30, 2026 and Smart Universal TV Remote on October 25, 2026.

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