Comparison

TV Remote Controller Universal vs Universal Smart

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Controller Universal

Features
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Transform your iPhone into a powerful universal remote control for 70+ TV brands. Control Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, Vizio, Hisense, Philips, Panasonic, TCL, and many more — all from one app. Key Features: • Universal Remote: Control 70+ TV brands with a single app • Media Casting: Cast photos and videos from your phone directly to your TV • Auto Discovery: Automatically finds TVs on your WiFi network • Voice Input: Use voice commands to type on your TV • Sleep Timer: Set your TV to turn off automatically • Quick Connect: Instant pairing via WiFi — no setup required • Full Control: Power, volume, channels, navigation, input source, and more • App Launcher: Launch Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and other streaming apps Supported Brands: Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, Google TV, Fire TV, Vizio, Hisense, Philips, Panasonic, TCL, Sharp, Toshiba, Xiaomi, Haier, JVC, Insignia, Grundig, Bang & Olufsen, Skyworth, Hitachi, Sanyo, Magnavox, Element, Westinghouse, Changhong, Konka, Loewe, Metz, Telefunken, Onn, Sceptre, RCA, Thomson, Blaupunkt, Kogan, Vestel, Medion, Aiwa, Polaroid, Emerson, AOC, Daewoo, Hyundai, Nokia, Realme, OnePlus, Finlux, Sylvania, Proscan, Vu, Micromax, Coby, Orion, Dyon, Nevir, Engel, Cello, Linsar, Seiki, Funai, Sansui, Alba, Bush, Technika, Luxor, Digihome, Logik, Polarline, CHiQ, and more. Simple Setup: 1. Connect your iPhone to the same WiFi as your TV 2. Open the app — your TV is found automatically 3. Start controlling your TV instantly Works with Smart TVs connected to your WiFi network. Supports Samsung, LG webOS, Roku, Sony Bravia, Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, and many more platforms. You can upgrade to Premium with subscription options: • Annual subscription: $59.99 • Weekly subscription: $4.99 • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Privacy Policy: https://www.mobilealchemy.co/privacy-policy.html Terms of Service: https://www.mobilealchemy.co/terms-of-service.html

About

Universal Smart

Control your smart TV and streaming devices with your phone. This app automatically connects over Wi-Fi to offer a full remote layout, keyboard for easy typing, and quick launch buttons for popular streaming services.

Highlights
  • Automatic Wi-Fi connection
  • Full remote control layout
  • Phone keyboard for typing
  • One-tap streaming shortcuts
  • Compatible with major smart TV brands
  • Control from any room on Wi-Fi
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Lost your TV remote? ROMOT is a universal remote app for Roku, TCL, Hisense, Samsung and LG Smart TVs — connects automatically over Wi-Fi in seconds, no setup needed. Control your Smart TV from your iPhone with the full remote layout, phone keyboard for fast typing, and one-tap shortcuts for Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video and Disney+. Why ROMOT beats your physical remote: - Auto-Detects Your TV Instantly — connects to Roku, TCL, Hisense, Samsung and LG Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi in seconds. - Full Remote Controls — navigate, play, pause, fast-forward, rewind, volume. Every button from your physical remote. - Phone Keyboard — type titles and log into apps at full speed. No more letter-by-letter on screen. - One-Tap Streaming Shortcuts — launch Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+ and more instantly. - Works Anywhere — no pointing required. Control from any room on the same Wi-Fi network. Compatible with: Roku TV · Roku Streaming Stick · Roku Express · TCL Roku TV · Hisense Roku TV · Samsung Smart TV · LG Smart TV · Sharp · ONN · Philips This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roku, Samsung, LG, TCL or any TV manufacturer. All brand names are trademarks of their respective owners. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MYcFotTax6Cjw44-5BzHQR06HUZfuyBHILm9bue7okU/edit?tab=t.0 Terms and Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15nTlNcfLUgmVlV2JGBNiNpVzO9AOoqdaASAnYJmTYFQ/edit?tab=t.0 Subscription Details: -Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of confirmation of purchase (or after any applicable free trial period). -Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off 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, at the same price as your initial plan. - You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal anytime by going to your Account Settings in the App Store after purchase. -Any unused portion of a free trial (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. If you need any support, feel free to contact us at phantomapps00@gmail.com

Screenshots

TV Remote Controller Universal4 screens
Universal Smart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote Controller Universal at none against Universal Smart's shown. TV Remote Controller Universal also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). Universal Smart's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. TV Remote Controller Universal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Universal Smart sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Controller Universal ships an update every 4 days, Universal Smart every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote Controller Universal versus Universal Smart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Controller UniversalUniversal Smart
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMOBILE ALCHEMY LTDUmer Javed

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TV Remote Controller Universal

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Yearly$59.991 Year
4 purchases

Universal Smart

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Roku TV Remote Controller3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Universal Remote — Pay As You Go7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Yearly Smart TV Remote Control$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Universal TV Remote Pro$39.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Controller Universal free?
TV Remote Controller Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Smart free?
Universal Smart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote Controller Universal or Universal Smart have ads?
Universal Smart shows ads; TV Remote Controller Universal does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Controller Universal or Universal Smart?
TV Remote Controller Universal ships an update every 4 days, and Universal Smart every 10 days. Most recently, TV Remote Controller Universal was updated on October 7, 2026 and Universal Smart on October 14, 2026.

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