Comparison

Console Remote vs Remote Control TV

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

Head to head
About

Console Remote

Transform your iPad or iPhone into a powerful PS5 remote play device. Experience console-quality gaming with ultra-low latency, 3K HDR streaming, and full DualSense controller support. Play your favorite games anywhere, anytime.

Highlights
  • Ultra-low latency streaming
  • 3K HDR video output
  • Full DualSense controller support
  • Optimized rendering engine
  • Advanced upscaling and sampling
  • Professional color space options
  • AirPods optimized audio
Features
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Turn Your iPad and iPhone into the Ultimate PS5 Streaming Companion! Console Remote is a powerful remote play tool built specifically for iPad and iPhone, designed to deliver a premium PlayStation 5 streaming experience. With ultra-low latency, 3K resolution, and full DualSense controller support, it transforms your iPad and iPhone into a true PS5 companion-anytime, anywhere. Whether you are on the couch, in bed, or on the go, enjoy console-quality gameplay directly on your iPad and iPhone. Key Features Ultra-low Latency Mode New synchronization engine, experience near-zero delay. Perfect sync with iPad and iPhone refresh rate for smooth, responsive gameplay. 3K HDR Video Streaming Enjoy enhanced visuals with up to 3K resolution HDR, powered by advanced super-resolution and image upsampling technologies. Frame Generation Technology Supports interpolation from 30 FPS to 60 FPS and from 60 FPS to 120 FPS. With intelligent motion frame interpolation and frame timing optimization, it delivers smoother gameplay while maintaining stable and natural visual quality. Full DualSense Controller Support Connect via native Bluetooth with full support for adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, touchpad, and gyroscope. Optimized Rendering Engine Built on Apple Metal and Audio Unit for high-performance video and audio rendering with reduced power consumption. Advanced Upscaling & Sampling Choose from low, medium, or high sampling modes to boost image clarity without sacrificing performance. Professional Color Space Support Switch between sRGB, Display P3, and Adobe RGB for accurate color tuning based on your screen. AirPods Optimized Audio Enjoy stable, low-latency wireless audio with seamless AirPods integration. MetalHUD Performance Monitor Full implementation of Apple MetalHUD, providing real-time monitoring of FPS, GPU, and memory usage. Requirements Virtual Touchpad and Virtual Controller Supports either a standalone virtual touchpad or a full virtual controller. Open [Virtual Control] > Check [Virtual Touchpad] or [Virtual Controller]. Remote Streaming Configure port forwarding on your router for ports 9295, 9296, 9297 and 9302 (UDP/TCP), or directly enable DMZ. Enable UPnP on your router. Open [Connect Device] > [PS5-Local] > [Edit] > [Connect Channel] > Select [Remote Connect]. Network Environment To avoid lag or pixelation, please follow the recommendations below Connect using a Wi-Fi 6 5GHz network Set your router channel to 149 (or 44 for EU/JP users) For improved stability, disable Location Services in your iPad and iPhone system settings Devices PlayStation 5 console DualSense wireless controller (third-party controllers are not officially supported) Systems iPad and iPhone running iOS 17.0 or higher, can work perfectly. Terms of Service https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Disclaimer PS5, PS4, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, DualShock, DualSense and PSN are trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Console Remote is in no way endorsed by or affiliated with Sony Computer Entertainment lnc, or any associated subsidiaries, logos or trademarks.

About

Remote Control TV

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal smart TV remote. Easily control any TV on your Wi-Fi network with instant pairing, a complete layout, and smart features like a trackpad and keyboard. Enjoy seamless control without extra hardware.

Highlights
  • Instant Wi-Fi pairing
  • Complete remote layout
  • Smart trackpad and gestures
  • Built-in keyboard for typing
  • Dynamic Island and Lock-Screen widgets
  • Multiple TV profiles
  • Dark and Light modes
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a lightning‑fast remote for any Smart TV—no more juggling remotes, no more dead batteries. Meet Universal TV Remote Control, the easiest way to command every TV in your home (and hotel room!) from one sleek app. Simply connect your iOS device to the same Wi‑Fi network as the TV and you’re ready to tap, swipe, or speak your way to perfect control. Key Features Instant Pairing – Auto‑discovers all compatible TVs on your Wi‑Fi network in seconds. Complete Remote Layout – Power, volume, channels, input switch, and quick‑launch app buttons—beautifully arranged for one‑hand use. Smart Trackpad & Gestures – Swipe to navigate menus or use two‑finger scrolling on compatible TVs. Built‑in Keyboard – Type search terms and passwords on your phone instead of pecking at on‑screen keys. Dynamic Island & Lock‑Screen Widgets – Change volume or pause playback without unlocking your device. Multiple‑TV Profiles – Save and rename every set in the house (or office) for instant switching. Dark & Light Modes – Adapts to your system theme for effortless viewing at night. How It Works: — Make sure your TV and iPhone/iPad are on the same Wi‑Fi network. — Open the app; your TV appears instantly. — Tap to pair—done! No extra hardware, IR blaster, or cables required. Why You’ll Love It: — Zero Lag – Commands are sent over Wi‑Fi for near‑instant response. — Travel Friendly – Works on hotel networks that allow device discovery. — Energy Saver – Uses a fraction of the power of an infrared remote. — Privacy First – We never collect your viewing data or personal content. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EHaJ-Fw5iM2cexKKxs4RVH1dcmdMD20iLYV_IQ27mho/edit?usp=sharing End‑User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: oriummastin@gmail.com

Screenshots

Console Remote4 screens
Remote Control TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Remote Control TV at Free against Console Remote's $7.99. Remote Control TV also leads on ratings volume (103 vs 12) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). Console Remote's advantage is review sentiment (64% vs 25%) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). On rating, ads 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

Remote Control TV is free to download; Console Remote costs $7.99 up front. Remote Control TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Console Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Console Remote against 4.4 for Remote Control TV. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Control TV has 103 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Console Remote's written reviews are positive against 25% of Remote Control TV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Console Remote ships an update every 3 days, Remote Control TV every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Console Remote versus Remote Control TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConsole RemoteRemote Control TV
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (12 ratings)4.4 (103 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12103 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#83 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer莼乾 沈Caitlyn,N Mackos

Customer experience

Console Remote

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive63.6%
Neutral3.9%
Negative32.5%

Remote Control TV

All ratings103 ratings
Positive85.4%
Neutral2.9%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

None

Console Remote

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Remote Control TV

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly with Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • LifetimeFree

Questions

Is Console Remote free?
Console Remote costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Control TV free?
Remote Control TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Console Remote or Remote Control TV?
Remote Control TV is rated higher. Console Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Remote Control TV averages 4.4 from 103 ratings.
Do Console Remote or Remote Control TV have ads?
Neither Console Remote nor Remote Control TV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Console Remote or Remote Control TV?
Console Remote ships an update every 3 days, and Remote Control TV every 3 weeks. Most recently, Console Remote was updated on September 25, 2026 and Remote Control TV on August 31, 2026.

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