Universal Control vs TV Remote・Universal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Universal Control
Control your smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app offers seamless navigation, media casting, and screen mirroring without needing extra hardware. It's a convenient solution for managing your TV experience.
- Smart Auto-Detection
- Smooth Navigation Touchpad
- Quick Channel Access
- On-Screen Keyboard
- Media Casting
- Screen Mirroring
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Universal Remote for TV – Smart & Simple Control Control your Smart TV from your iPhone or iPad. Enjoy smooth navigation, media casting, and screen mirroring with no extra hardware required. Universal Control - TV Remote is the perfect solution for controlling your Smart TV. Whether you’ve misplaced your TV Remote or want a more convenient way to navigate, this Remote For TV app provides a seamless and user-friendly experience. *COMPATIBLE* Our Universal TV Remote Control app is compatible with most major Smart TV brands and popular streaming devices. With its intuitive interface, quick connectivity, and powerful features, the Universal Remote for TV app lets you switch channels, adjust volume, stream media, and navigate menus—all from your mobile device. *Key features of Universal TV Remote Control* - Smart Auto-Detection – Instantly finds compatible Smart TVs on the same Wi-Fi network. - Work with Brands – Works with most popular TV brands - Smooth Navigation – Use a large touchpad for easy menu browsing. - Quick Channel Access – Launch your favorite channels with a single tap. - On Screen Keyboard – Search and type without a physical remote. - Favorite Channels – Save frequently watched channels for quick access. - Works with Supported Smart TVs – Compatible with select TV brands. *Unlimited casting and mirroring* Cast & Mirror any media from your device to your Smart TV without restrictions. Enjoy real-time Screen Mirroring from your Phone to the smart TV—watch videos, view photos, and play games without interruptions with the premium version. - Web Video Casting - Screen Mirroring - Media Casting - Supported Channels - Play music on TV speakers – Enjoy high-quality sound through your TV. *How to connect* - Ensure your iPhone/iPad and Smart TV are on the same Wi-Fi network. - Open Universal Control - TV Remote and let it detect your TV. - Tap to connect and start controlling your TV instantly. - No extra hardware or complicated setup. *Why Choose Universal Tv Remote - Cast To Tv!!* - No More Lost Remotes – Your iPhone is always within reach. - One App for Multiple TVs – Works with supported Smart TVs. - Fast & Responsive – Instant connection without lag. - User-Friendly Interface – Simple design for all ages. - Regular Updates & Support – Stay up to date with the latest features. Important Notes - Your Smart TV & iPhone/iPad must be on the same Wi-Fi network for this app to work. - Some TV models may require additional setup for advanced features. - Download Now & Take Full Control of Your Smart TV!
TV Remote・Universal
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Turn your phone into a universal TV remote. TV Remote・Universal controls your smart TV and streaming devices right from your phone no extra hardware, no setup headaches. Lost the remote, out of batteries, or just want everything in one place? Point, tap, done. Works with your TV Samsung • LG (webOS) • Android TV / Google TV • Roku • Sony • and other AirPlay- and DLNA-compatible devices. Keep your phone and TV on the same Wi‑Fi and the app finds your TV automatically or add it manually by IP address. Full navigation D‑pad with up, down, left, right, and OK Back, Home, and Menu Guide, Info, and Exit Color buttons (red, green, yellow, blue) Volume & channels Volume up, volume down, and mute Channel up and down Channel list and previous‑channel jump Number pad (0–9) and dash for direct channel entry Playback controls Play, pause, and stop Rewind and fast‑forward Record (on supported Samsung TVs) Type and search the easy way On‑screen keyboard type searches and logins from your phone instead of pecking at on‑screen letters Trackpad & mouse Swipe trackpad for smooth, gesture‑based navigation Free‑cursor mouse mode on LG webOS glide a pointer and tap to click Apps & inputs Launch your apps jump straight into them Switch inputs and sources (HDMI, TV, and beyond) Cast to the big screen Send your own photos and videos from your phone to your TV Power Power off Power on over Wi‑Fi with Wake‑on‑LAN Handy extras Quick tools like sleep timer, aspect ratio, captions/subtitles, ambient mode, and favorites (varies by TV brand) Satisfying haptic feedback on every press Clean, fast, one‑handed dark design Private by design No account. No ads. No tracking. The app talks to your TV over your local network and keeps your connections on your device. By downloading or using TV Remote・Universal, you agree to our Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.viberzlabllc.com/remotecontrol/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.viberzlabllc.com/remotecontrol/privacy-policy Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ TV Remote・Universal is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Samsung, LG, Google, Roku, Sony. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Questions or feedback? contact@viberzlabllc.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: TV Remote・Universal at every 5 days against Universal Control's every 2 months. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Universal Control sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and TV Remote・Universal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Universal Control ships an update every 2 months, TV Remote・Universal every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 4, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Universal Control | TV Remote・Universal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anwar Kamal | Viberzlab LLC |
In-app purchases
Universal Control
- weekly subscription$3.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
- Upgrade to Premium (Weekly)$1.99
- Upgrade to Premium (Monthly)$6.99
- Lifetime Premium$29.99
TV Remote・Universal
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Yearly Subscription$34.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$44.99
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