Comparison

AI Universal TV Remote Control vs Countfie

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

Head to head
About

AI Universal TV Remote Control

Control all your Smart TVs and TV sticks from one intuitive app. Effortlessly manage channels, apps, and media playback with seamless connection and dual navigation options.

Highlights
  • Universal Smart TV compatibility
  • Dual navigation (touchpad & buttons)
  • TV app management
  • Media playback control
  • Automatic connection
  • Numpad channel switching
Features
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Universal TV Remote: Master Your TV Viewing Experience Instantly Say goodbye to fumbling for remotes and clunky interfaces. With our Universal TV Remote, you control all kinds of Smart-TVs and TV sticks from any manufacturer using your iPhone or iPad – all with one sleek, intuitive app. Whether you're switching channels, managing TV apps, or adjusting media controls, our app makes your viewing experience effortless. Key Features • Universal Compatibility: Effortlessly control Smart-TVs and TV sticks from all major manufacturers. • Dual Navigation: Navigate your TV with both an intuitive touchpad and traditional navigation buttons for ultimate flexibility. • TV Apps Management: Easily manage and launch your favorite TV apps without the hassle of multiple remotes. • Media Control: Take command of your media playback and sound settings with just a few taps. • Seamless Connection: Enjoy automatic connection to your TV for quick and reliable setup every time. • Numpad Navigation: Switch channels and input numbers fast with a dedicated numpad designed for convenience. Start Controlling Your TV Viewing Experience Today! Download Universal TV Remote now and transform your TV-watching experience with a virtual remote that puts all your devices at your fingertips. Disclaimer: This application is not affiliated with nor endorsed by any TV manufacturer. Subscription Information Unlock premium features with our subscription plans: • Weekly Subscription • Monthly Subscription • Yearly Subscription Subscription Details: • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. By using this app, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: • Privacy Policy: https://exploreapps.co/privacy_policy.txt • Terms of Use: https://exploreapps.co/term_of_use.txt P.S. We are constantly working to improve your experience. If you have any suggestions or encounter any issues, please reach out to us at support@exploreapps.co.

About

Countfie

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How many days until Christmas? Countfie answers before you even unlock your phone. Big, bold countdowns on your Lock Screen and Home Screen for every holiday, trip and moment you can't wait for. HOLIDAYS, READY TO GO Over 20 holidays come with the correct date every year: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Diwali, Lunar New Year, Ramadan and more. Tap once and you're counting. FOR YOUR OWN BIG DAYS - Birthday, wedding, anniversary and baby due date - Vacation, flight, road trip and honeymoon - Concert, exam, game day and job interview - Any custom event you want WIDGETS EVERYWHERE - Home Screen widgets in small, medium and large - Lock Screen widgets: ring, gauge, minimal, rectangular and inline - Any emoji as your countdown's symbol - "Up next" widget shows your closest event MORE THAN A NUMBER - Live countdown with days, hours, minutes and seconds - Notes and a progress bar for each event - Reminders before the big day - Share cards for stories, posts and wallpapers - Widget styles: Solid, Light, Dark and Paper LIVE TIMERS (PREMIUM) Countdowns for the next few minutes, ticking on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island: - Gym rest timer and work/rest intervals with rounds - Cooking presets for eggs, pasta and rice - Focus sessions with breaks, tea, plank, meditation and brushing teeth - Any custom time, with sound and haptics at every round and at the end - Quick start widgets for your favorite timers COUNTFIE PREMIUM Your first week is free, with 1 countdown. After that, Countfie needs Premium: a subscription or a one-time purchase. Premium unlocks: - Unlimited countdowns - Seasonal widget themes: Holiday, Bubblegum, Autumn, Winter Arc - Your own photo as a widget background - Number fonts and text colors - 10 extra colors plus any color you pick - Count up mode for "days since" moments - Live timers on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island - New seasonal themes as they arrive Choose monthly, yearly with a 3-day free trial, or pay once. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. The free trial converts to a paid yearly subscription unless canceled before it ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account, no sign up. Your countdowns stay on your device. Terms of Use: https://www.countfie.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.countfie.com/privacy

Screenshots

AI Universal TV Remote Control4 screens
Countfie4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Countfie at every 3 days against AI Universal TV Remote Control's monthly. AI Universal TV Remote Control's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. AI Universal TV Remote Control sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Countfie sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AI Universal TV Remote Control ships an update monthly, Countfie every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AI Universal TV Remote Control versus Countfie: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAI Universal TV Remote ControlCountfie
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (141 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings141 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEXPLOREAPPS SP Z O ONatalia Tomala

In-app purchases

4 purchases

AI Universal TV Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • TV Remote Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • TV Remote Premium$3.997 Days
  • TV Remote Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro Plan$34.99
3 purchases

Countfie

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium, Pay Once$14.99

Questions

Is AI Universal TV Remote Control free?
AI Universal TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Countfie free?
Countfie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AI Universal TV Remote Control or Countfie have ads?
Neither AI Universal TV Remote Control nor Countfie shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AI Universal TV Remote Control or Countfie?
AI Universal TV Remote Control ships an update monthly, and Countfie every 3 days. Most recently, AI Universal TV Remote Control was updated on October 30, 2026 and Countfie on November 1, 2026.

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