Comparison

Smart Remote Control for TV・ vs Universal TV Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

Smart Remote Control for TV・

Transform your smartphone into a universal TV remote. This app consolidates multiple remotes into one intuitive interface, offering expanded functionality and a user-friendly design for simplified entertainment control.

Highlights
  • Consolidate multiple remotes
  • Intuitive interface
  • Expanded functionality
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Keypad input
  • Wide compatibility
Features
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Ready to simplify your entertainment? Take control of your TV viewing experience like never before. Download the remote app now and turn your smartphone into the perfect home entertainment companion. Convenience at your fingertips: Replace multiple remotes with one easy-to-use app. Save time and space: No more searching for lost remotes or juggling different controllers. Expanded functionality: Access features and options that may not be available on traditional remotes. User-friendly design: Elegant, intuitive interface makes it easy to navigate your devices. Wide compatibility, easy setup, touchpad navigation, keypad input and more. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Helpful Links: App Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J2nOwy74dfFXIkiX6jnNpQ3w9L5vq8DkqfdqQ-2O-xo/edit?usp=sharing App Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x7URCdIW1srctXRrciRgr0DNHOkO3dwO3xeJY-iG2Ms/edit?usp=sharing

About

Universal TV Remote Control

Control your smart TV with your phone. Connects easily over Wi-Fi to manage power, volume, channels, and apps on a wide range of brands. Offers touchpad and D-pad navigation for a smooth experience.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Wide brand compatibility
  • Touchpad and D-pad navigation
  • Smart TV keyboard input
  • App launcher
  • Media player controls
Features
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Universal TV Remote Control – Smart, Fast & Easy. Easy Set-Up Connect in seconds — no codes, no pairing headaches, and no physical remote required. Our Universal TV Remote Control app automatically detects compatible Smart TVs, Roku devices, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV and more on your Wi-Fi network for instant control. Wide Compatibility Our Universal Smart TV Remote works seamlessly with all major global and local TV brands, including Samsung, LG webOS, Sony, Sony Bravia, Philips, Panasonic, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Xiaomi, Hitachi, Telefunken, Orange and dozens of other models. Innovative & Intuitive UI Experience a modern, responsive interface combining both touchpad navigation and D-pad controls. Whether you prefer gesture swipes or classic directional buttons, you can easily access essential functions like volume control, channel number pad, keyboard input, mute, power, app launcher and full media player controls — all designed for smooth, fast, Smart TV navigation. Key Features: • Power ON/OFF Turn your Smart TV on or off directly from your iPhone or iPad (Wake-on-LAN supported on compatible models). • Volume & Sound Control Adjust volume, mute audio, and fine-tune sound settings effortlessly with precise, responsive controls. • Dual Navigation Modes Choose between a smooth touchpad remote for swiping gestures or a classic D-pad remote for easy, accurate navigation through menus, apps, and settings. • Smart TV Keyboard Input Type search queries, usernames, and passwords instantly using your device’s built-in keyboard — faster and easier than any physical remote. • Media Player & App Control Control playback with play, pause, rewind, and fast-forward, and launch popular Smart TV apps directly from your phone for quick access. Legal Notice This application is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Hisense, TCL, Fire TV, or any other mentioned brand. All brand names and trademarks are used only to indicate device compatibility. Privacy Policy: https://thecrazythings.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://thecrazythings.com/terms.html Download now and simplify your Smart TV experience.

Screenshots

Smart Remote Control for TV・4 screens
Universal TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote Control at 4.3 against Smart Remote Control for TV・'s 2.6. Universal TV Remote Control also leads on ratings volume (67 vs 5). Smart Remote Control for TV・'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control has 67 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Smart Remote Control for TV・ versus Universal TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Remote Control for TV・Universal TV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (5 ratings)4.3 (67 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—72.7% of reviews
Number of ratings567 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB11 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperMarek PetrovAbdellah Moukarrame

Customer experience

Smart Remote Control for TV・

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

Universal TV Remote Control

All ratings64 ratings
Positive82.8%
Neutral1.6%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%

In-app purchases

None

Smart Remote Control for TV・

No in-app purchases

None

Universal TV Remote Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smart Remote Control for TV・ free?
Smart Remote Control for TV・ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal TV Remote Control free?
Universal TV Remote Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Smart Remote Control for TV・ or Universal TV Remote Control?
Universal TV Remote Control is rated higher. Smart Remote Control for TV・ averages 2.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control averages 4.3 from 67 ratings.
Do Smart Remote Control for TV・ or Universal TV Remote Control have ads?
Universal TV Remote Control shows ads; Smart Remote Control for TV・ does not.

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