Comparison

Smart Remote Control for TV・ vs TV Remote

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

TV Remote

Features
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Control your TV from your phone — no extra hardware, no hassle. TV Remote Control turns your iPhone into a fast, reliable remote for your Smart TV. It connects over your home Wi-Fi, so there's nothing to plug in and no infrared needed. Lost your remote, or just want everything on one screen? You're covered. WORKS WITH YOUR TV • Samsung Smart TV (Tizen) • LG Smart TV (webOS) • Android TV & Google TV EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE REMOTE • Power on/off, volume, mute, and channel controls • Full directional pad with OK/Select for easy navigation • Home, Back, and Menu buttons • Media keys — play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, and stop • Number pad for quick channel entry SET UP IN SECONDS • Automatically finds compatible TVs on your Wi-Fi network • Simple on-screen pairing — just confirm on your TV • Saves your TVs so you can reconnect with one tap APP SHORTCUTS • Pin your favorite TV apps for instant launching • Add custom shortcuts tailored to your setup BUILT TO FEEL GREAT • Clean, modern interface that's quick and responsive • Light and dark themes • Available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your TVs, settings, and pairing data stay on your device. The app talks directly to your TV on your local network — there's no account to create and no remote-control activity sent to us. GOOD TO KNOW • Your phone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. • This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Google, or any TV manufacturer. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Download TV Remote Control and take charge of your Smart TV today.

Screenshots

Smart Remote Control for TV・4 screens
TV Remote1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TV Remote at 13.0 against Smart Remote Control for TV・'s 15.0. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Smart Remote Control for TV・ versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Remote Control for TV・TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (5 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings5 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB29 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperMarek PetrovHAFIDA EL MAJDAOUI

In-app purchases

None

Smart Remote Control for TV・

No in-app purchases

None

TV Remote

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 TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Smart Remote Control for TV・ or TV Remote have ads?
Neither Smart Remote Control for TV・ nor TV Remote shows ads.

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