Comparison

TvPilot 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

TvPilot

Transform your mobile device into a universal remote for your Smart TV. Effortlessly control channels, volume, apps, and navigate with a built-in keyboard, voice commands, and touchpad. Enjoy simplified browsing and fast searching without losing your physical remote.

Highlights
  • Smart TV remote control
  • Built-in keyboard for easy text input
  • Voice command functionality
  • Touchpad for cursor navigation
  • Gesture control for channels and volume
  • App and browser navigation
Features
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Transform your mobile device into a remote control for your Smart TV with TvPilot. Effortlessly manage channels, volume, apps, and more. Use the built-in keyboard, voice command and touchpad to operate your TV swiftly and seamlessly. Give it a try today! TvPilot: The ultimate remote control for your Smart TV. Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote. TvPilot’s universal remote app for Smart TVs provides complete functionality. You can easily navigate channels, adjust volume, access menus, use apps, and much more. The app even features an advanced keyboard and touchpad, making it faster and easier to operate your TV. Quickly input URLs or passwords and enjoy an upgraded remote experience. TvPilot is the best app for iPhone and iPad to control your TV and browse your favorite apps. Save time and effortlessly enter text in the browser or other applications. Access movies, music, and games with unparalleled ease and simplicity. Features: Control your Smart TV using gestures from your iPhone or iPad. TvPilot supports the latest Smart TV models. Effortlessly use apps on your TV with the app’s keyboard. This works perfectly in search bars, making it ideal for browsing websites or navigating apps. Operate your TV’s web browser, apps, and menus with the integrated touchpad, voice command and keyboard. Say goodbye to struggling with tiny buttons on the factory remote. Navigate the TV cursor with your fingertip using the touchpad. Manage channels, volume, searches, and apps with simple swipe gestures. Benefits: Simplified browsing Fast and efficient searching Never lose your remote again Save valuable time Reliable signal performance Environmentally friendly alternative Built with cutting-edge technology With TvPilot, using a keyboard on your Smart TV becomes a breeze. The keyboard appears automatically when needed, so you can focus on enjoying your favorite shows, movies, or news without interruptions. Control the cursor on your TV using the touchpad. Perform gestures on your iPhone or iPad to operate the TV’s web browser. Use swipe motions to adjust the volume or change the channel without taking your eyes off the screen! DISCLAIMER: This application is not affiliated with nor endorsed by any aforementioned brand, and it is not an official product of it or of its affiliates. Available in-app purchases: •⁠ ⁠1 week subscription •⁠ ⁠12 month subscription •⁠ ⁠Lifetime access Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon purchase confirmation. The total price for the selected package will be displayed on the payment page. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Renewal charges will be applied to your account within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage or cancel your subscriptions anytime through your account settings in the App Store. For more details, Privacy Policy: https://tvpilot.net/privacy.php , TOS: https://tvpilot.net/tos.php

About

Universal TV Remote Control +

Transform your smartphone into a wireless remote for all major smart TV brands. Control volume, channels, playback, and navigate apps with ease. Say goodbye to multiple remotes and enjoy seamless TV control.

Highlights
  • Universal compatibility with major smart TV brands
  • Wi-Fi remote control, no hardware needed
  • Volume and channel controls
  • Media playback controls
  • Virtual keyboard for text input
  • Auto-detects TV for quick setup
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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Lost your TV remote again? Take control in seconds — 100% free, no weekly subscription, no trial trap. Turn your iPhone into a universal remote for your Smart TV. Power on, adjust volume, switch channels, navigate menus, launch your favorite streaming apps and search by voice. No more dead batteries, no more hunting behind the couch — just tap and control. WHY CHOOSE THIS REMOTE - Truly free — no weekly charge, no forced trial, no surprise fees - Auto-Connect — reconnects to your last TV automatically, every time - Voice Search — find shows without typing on a clumsy on-screen keyboard - Fast setup — connects over your home WiFi, no extra hardware needed - Clean, simple design made for everyday use EVERYTHING YOU NEED - Power, volume, channels and input switching - D-Pad and touchpad navigation - Number pad for direct channel access - Full keyboard for fast typing - Media playback: play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, stop WORKS WITH MOST SMART TVs & STREAMING DEVICES - Samsung Smart TV - LG (WebOS / Netcast) - Sony Bravia - Roku TV - Amazon Fire TV & Fire Stick - Android TV & Google TV — including Philips, TCL, Xiaomi, Sharp, Hisense, Hitachi, Telefunken, Grundig and other Android TV models HOW TO START 1. Connect your phone and TV to the same WiFi network. 2. Open the app — your device is detected automatically. 3. Follow the on-screen pairing step if your TV asks for it, then control instantly. FAQ - Is it really free? Yes — control your TV for free, no subscription. - Do I need WiFi? Yes, phone and TV on the same network. - Will it work with my TV? Most modern WiFi Smart TVs and streaming devices are supported. Download Now – It's 100% Free Say goodbye to remote chaos and enjoy full TV control in your pocket. Universal TV Remote Control – built for convenience, designed for everyone. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Amazon, Google or any supported brand. It is a third-party tool designed to work with their platforms. Privacy Policy: http://www.universal-tv-remote.com/privacy-universal-remote.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TvPilot4 screens
Universal TV Remote Control +4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TvPilot at none against Universal TV Remote Control +'s shown. TvPilot also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). Universal TV Remote Control +'s advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (23 vs 4). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. TvPilot sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote Control + sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal TV Remote Control + holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control + has 23 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 90% of TvPilot's written reviews are positive against 83% of Universal TV Remote Control +'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TvPilot ships an update every 10 days, Universal TV Remote Control + monthly. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TvPilot versus Universal TV Remote Control +: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTvPilotUniversal TV Remote Control +
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (4 ratings)4.5 (23 ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.0% of reviews — better83.3% of reviews
Number of ratings423 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMobile VictoryAppAgency

Customer experience

TvPilot

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive90.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative0.0%

Universal TV Remote Control +

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

TvPilot

Subscriptions3
  • 3 Days Free Trial$3.997 Days
  • Yearly Offer$5.991 Year
  • TvPilot Pro.$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access.$39.99
3 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control +

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Remove Ads Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Ad-free Forever$29.99

Questions

Is TvPilot free?
TvPilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV Remote Control + free?
Universal TV Remote Control + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TvPilot or Universal TV Remote Control +?
Universal TV Remote Control + is rated higher. TvPilot averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control + averages 4.5 from 23 ratings.
Do TvPilot or Universal TV Remote Control + have ads?
Universal TV Remote Control + shows ads; TvPilot does not.
Which is updated more often, TvPilot or Universal TV Remote Control +?
TvPilot ships an update every 10 days, and Universal TV Remote Control + monthly. Most recently, TvPilot was updated on November 4, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control + on November 4, 2026.

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