# Universal TV Remote Control . vs AFS TV Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote Control . at 86% against AFS TV Remote's 43%. Universal TV Remote Control . also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). AFS TV Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control . sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and AFS TV Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote Control . holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control . has 11K ratings behind it against 846, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Universal TV Remote Control .'s written reviews are positive against 43% of AFS TV Remote's.

Universal TV Remote Control . ships an update every 2 weeks, AFS TV Remote every 4 months. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control . | AFS TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6740205332/reviews)** | [4.5 (846 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afs-tv-remote/id6741801805/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 846 |
| Positive reviews | **85.7% of reviews** | 43.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 165 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apps Venture Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788899518) | [Jeroen Bakker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1872124902) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control .

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6740205332)

Transform your phone into a universal remote for smart TVs and streaming devices. Control power, volume, navigation, and apps with an intuitive interface. Connects easily over Wi-Fi without extra hardware.

**Highlights:** Power ON/OFF, Volume Control, Dual Navigation Modes (Touchpad/D-pad), Keyboard Input, Media Player Control, App Launching, Numeric Keypad

**Features:** Family Sharing, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - 7 Day Free Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly (Family Plan) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $19.49 | per 3 months |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly (Family Plan) | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $35.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime (Family Plan) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Premium Remote (Family Plan) | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Seamless connectivity
- 🚀 Quick and easy to use
- 💡 Versatile functionality
- 👍 Visually appealing UI

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Select/OK key not working
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect to certain TV models
- Cursor jumping issue on select/OK key

**Requested features**

- Compatibility with Apple TV
- Ability to control more devices


### AFS TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afs-tv-remote/id6741801805)

Transform your smartphone into a powerful remote control for your streaming devices. Easily manage playback, navigate menus, and enter text with an intuitive interface. It's a convenient solution for controlling your home entertainment from your phone.

**Highlights:** Full remote control (power, volume, navigation), Quick access to apps and streaming services, On-screen keyboard for text entry, Smooth Wi-Fi connection, User-friendly interface, Replacement for lost physical remotes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fire Stick Smart Controller | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire Stick TV Remote Universal | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire Stick TV Remote Universal | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire Stick Smart Controller | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire Stick Smart Controller | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire Stick TV Remote Universal | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Fire Stick Smart Controller | $19.99 | per month |
| Fire Stick Smart Controller | $29.99 | per month |
| Fire Stick TV Remote Universal | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control . free?

Universal TV Remote Control . is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AFS TV Remote free?

AFS TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control . or AFS TV Remote?

Universal TV Remote Control . is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control . averages 4.8 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while AFS TV Remote averages 4.5 from 846 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control . or AFS TV Remote have ads?

Universal TV Remote Control . shows ads; AFS TV Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control . or AFS TV Remote?

Universal TV Remote Control . ships an update every 2 weeks, and AFS TV Remote every 4 months. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control . was updated on November 5, 2026 and AFS TV Remote on November 5, 2026.

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