# Universal TV Remote Control . vs TV Remote

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Universal TV Remote Control . at 11K against TV Remote's 4. TV Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and review sentiment (100% vs 86%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 TV Remote sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control . has 11K ratings behind it against 4, 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 100% of TV Remote's.

Universal TV Remote Control . ships an update every 2 weeks, TV Remote every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control . | TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6740205332/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6755019599/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 165 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apps Venture Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788899518) | [Mob do Brasil Tecnologia LTDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671597782) |

## 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


### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6755019599)

Transform your iPhone into a smart TV remote with quick pairing and full control. Navigate menus with gestures, access streaming apps instantly, and enjoy a clean interface. Say goodbye to lost remotes and dead batteries.

**Highlights:** Quick Wi-Fi pairing, Full control layout, Gesture navigation pad, Streaming app shortcuts, Haptic feedback, Dark mode interface

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control . free?

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

### Is TV Remote free?

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

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

TV Remote is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control . averages 4.8 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while TV Remote averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

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

Both Universal TV Remote Control . and TV Remote show ads.

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

Universal TV Remote Control . ships an update every 2 weeks, and TV Remote every 2 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control . was updated on November 5, 2026 and TV Remote on October 30, 2026.

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