Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control . vs Universal Remote

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

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote Control .

Transform your phone into a universal remote for smart TVs, streaming sticks, and set-top boxes. Control power, volume, navigation, and media playback effortlessly. Connects via Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Power ON/OFF
  • Volume Control
  • Dual Navigation Modes (Touchpad/D-pad)
  • Keyboard input for TV
  • Media Player and App Control
  • Numeric Keypad
  • Wi-Fi connection
Features
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TV Remote. Made Simple. Are you struggling with outdated remote controls? Say goodbye to frustration! Transform your phone into a universal remote for smart TV, streaming stick, or set-top box. No more juggling remotes, replacing dead batteries, or searching between couch cushions. Designed for simplicity, speed, and compatibility, our app works with an extensive range of TV devices from world’s top brands: * Roku, TLC, Amazon Fire TV, Vizio, Toshiba, Onn, Element * Samsung, LG, Google TV, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Sony Bravia * Hisense, Xiaomi, Changhong, Sharp, Telefunken, Orange, Hitachi and many more. Key Features: * Power ON/OFF directly from your phone or tablet. * Volume Control. Adjust volume, mute sound, or fine-tune audio output effortlessly. * Dual Navigation Modes. Switch between touchpad mode for swiping and D-pad mode for classic directional control. Navigate menus, apps, and settings with ease. * Keyboard. Enter text on your TV the smart way using your device’s keyboard. Perfect for typing search queries, passwords, and more. * Media Player and Apps Control. Manage playback with play, pause, rewind, and fast forward. Launch and control your favorite streaming apps right from your phone. * Numeric Keypad. Directly enter channel numbers using the built-in numpad for quick channel surfing. Quick Connection. Reliable Control. Our app is designed for quick pairing and instant use. Connect to your Smart TV or streaming device over your Wi-Fi network without any additional hardware or complex setup steps. Even if your physical remote is lost or broken, you can connect and control your device with ease. Optimized Interface Whether you're casually watching your favorite series or exploring advanced settings, our interface is crafted for comfort and precision. Every feature is designed to be intuitive and accessible, offering responsive, ergonomic controls that suit both everyday use and tech-savvy users. Ongoing Support and Compatibility We are dedicated to keeping our app up-to-date and compatible with the latest devices and OS updates. Our support team is always ready to assist if you need help or have questions. Reach us directly at support@appsventure.co. Legal Notice This app is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Hisense, TCL, Fire TV, or any of the mentioned brands. Brand names are used solely for compatibility reference. Privacy Policy: https://appsventure.co/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://appsventure.co/terms-of-use Download today and streamline your TV experience.

About

Universal Remote

Transform your iPhone into a Wi-Fi remote for compatible smart TVs and streaming devices. Control navigation, volume, channels, and media playback with ease. Supports Siri commands for hands-free operation.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi TV discovery
  • Siri command support
  • Navigation and media controls
  • Volume and channel adjustment
  • On-device credential storage
  • Wake compatible TVs
Features
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Turn your iPhone into one convenient remote for compatible smart TVs and streaming devices on your Wi-Fi network. Universal Remote discovers supported TVs on your local network and provides the controls you use most, including navigation, selection, home, back, volume, mute, channel controls, media controls, settings, and power. Supports Siri commands for things like navigation, power on/off, volume controls, channel controls and more. SUPPORTED TV PLATFORMS • Google TV and Android TV devices with the Google TV Remote Service • LG TVs running webOS • Vizio SmartCast TVs • Amazon Fire TV devices • Many many more, these are just the devices I've tested on so far! FEATURES • Automatic TV discovery over your local Wi-Fi network • Secure on-device pairing credential storage • Directional navigation and selection controls • Home, back, settings, and media controls • Volume, mute, and channel controls • Hold supported buttons to repeat commands • Light haptic feedback when pressing remote buttons • Remember previously connected TVs on each network • Wake compatible, previously configured TVs over your local network • No account required Your iPhone and TV must be connected to the same local network. Initial pairing may require entering a code displayed by the TV or approving the connection using the physical remote or the controls directly on your TV. Compatibility varies by manufacturer, model, software version, and network configuration. Devices that advertise Google Cast but do not provide a supported system remote service cannot be controlled through Google Cast alone. Universal Remote contains banner ads. Advertising privacy and tracking choices are presented in accordance with your device settings and applicable consent requirements. Google TV, Android TV, LG webOS, Vizio SmartCast, Amazon Fire TV, and other names are trademarks of their respective owners. Universal Remote is an independent application and is not endorsed by or affiliated with these companies.

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control .4 screens
Universal Remote3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Universal Remote at none against Universal TV Remote Control .'s 10. Universal Remote also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). Universal TV Remote Control .'s advantage is ratings volume (11K vs 4). On price, rating, ads 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. Universal TV Remote Control . sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Universal Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote Control . ships an update every 2 weeks, Universal Remote every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Universal TV Remote Control . versus Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control .Universal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (11K ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings11K — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size166 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApps Venture Inc.ISAAC GREGORY FARR

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote Control .

All ratings10,121 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews741 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral3.1%
Negative11.2%

Universal Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Universal TV Remote Control .

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Unable to connect to certain TV models
  • Cursor jumping issue on select/OK key

Requested features

2 requests
  • Compatibility with Apple TV
  • Ability to control more devices

Universal Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control .

Subscriptions8
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium - 7 Day Free Trial7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly (Family Plan)3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)3 Days trial$19.493 Months
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly (Family Plan)$29.991 Year
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)$35.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime (Family Plan)$29.99
  • Premium Remote (Family Plan)$39.99
None

Universal Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control . free?
Universal TV Remote Control . is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control . or Universal Remote?
Universal Remote is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control . averages 4.8 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Universal Remote averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote Control . or Universal Remote have ads?
Both Universal TV Remote Control . and Universal Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control . or Universal Remote?
Universal TV Remote Control . ships an update every 2 weeks, and Universal Remote every 2 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control . was updated on October 22, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 21, 2026.

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