# Universal TV Remote Control . vs Universal Remote

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control . | Universal 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/universal-remote-no-sub/id6794811842/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 166 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apps Venture Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788899518) | [ISAAC GREGORY FARR](https://appshunter.io/developer/6794811844) |

## 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, 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:** Family Sharing

**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


### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-no-sub/id6794811842)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked 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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