Comparison

Remote TV vs Universal TV Remote Controls *

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

Head to head
About

Remote TV

Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into the ultimate Universal Smart TV Remote Control. Effortlessly navigate, cast media, and control your Smart TVs over Wi-Fi without needing physical remotes, tangled cables, or battery changes. Designed with precision tactile feedback, fluid touchpad navigation, and instant Wi-Fi reconnection, Remote TV gives you complete control over your home entertainment. ◆ UNIVERSAL BRAND COMPATIBILITY • LG Smart TVs (webOS & NetCast) — with full Magic Remote and air-pointer support • Samsung Smart TVs (Tizen & Smart View) • Roku Streaming Players & Roku TVs (TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Philips) • Google TV & Smart TV systems (Sony BRAVIA, Xiaomi, Philips, Panasonic, TCL) • Apple TV & generic Smart TV streaming receivers ◆ KEY FEATURES & HIGHLIGHTS • Instant Wi-Fi Auto-Discovery: Detects your TV on the home network in less than a second. • LG Magic Stick & Gyro Air Mouse: Shake or drag to glide an on-screen cursor across apps and menus. • Precision Virtual Touchpad: Smooth gesture navigation for effortless web browsing and app scrolling. • 3D Tactile Remote Controls: Responsive buttons with haptic vibration and sound clicks matching physical remotes. • Direct Number & Playback Controls: Dedicated 123 number keypad, volume and channel rockers, mute, and input source selectors. • Easy Text & Voice Input: Type searches, passwords, and YouTube queries instantly using your phone keyboard. • Multi-Media Casting: Stream personal photos, home videos, and movies directly to your TV screen in high definition with continuous background playback. • Quick App Launcher: Launch YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Spotify, and local streaming apps with a single tap. • Multi-TV Management: Easily switch between living room, bedroom, and kitchen TVs without re-pairing. ◆ HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect your iPhone and Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open the app and select your TV from the quick discovery list. 3. Accept the one-time pairing prompt on your TV screen (or enter the on-screen PIN). 4. Enjoy instant, seamless control of your Smart TV! ◆ PRIVACY FIRST We respect your privacy. Remote TV communicates directly with your Smart TV inside your local Wi-Fi network. No personal photos, media files, passwords, or TV viewing habits are ever stored on external servers or shared with third parties. ---------------------------------- SUBSCRIPTION & LEGAL INFORMATION • Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing cycle. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal anytime in your Apple ID Account Settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://vitelio.web.app/apps/universal-remote/privacy Terms of Service: https://vitelio.web.app/apps/universal-remote/terms Support: viteliolabs@icloud.com

About

Universal TV Remote Controls *

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for your smart TV. Control multiple brands, manage apps, and adjust settings seamlessly over Wi-Fi. Enjoy full control of your entertainment from your pocket.

Highlights
  • Universal control for multiple smart TV brands
  • Full remote functions (power, volume, navigation)
  • Playback controls (play, pause, mute)
  • App launcher for TV apps
  • Wi-Fi connectivity for seamless pairing
  • Intuitive user interface
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Universal TV Remote Control All in One Smart TV Remote App Control your Smart TV instantly with TVRemote — a powerful and easy-to-use TV remote app that works over the same Wi-Fi network. Turn your smartphone into a universal remote control for TV and manage everything without needing a physical remote. Compatible with all major brands likes Google TV, TCL, Samsung, LG, Toshiba, Philips, Xiaomi/Mi, OnePlus, SmartCast and more. ◉ Why Choose TVRemote? - Works via same Wi-Fi connection — fast and seamless pairing - All-in-one smart TV remote control - No setup complexity — connect and control instantly - Clean, intuitive interface for smooth navigation ◉ Key Features - Universal TVRemote: Control multiple Smart TV brands from a single app - Full Remote Control Functions: Keyboard, Power on/off, Volume control, Home, Back, Navigation, input switching controls - Playback Controls: Play, Pause, Mute, Unmute your content effortlessly - App Launcher: Open and manage TV apps directly from your phone - Platform TV OS Support: Works with Google TV OS, Tizen TV OS(Samsung), WebOS (LG), VIDAA TV OS, Roku TV OS, Vizio TV OS and more Simplify your entertainment with TVRemote — the ultimate smart TV remote that puts full control of your TV in your pocket. Download TVRemote for FREE and enjoy a seamless universal remote control for TV experience. Disclaimer This app is an independent application and is not officially affiliated with or endorsed by any of the mentioned TV brands.

Screenshots

Remote TV4 screens
Universal TV Remote Controls *4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Universal TV Remote Controls * at none against Remote TV's 7. Universal TV Remote Controls * also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Remote TV's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Remote TV sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Universal TV Remote Controls * asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote TV ships an update every 2 months, Universal TV Remote Controls * every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Remote TV versus Universal TV Remote Controls *: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote TVUniversal TV Remote Controls *
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size148 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVitalii PeregudovKetan Gondaliya

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Remote TV

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Access$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Access$4.991 Month
  • Premium: 1 Week$6.997 Days
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  • Yearly Access for Remote$19.991 Year
  • Premium: 1 Year$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium: Lifetime$29.99
  • Premium: Lifetime$39.99
None

Universal TV Remote Controls *

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote TV free?
Remote TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV Remote Controls * free?
Universal TV Remote Controls * is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Remote TV or Universal TV Remote Controls * have ads?
Universal TV Remote Controls * shows ads; Remote TV does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote TV or Universal TV Remote Controls *?
Remote TV ships an update every 2 months, and Universal TV Remote Controls * every 2 weeks. Most recently, Remote TV was updated on October 28, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Controls * on October 28, 2026.

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