Comparison

Universal vs OpenSig

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

Head to head
About

Universal

Transform your smartphone into a versatile TV remote. Easily control channels, volume, and navigate menus with an intuitive interface, touchpad, and keyboard. Unlock an ad-free experience and advanced features with a premium subscription.

Highlights
  • Control many TV brands
  • Interactive touchpad and joystick
  • Effortless typing with keyboard
  • User-friendly interface
  • Ad-free premium experience
  • Smart keyboard search
Features
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Universal Remote Control : Simplify Your TV Experience! Turn your phone into a powerful, easy-to-use remote for your TV with Universal Remote Control! Say goodbye to misplaced remotes and hello to a smarter way of controlling your TV—right from your pocket. Key Features: Compatible with Many TV Brands: Control your TV seamlessly, whether you’re changing channels, adjusting volume, or navigating menus. Works with popular brands . Interactive Touchpad and Joystick: Transform your phone’s screen into a touchpad or joystick for effortless TV control. Effortless Typing and Selection: Built-in keyboard and numeric keypad make searching, typing, and switching channels easier than ever. User-Friendly Design: Simple, intuitive interface suitable for everyone. Go Premium for an Enhanced Experience: Unlock exclusive benefits with our Premium version: Ad-Free Experience: Enjoy uninterrupted control without distractions. Smart Keyboard: Easily search and type on your TV with your phone’s keyboard. Subscription Options: Weekly Plan: $2.99 Monthly Plan: $7.99 Quarly Plan: $14.99 Annual Plan: $34.99 Pricing is based on the App Store Pricing Matrix and may vary by region. Additional Details: Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription anytime through iTunes Account Settings. **Disclaimer:** Universal Remote・TV Control is an independent application and is not an official product of Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Hisense, Panasonic, Vizio, Insignia, TCL, Onn, Westinghouse, Skyworth, Element, or any other brand. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of these companies. To unlock all features of Universal Remote・TV Control, a Premium subscription is required. For Smart TVs and compatible devices, ensure that both your phone and Smart TV/Device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. For Infrared (IR) TVs, your phone must have a built-in IR blaster for the remote control functionality to work. Legal & Support: Privacy Policy: https://1remote.tv/pp.html Terms of Use: https://1remote.tv/tou.html Support Contact: support@1remote.tv Reimagine your TV experience—download Universal Remote Control today and take control like never before!

About

OpenSig

Features
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A DIGITAL PEN ON YOUR PHONE OpenSig is the simple, private way to sign documents and create independently verifiable proofs for any file. No complex workflows and no file uploads. Sign PDFs, images, videos, design files, code, ZIPs and more directly with your device. Add optional encrypted notes to record purpose, intent or context. Use OpenSig to approve documents, lock in deliverables, protect your intellectual property, and timestamp important work. WHY OPENSIG? • Private by design – your documents never leave your device • Works with any file type and size • Create permanent, tamper-proof proofs • Add optional encrypted annotations such as purpose or message • No accounts, no uploads, no monthly subscription. Just verify your email and start signing • Independent verification: anyone with the file can verify your proof WHAT YOU CAN DO • Sign and approve documents • Prove authorship of creative work • Timestamp drafts, designs and revisions • Protect ideas, pitches and deliverables • Verify file integrity before handoff • Add short encrypted notes or URLs to your signature • Share proofs with clients, collaborators or auditors No uploads. No central storage. Just simple, verifiable signing you control.

Screenshots

Universal4 screens
OpenSig4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: OpenSig at none against Universal's shown. Universal's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and OpenSig sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal ships an update every 8 days, OpenSig every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Universal versus OpenSig: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversalOpenSig
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAmerican FootballDavid Potter

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Universal

Subscriptions4
  • Remote Control For TV Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Universal Remote 3 Months$14.993 Months
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  • Element TV Remote Yearly$34.991 Year
5 purchases

OpenSig

One-time5
  • 1 Signature$0.99
  • 5 Signatures$3.99
  • 25 Signatures$14.99
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  • 50 Signatures$24.99
  • 100 Signatures$49.99

Questions

Is Universal free?
Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OpenSig free?
OpenSig is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Universal or OpenSig have ads?
Universal shows ads; OpenSig does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal or OpenSig?
Universal ships an update every 8 days, and OpenSig every 3 weeks. Most recently, Universal was updated on October 24, 2026 and OpenSig on September 23, 2026.

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