Comparison

Universal vs Automatic

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

Automatic

Features
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Automatic es la plataforma avanzada de rastreo satelital que te permite gestionar tu flota o vehículo particular con precisión y facilidad. Diseñada para ofrecer seguridad y control total desde la palma de tu mano. Características principales: Seguimiento en Tiempo Real: Visualiza la ubicación exacta de tus dispositivos sobre mapas de alta precisión. Notificaciones Push Inteligentes: Recibe alertas inmediatas en tu iPhone sobre: Encendido y apagado del motor. Excesos de velocidad configurables. Entrada y salida de geocercas (zonas seguras). Reproductor de Rutas: Consulta el historial de recorridos de días anteriores con detalle de paradas y tiempos. Reportes Detallados: Genera informes de actividad, kilometraje y eventos para una mejor toma de decisiones. Optimiza la logística de tu negocio o protege a tu familia con la tecnología de rastreo más confiable.

Screenshots

Universal4 screens
Automatic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Automatic at none against Universal's 4. Automatic also leads on ads (none vs shown). Universal's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly). 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. Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Automatic asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal ships an update every 8 days, Automatic monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Universal versus Automatic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversalAutomatic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAmerican FootballShadow alarma

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
None

Automatic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universal free?
Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Automatic free?
Automatic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Universal or Automatic have ads?
Universal shows ads; Automatic does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal or Automatic?
Universal ships an update every 8 days, and Automatic monthly. Most recently, Universal was updated on September 22, 2026 and Automatic on October 6, 2026.

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