Comparison

SamTV Remote+ vs SmartTV remote control

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

Head to head
About

SamTV Remote+

Transform your iPhone into a smart remote for your SamTV. Effortlessly control channels, volume, apps, and navigate menus with a built-in keyboard and touchpad. Compatible with SamTV models from 2016 onwards.

Highlights
  • Easy WiFi setup
  • Full remote functionality
  • Smart navigation
  • Built-in keyboard
  • Touchpad control
  • App and channel control
Features
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Smart Remote for SamTV – Easy & Fast Control Turn your iPhone into a powerful remote control for your SamTV You can effortlessly navigate, adjust volume, change channels, and control your favorite apps - all from your phone. No more searching for lost remotes! ******Key Features: * Easy Setup – Auto-detect and connect to your SamTV over WiFi. * Full Remote Control – Power, volume, channels, and input selection. * Smart Navigation – Seamlessly browse apps and settings. * Built-in Keyboard – Quick text entry for apps and search. * Touchpad Control – Smooth and precise navigation. Compatible with SamTV models from 2016+. Download now and experience seamless TV control with just your iPhone! Terms of Service: https://www.companjenapps.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.companjenapps.com/privacy-policy

About

SmartTV remote control

Features
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SamTV is the perfect companion for managing your Smart TV. With a sleek multi-button layout, it offers intuitive and comfortable control, putting everything you need right at your fingertips. Your smartphone transforms into a powerful, all-in-one remote! Watch your favorite shows and movies with quick-access streaming buttons for Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube. Browsing content has never been easier! Simplify Your TV Experience Designed for users who want fast, easy control, this app lets you operate your Smart TV directly from your mobile device. Gain full control over your SamTV replicating all the features of a physical remote while adding extra smart functions. Simply connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network, and you're ready to go! Key Features & Buttons: Power – Turn your TV on/off Home & Return – Navigate easily Channel & Volume – Adjust with simple taps or phone side buttons Mute – Instantly silence your TV Directional Pad – Up, Down, Left, Right + "OK" button Playback Controls – Play, Pause, Rewind, Fast Forward Streaming Shortcuts – One-tap access to Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, and more Settings – Quickly access TV settings Subscription Details: After your free trial, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription anytime through iTunes settings. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/smarttvremotecontrol-samtv/privacy-policy Terms of Servicehttps://sites.google.com/view/smarttvremotecontrol-samtv/terms-of-service

Screenshots

SamTV Remote+4 screens
SmartTV remote control3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SmartTV remote control at none against SamTV Remote+'s shown. SmartTV remote control also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. SamTV Remote+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and SmartTV remote control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SamTV Remote+ ships an update weekly, SmartTV remote control every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on June 10, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SamTV Remote+ versus SmartTV remote control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamTV Remote+SmartTV remote control
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNgoc TranBobby Fischer

In-app purchases

4 purchases

SamTV Remote+

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$3.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$24.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$34.99
2 purchases

SmartTV remote control

Subscriptions1
  • Auto Renewable Subscriptions3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Auto Renewable Subscriptions$9.99

Questions

Is SamTV Remote+ free?
SamTV Remote+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmartTV remote control free?
SmartTV remote control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SamTV Remote+ or SmartTV remote control have ads?
SamTV Remote+ shows ads; SmartTV remote control does not.
Which is updated more often, SamTV Remote+ or SmartTV remote control?
SamTV Remote+ ships an update weekly, and SmartTV remote control every 2 days. Most recently, SamTV Remote+ was updated on June 10, 2026 and SmartTV remote control on September 21, 2026.

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