Comparison

TV Remote vs TV Remote Control Stick

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

Control your smart TV from your iPhone with this universal remote app. It connects via Wi-Fi and offers features like power control, volume adjustment, channel switching, and a built-in keyboard for easy navigation and app launching.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Power ON/OFF
  • Volume adjustment
  • Channel switching
  • Touchpad & D-Pad controls
  • Built-in keyboard
Features
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Control your Smart TV with ease using TV Remote: Universal Remote · , the ultimate universal TV remote for iPhone. Compatible with all major brands, it works as a Samsung, Roku, LG, Sony, and even a Fire remote. Connect instantly over Wi-Fi and enjoy seamless control, adjust volume, switch channels, change inputs, launch apps, or type with the built-in keyboard. Whether you need a reliable backup for a lost remote or want the convenience of managing everything from your phone, the Roku makes your entertainment smarter and easier. Key Features: Power ON/OFF - Volume adjustment - Channel switching - Touchpad & D-Pad controls - Built-in keyboard Key Features of TV Remote: Universal Remote · Power ON/OFF: Instantly turn your Smart TV on or off using your phone. TV Remote: Universal Remote · works as a complete remote control for TV. Volume Adjustment: Manage sound effortlessly with precise volume control. Replace your physical TV remote with the universal remote app that functions perfectly as a Fire TV remote, giving you smoother, smarter control. Channel Switching: Change channels quickly and smoothly. Whether you’re using it as a Roku remote, this feature ensures easy navigation for all your favorite shows, apps, and movies. Touchpad& D-Pad Controls: Navigate menus, apps, and settings with intuitive touchpad and D-pad options. The universal remote serves as the ideal backup, replacing lost or broken remotes like the Vizio TV remote. Built-in Keyboard: Type and search with speed using the integrated keyboard. Whether acting as a Roku remote or any other, you’ll enjoy faster browsing, better input, and smarter control. How to Get Started: Make sure your phone and Smart TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Tap the “Connect” icon in the top right. Select your Smart TV from the list shown on your phone. Start exploring and enjoy full control instantly! With TV Remote: Universal Remote ·, managing your Smart TV has never been easier. Change channels, search for content, and enjoy an enhanced viewing experience all without leaving your couch. Disclaimer: TV Remote: Universal Remote · is an independent product and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of the mentioned TV brands or streaming platforms, including Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Fire TV, TCL, Panasonic, Toshiba, and others. All trademarks, product names, and logos belong to their respective owners and are used for descriptive purposes only. By using our app, you accept our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/technestitservices/iremote-control-for-tv/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/technestitservices/iremote-control-for-tv/terms-of-use

About

TV Remote Control Stick

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for all smart TVs and streaming devices. Effortlessly control your TV or stick in seconds without complex setup. Works with popular brands like Fire TV, Roku, Samsung, and LG.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Smart TV and TV stick support
  • No complicated setup
  • Control multiple brands
  • iPhone integration
Features
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Turn your iPhone into the ultimate remote for all TVs and TV sticks. With this powerful universal remote app, you can control your Smart TV or TV Stick in seconds — no complicated setup required. Whether you’re using Fire TV, Roku, Samsung, LG, Android TV or other devices, this app works as a stick for all TV solution, giving you full control from your phone. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
TV Remote Control Stick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Control Stick at 5.0 against TV Remote's 4.6. TV Remote Control Stick also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (372 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control Stick sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Control Stick holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote has 372 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote ships an update every 4 weeks, TV Remote Control Stick every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TV Remote versus TV Remote Control Stick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemoteTV Remote Control Stick
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (372 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings372 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTech NestFederico hidalgo abril

Customer experience

TV Remote

All ratings364 ratings
Positive89.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

TV Remote Control Stick

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions3
  • iRemote Weekly Pro3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • iRemote Weekly Plus$9.997 Days
  • iRemote Pro Experience3 Days trial$18.497 Days
1 purchases

TV Remote Control Stick

Subscriptions1
  • semanal3 Days trial$9.997 Days

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Control Stick free?
TV Remote Control Stick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote or TV Remote Control Stick?
TV Remote Control Stick is rated higher. TV Remote averages 4.6 out of 5 from 372 ratings, while TV Remote Control Stick averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do TV Remote or TV Remote Control Stick have ads?
Both TV Remote and TV Remote Control Stick show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote or TV Remote Control Stick?
TV Remote ships an update every 4 weeks, and TV Remote Control Stick every 5 days. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on November 12, 2026 and TV Remote Control Stick on November 8, 2026.

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