Comparison

Time Control vs Universal Remote

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

Head to head
About

Time Control

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Time Control permite a los usuarios realizar un seguimiento preciso de sus marcaciones, brindando flexibilidad y eficiencia en la gestión de este proceso. Recopilación de Datos: Para mejorar la experiencia del usuario y garantizar un entorno seguro, Time Control recopila los siguientes datos: * Ubicación exacta: Se obtiene en primer plano únicamente cuando el usuario registra una marcación. * Cámara: Se utiliza para capturar el entorno en el que se encuentra el usuario. Todos los datos recopilados son utilizados exclusivamente para fines internos, en cumplimiento con la Ley Orgánica de Protección de Datos Personales de Ecuador. No se comparten con terceros sin el consentimiento explícito del usuario. Nuestra aplicación no realiza seguimiento de los usuarios. El acceso a la ubicación solo ocurre cuando el usuario lo solicita dentro de la app. Hemos actualizado la información de privacidad para reflejar esto correctamente.

About

Universal Remote

Transform your smartphone into a versatile remote control for various home appliances. Easily add and manage devices like TVs, air conditioners, and more with intuitive, appliance-specific layouts. Control your home environment with a single device.

Highlights
  • Add devices by type
  • Brand selection and naming
  • Appliance-specific remote layouts
  • Centralized device list
  • Local data storage
Features
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Universal Remote is a local utility app for everyday home appliance control. Add devices quickly and operate them with clear, familiar remote layouts. Key Features • Add devices by type — air conditioner, TV, set-top box, projector, audio, fan, water heater, lights, smart curtains, clothes rack, robot vacuum, and more. • Brand selection and naming — browse brands by category, then name your device and assign a room. • Remote panels — layouts tailored to each appliance type for everyday use. • Device list — see all added devices and open remote control in one tap. Notes • Your data is stored primarily on this device. • Remote control may depend on system environment, accessory connection, and recognition status. • If something doesn’t work, follow the in-app guidance to check settings or connection. • This app contains ads.

Screenshots

Time Control3 screens
Universal Remote3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Time Control at none against Universal Remote's shown. Universal Remote's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Time Control ships an update every 5 months, Universal Remote weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Time Control versus Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTime ControlUniversal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB28 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperCONAUTO C.A.旭芳 任

In-app purchases

None

Time Control

No in-app purchases

None

Universal Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Time Control free?
Time Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal Remote free?
Universal Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Time Control or Universal Remote have ads?
Universal Remote shows ads; Time Control does not.
Which is updated more often, Time Control or Universal Remote?
Time Control ships an update every 5 months, and Universal Remote weekly. Most recently, Time Control was updated on October 5, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 31, 2026.

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