Comparison

TV Remote For Android vs Zapp Remote for Android TV

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote For Android

Control your smart TV from your iPhone or iPad. Navigate settings, change channels, adjust volume, and more. Connects seamlessly via Wi-Fi with auto-discovery for quick setup.

Highlights
  • Smart TV control
  • Channel switching
  • Volume adjustment
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Auto-discovery setup
  • Power ON/OFF
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Control your Smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app allows you to easily navigate through TV settings, change channels, adjust volume, and perform other essential functions. With Wi-Fi support and auto-discovery, setup is quick and seamless, turning your device into a full-featured remote for your TV. • Easily switch channels with the TV remote control feature of the Remote app. • Enjoy quick access to play and pause your TV with just a tap. • Transform your smartphone into a full-featured remote controller, giving you complete control over your TV from your mobile device. • Manage your TV seamlessly with the remote control app, available directly on your phone. Connection & Compatibility: • Wi-Fi Connectivity: Easily connects through the same Wi-Fi network. • Automatic Discovery: Automatically detects your Smart TV for quick setup. Features Remote Control of TV: • Power ON / OFF. • Home • Volume Up. • Volume Down. • Channel Up. • Channel Down. • Search / Setting button. • Menu Button with up / down and left / right. • Red / Green / Blue / Yellow (Multiple purpose soft keys). • Channel Digits buttons. Subscription Details:- - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable For Further Information: Privacy Policy = https://sites.google.com/jksol.com/privacy?usp=sharing Terms of Use = https://sites.google.com/jksol.com/terms-of-use?usp=sharing

About

Zapp Remote for Android TV

Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote control for your Android TV, Google TV and Chromecast devices. Zapp connects over Wi-Fi in seconds — no registration and no physical remote needed. WHY Zapp? ◆ Voice search: find movies and shows or control your TV hands-free. ◆ Screen mirroring: share your phone or tablet screen on the big screen with one tap. ◆ Instant typing: use your iPhone keyboard instead of the on-screen TV keyboard. ◆ Quick app launch: open Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video and more with a single touch. ◆ D-pad and touchpad modes: navigate exactly the way you prefer. ◆ Volume and power: full control, including your device's physical volume buttons. ◆ Multiple TVs: pair once and switch between all the TVs in your home. WORKS WITH YOUR DEVICES Zapp is compatible with Google TV Streamer, Chromecast with Google TV, Nvidia Shield and smart TVs from Sony, Philips, TCL, Hisense and hundreds of other Android TV models. EASY SETUP 1. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open Zapp and select your TV. 3. Enter the pairing code shown on the screen. Done! Free, fast and designed for iOS with a clean, modern interface. Note: your phone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network. This app is not affiliated with Google LLC or any TV manufacturer mentioned.

Screenshots

TV Remote For Android4 screens
Zapp Remote for Android TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zapp Remote for Android TV at none against TV Remote For Android's 3. Zapp Remote for Android TV also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). 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. TV Remote For Android sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Zapp Remote for Android TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote For Android ships an update every 4 months, Zapp Remote for Android TV fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote For Android versus Zapp Remote for Android TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote For AndroidZapp Remote for Android TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB46 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperJksol Infotech LLPAether Studios

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TV Remote For Android

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access$5.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$9.991 Month
One-time1
  • Life Time Premium Access$27.99
None

Zapp Remote for Android TV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TV Remote For Android free?
TV Remote For Android is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zapp Remote for Android TV free?
Zapp Remote for Android TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TV Remote For Android or Zapp Remote for Android TV have ads?
TV Remote For Android shows ads; Zapp Remote for Android TV does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote For Android or Zapp Remote for Android TV?
TV Remote For Android ships an update every 4 months, and Zapp Remote for Android TV fortnightly. Most recently, TV Remote For Android was updated on September 25, 2026 and Zapp Remote for Android TV on September 15, 2026.

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