# Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ vs TV Remote Control

The clearest difference is monetization model: TV Remote Control at free with in-app purchases against Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ's subscription. TV Remote Control also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly) and ratings volume (191 vs 32). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control has 191 ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ ships an update fortnightly, TV Remote Control every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ | TV Remote Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-smart-tv/id6743735344/reviews)** | [4.5 (191 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6744367075/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **191** |
| Positive reviews | — | 75.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 140 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [rik fol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804259185) | [Auxilin LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710434201) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-smart-tv/id6743735344)

Transform your smartphone into a comprehensive TV remote. Effortlessly switch channels, adjust volume, launch apps, and mirror your screen. Connect wirelessly for instant control over your smart TV.

**Highlights:** Virtual remote control, Screen mirroring, Photo and video casting, Support for multiple TVs, Auto-reconnect, App launching

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote Control (weekly std) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control (weekly trial) | $3.99 | per 7 days |


### TV Remote Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6744367075)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control all major smart TV systems and over 100 brands with features like power control, full-function navigation, and smart tools. Easily manage multiple TVs and customize your remote experience.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, Supports 100+ TV brands, Quick Wi-Fi setup, Power on/off, Full function navigation, Keyboard and touchpad, Customizable favorite apps

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Universal TV Remote - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Access | $6.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $19.99 | per year |
| Universal TV Remote - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Free | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works with Vizio support
- 👍 Simple and clean interface
- 👍 No configuration needed, just works

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App doesn't open
- 🐛 Difficult to delete the app
- 🤔 Misleading claims about free lifetime upgrade

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't open
- Difficult to delete the app

**Requested features**

- Better instructions for using free lifetime upgrade
- Dark mode option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ free?

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TV Remote Control free?

TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ or TV Remote Control?

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ is rated higher. Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while TV Remote Control averages 4.5 from 191 ratings.

### Do Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ or TV Remote Control have ads?

Neither Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ nor TV Remote Control shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ or TV Remote Control?

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ ships an update fortnightly, and TV Remote Control every 4 days. Most recently, Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ was updated on October 24, 2026 and TV Remote Control on October 24, 2026.

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