# Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ vs Control Remoto Universal

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Control Remoto Universal at none against Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ's 2. Control Remoto Universal also leads on ratings volume (181 vs 32) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence and device support 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. Control Remoto Universal asks for nothing beyond the download.

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Control Remoto Universal has 181 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, Control Remoto Universal every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ | Control Remoto Universal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-for-smart-tv/id6743735344/reviews)** | [4.4 (181 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/control-remoto-universal-oh/id6749434366/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **181** |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 140 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [rik fol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804259185) | [臻浩 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1828331818) |

## 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 |


### Control Remoto Universal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/control-remoto-universal-oh/id6749434366)

This app acts as a universal remote for your smart devices. It offers traditional buttons, gesture controls, and AI voice commands to manage TVs, lights, and AC units. Automate your home and control multiple devices with ease.

**Highlights:** Smart TV remote control, Gesture controls, AI voice commands, Automation scenes, Control lights and AC, Switch channels and inputs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Free app
- 🚀 Quick access with 5-star review

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Requires 5-star review to access app
- 💩 Perceived as a scam

**Reported bugs**

- Remote control functionality not working
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Option to access app without forced 5-star review


## 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 Control Remoto Universal free?

Control Remoto Universal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

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 Control Remoto Universal averages 4.4 from 181 ratings.

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

Control Remoto Universal shows ads; Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ does not.

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

Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ ships an update fortnightly, and Control Remoto Universal every 4 weeks. Most recently, Remote Control for Smart TV ㅤ was updated on October 24, 2026 and Control Remoto Universal on October 22, 2026.

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