Comparison

Magic TV Remote HD vs TV Remote Universal

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

Head to head
About

Magic TV Remote HD

This app allows you to control Magic TV devices on your local Wi-Fi network. It supports multiple devices, allows renaming, and offers customization options for the remote's appearance and size. Requires specific Magic TV hardware and firmware.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi control for Magic TV devices
  • Discover and control multiple devices
  • Rename Magic TV devices
  • Adjust remote size via pinch
  • Change remote skin (black/white) by shaking
  • Disable skin change or scaling options
Features
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Support all Retina Display - iPhone 5 full screen support *** Required Magic TV Hardware *** Wi-Fi Remote for Magic TV Device family. Discover and control Magic TV Device family in local Wi-Fi network. Control of multiple Magic TV within an App. Change the name of the Magic TV. Change the size of the remote by pinch action. Change the skin of the remote between black and white by shake action. Option for user to disable change skin or scale of the remote Require Magic TV firmware version: Hong Kong: All: Firmware 5.08 or above Australia: MTV3700TD: Firmware 4.42 or above MTV4000PVR: Firmware 5.02 or above New Zealand: MTV3700TD: Firmware 5.02 or above

About

TV Remote Universal

Control your smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad. This app transforms your device into a universal remote, supporting major brands like Samsung, LG, and Roku. Enjoy seamless control over power, volume, channels, and smart TV features.

Highlights
  • Power ON / OFF
  • Volume control
  • Channel selection
  • Navigation pad
  • Media player functions
  • Smart TV features
Features
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Lost your remote again? Your iPhone just became the only one you need. TV Remote Universal turns your phone into a fast, reliable remote for almost any smart TV — no infrared, no extra hardware, no hunting through couch cushions. Connect over Wi-Fi and take control in seconds. ONE APP. EVERY TV IN YOUR HOME. CONTROL EVERYTHING Power, volume, channels, inputs, playback and a full navigation pad — every button of your physical remote, right on your screen. Everything responds instantly. TYPE INSTEAD OF PECKING Stop clicking letter-by-letter across an on-screen grid. Use your phone's keyboard to search shows, sign in to apps and enter passwords in a fraction of the time. SWIPE TO NAVIGATE A smooth touchpad lets you glide through menus with your thumb — faster and more natural than tapping arrow buttons. CONTROL BY VOICE Speak instead of scrolling. Use voice to search and navigate on supported TVs, hands-free. OPEN YOUR APPS IN ONE TAP Jump straight to your favorite streaming apps without scrolling through the home screen. WORKS WITH YOUR TV Compatible with Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Panasonic, RCA, Roku and Roku streaming sticks, Fire TV, Android TV and more. If it's a smart TV on your Wi-Fi, chances are we've got you covered. SET UP IN UNDER A MINUTE Connect your iPhone or iPad to the same Wi-Fi network as your TV and follow the on-screen steps. That's it — no pairing codes, no cables. WHY YOU'LL KEEP IT - Clean, responsive design that just works - No IR blaster required - Light and dark mode - Works on iPhone and iPad UPGRADE TO PREMIUM Go ad-free and unlock the full experience Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you buy a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://realvision.app/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://realvision.app/terms-of-use/ Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Panasonic, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, or any other TV brand mentioned. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Screenshots

Magic TV Remote HD1 screens
TV Remote Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Universal at 3.4 against Magic TV Remote HD's 2.0. TV Remote Universal also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 35 months) and ratings volume (12K vs 1). Magic TV Remote HD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support 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 Universal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Magic TV Remote HD asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Universal holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Universal has 12K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 16% of Magic TV Remote HD's written reviews are positive against 14% of TV Remote Universal's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Magic TV Remote HD ships an update every 35 months, TV Remote Universal every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Magic TV Remote HD versus TV Remote Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagic TV Remote HDTV Remote Universal
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)3.4 (12K ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.2% of reviews — better13.6% of reviews
Number of ratings112K — better
Update frequencyEvery 35 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPixel Magic Systems Ltd.Real Vision Ltd

Customer experience

Magic TV Remote HD

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive16.2%
Neutral8.1%
Negative75.7%

TV Remote Universal

All ratings11,742 ratings
Positive56.4%
Neutral8.0%
Negative35.5%
Written reviews734 reviews
Positive13.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative83.5%

Bugs and requests

Magic TV Remote HD

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TV Remote Universal

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to detect or connect to devices
  • Constant ads interrupt usage
  • Unreliable, frequently stops working

Requested features

2 requests
  • Better TV search and connection options
  • Improved stability and reliability

In-app purchases

None

Magic TV Remote HD

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

TV Remote Universal

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium version$3.99
  • Lifetime Premium$34.99

Questions

Is Magic TV Remote HD free?
Magic TV Remote HD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TV Remote Universal free?
TV Remote Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Magic TV Remote HD or TV Remote Universal?
TV Remote Universal is rated higher. Magic TV Remote HD averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while TV Remote Universal averages 3.4 from 12K ratings.
Do Magic TV Remote HD or TV Remote Universal have ads?
TV Remote Universal shows ads; Magic TV Remote HD does not.
Which is updated more often, Magic TV Remote HD or TV Remote Universal?
Magic TV Remote HD ships an update every 35 months, and TV Remote Universal every 3 weeks. Most recently, Magic TV Remote HD was updated on October 20, 2026 and TV Remote Universal on October 28, 2026.

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