# Magic TV Remote HD vs Remote for Android TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote for Android TV at 72% against Magic TV Remote HD's 16%. Remote for Android TV also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.0) and update cadence (monthly vs every 35 months). Magic TV Remote HD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote for Android TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 3 months. Magic TV Remote HD asks for nothing beyond the download.

Remote for Android TV holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for Android TV has 12K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Magic TV Remote HD's written reviews are positive against 72% of Remote for Android TV's.

Magic TV Remote HD ships an update every 35 months, Remote for Android TV monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic TV Remote HD | Remote for Android TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-tv-remote-hd/id674397982/reviews) | **[4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-tv/id1668755298/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | 16.2% of reviews | **71.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 35 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pixel Magic Systems Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/429349005) | [Raghav Ahuja](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651077703) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic TV Remote HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-tv-remote-hd/id674397982)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Remote for Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-android-tv/id1668755298)

Control your Android Smart TV with your phone or tablet. Features voice commands, a built-in keyboard for searches, and a touchpad for easy navigation. Quickly launch apps and manage volume directly from the application.

**Highlights:** Voice commands, Built-in keyboard for search, Touchpad control, Quick app launching, Volume information display, Physical remote emulation

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium access (3 Months) | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium access (6 Months) | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium access (12 Months) | $8.99 | per year |
| Premium access (Lifetime) | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful when remote is lost
- 🚀 Connects easily
- 👍 Minimalistic and fast

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Buttons not working as expected
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with certain TVs
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches after updates
- 🐛 Requires constant reconnection

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working for TV connection
- Volume control not functioning
- Inconsistent button responsiveness
- Frequent disconnections from TV

**Requested features**

- Add TV settings button
- Implement a true trackpad with scroll function
- Allow customization of shortcut buttons
- Add landscape orientation support for tablets
- Provide a one-time purchase option to remove ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic TV Remote HD free?

Magic TV Remote HD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Remote for Android TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Magic TV Remote HD or Remote for Android TV?

Remote for Android TV is rated higher. Magic TV Remote HD averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Remote for Android TV averages 4.5 from 12K ratings.

### Do Magic TV Remote HD or Remote for Android TV have ads?

Remote for Android TV shows ads; Magic TV Remote HD does not.

### Which is updated more often, Magic TV Remote HD or Remote for Android TV?

Magic TV Remote HD ships an update every 35 months, and Remote for Android TV monthly. Most recently, Magic TV Remote HD was updated on October 20, 2026 and Remote for Android TV on October 26, 2026.

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