# Magic TV Remote HD vs Universal TV Remote Control ·

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote Control · at 4.6 against Magic TV Remote HD's 2.0. Universal TV Remote Control · also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 35 months) and review sentiment (46% vs 16%). Magic TV Remote HD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Magic TV Remote HD asks for nothing beyond the download.

Universal TV Remote Control · holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote Control · has 1.2K 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 46% of Universal TV Remote Control ·'s.

Magic TV Remote HD ships an update every 35 months, Universal TV Remote Control · every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic TV Remote HD | Universal TV Remote Control · |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-tv-remote-hd/id674397982/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6444097595/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 16.2% of reviews | **46.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 35 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 31 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) | [Dylan Oliver](https://appshunter.io/developer/1274238088) |

## 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


### Universal TV Remote Control ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6444097595)

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote. Control smart TVs from major brands, adjust volume, change channels, and power your TV on or off. Enjoy a seamless viewing experience with automatic connection and an intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** Universal TV compatibility, Automatic WiFi connection, Full remote control functions, Power on/off TV, Intuitive user interface, Quick setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium access | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium access | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium access | $39.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Seamless TV connection
- 🚀 Smooth functionality
- 💡 Potential for multi-TV and universal search integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Requires physical TV buttons or remote for initial setup
- 📺 Excessive ads interrupting TV usage
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Connection issues with certain TVs
- Compatibility problems with older devices

**Requested features**

- Widget for easy access
- Ability to connect to multiple TVs


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic TV Remote HD free?

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

### Is Universal TV Remote Control · free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Magic TV Remote HD or Universal TV Remote Control ·?

Universal TV Remote Control · is rated higher. Magic TV Remote HD averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control · averages 4.6 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Magic TV Remote HD or Universal TV Remote Control · have ads?

Universal TV Remote Control · shows ads; Magic TV Remote HD does not.

### Which is updated more often, Magic TV Remote HD or Universal TV Remote Control ·?

Magic TV Remote HD ships an update every 35 months, and Universal TV Remote Control · every 6 days. Most recently, Magic TV Remote HD was updated on October 13, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control · on October 20, 2026.

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