# TV Remote Control vs Universal TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Control at 4.5 against Universal TV Remote's 4.0. TV Remote Control also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote Control sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 191 and 68 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of TV Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 50% of Universal TV Remote's.

TV Remote Control ships an update every 4 days, Universal TV Remote every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote Control | Universal TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (191 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universal/id6744367075/reviews)** | [4.0 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smart-app/id6745617505/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **191** | 68 |
| Positive reviews | **75.6% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 77 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Auxilin LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710434201) | [BELKALABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784300399) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 (8)**

| 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 | $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


### Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smart-app/id6745617505)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a versatile TV remote. Control all major smart TV systems and brands with ease, offering full remote functions, a keyboard, touchpad, and customizable favorites. Manage your TV from anywhere in your home via Wi-Fi.

**Highlights:** Control all major smart TV systems, Supports 100+ TV brands, Quick Wi-Fi setup, Full remote functions, Built-in keyboard and touchpad, Customizable favorite app list, Control multiple TVs

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One week subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| One year subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| lifetimeOffer | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 🚀 Great all-in-one app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Won't open to remote
- 🔒 False advertisement
- 🔒 Fake offer

**Reported bugs**

- No active subscription found
- Not user friendly

**Requested features**

- Add apps like Apple TV, Hulu, HBOmax, showtime, starz, paramount


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote Control free?

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

### Is Universal TV Remote free?

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

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

TV Remote Control is rated higher. TV Remote Control averages 4.5 out of 5 from 191 ratings, while Universal TV Remote averages 4.0 from 68 ratings.

### Do TV Remote Control or Universal TV Remote have ads?

Neither TV Remote Control nor Universal TV Remote shows ads.

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

TV Remote Control ships an update every 4 days, and Universal TV Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, TV Remote Control was updated on October 30, 2026 and Universal TV Remote on October 30, 2026.

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