# Screen recorder vs Remote Control Smart TV pro

The clearest difference is ads: Screen recorder at none against Remote Control Smart TV pro's shown. Screen recorder also leads on ratings volume (434 vs 24) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen recorder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Remote Control Smart TV pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Screen recorder against 4.5 for Remote Control Smart TV pro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen recorder has 434 ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Screen recorder ships an update every 3 weeks, Remote Control Smart TV pro every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen recorder | Remote Control Smart TV pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (434 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-recorder-video/id6745226036/reviews)** | [4.5 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-smart-tv-pro/id6747113860/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **434** | 24 |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stephanie Robertson](https://appshunter.io/developer/6790445630) | [3 Sparks Learning, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1849888637) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-recorder-video/id6745226036)

Capture your screen with advanced features like picture-in-picture recording and a teleprompter. Edit and share videos easily. A premium upgrade unlocks a full creation suite.

**Highlights:** Screen recording, Picture-in-picture camera, Built-in teleprompter, Video editing, Instant sharing

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screen Recorder Pro Subs | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Screen Recorder Premium Subs | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Screen Recorder PRO Subs | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Screen Recorder AI Pro Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid app
- 🔒 Demands subscription to use
- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 💰 Charged for free trial
- 🚫 Can't record screen, only voice

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't record screen
- Incompatible with some devices

**Requested features**

- Free screen recording option
- Better free trial policy


### Remote Control Smart TV pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-control-smart-tv-pro/id6747113860)

Transform your smartphone into a versatile TV remote. Control power, volume, channels, and navigate menus with ease. Instantly launch and manage your favorite streaming apps directly from your phone.

**Highlights:** Full remote functionality, Quick access to TV settings, Automatic discovery of TV apps, Instantly launch and control apps, Seamless and responsive navigation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Control Remote Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Control Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart TV PRO | $119.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen recorder free?

Screen recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Remote Control Smart TV pro free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Screen recorder or Remote Control Smart TV pro?

Screen recorder is rated higher. Screen recorder averages 4.6 out of 5 from 434 ratings, while Remote Control Smart TV pro averages 4.5 from 24 ratings.

### Do Screen recorder or Remote Control Smart TV pro have ads?

Remote Control Smart TV pro shows ads; Screen recorder does not.

### Which is updated more often, Screen recorder or Remote Control Smart TV pro?

Screen recorder ships an update every 3 weeks, and Remote Control Smart TV pro every 2 months. Most recently, Screen recorder was updated on October 30, 2026 and Remote Control Smart TV pro on October 30, 2026.

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