Comparison

TV Remote Manager vs TV Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Manager

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote. This app connects to your television over Wi-Fi, offering full control without extra hardware. Easily find and manage your TVs, launch streaming apps, and even use your TV as a photo frame.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi TV control
  • Automatic TV detection
  • Full remote functionality
  • One-tap streaming shortcuts
  • Sleep timer
  • Photo frame mode
  • Channel blocking
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a full remote for the TV you already own. TV Remote Manager talks to your television over your home Wi-Fi network, so there is no infrared, no extra hardware and nothing to plug in. FINDS YOUR TV BY ITSELF Open the app and it scans your Wi-Fi network for compatible televisions and streaming players. Tap the one you want, confirm the prompt or the code shown on screen, and you are in control. Your TVs are saved with the names you choose, and the app can reconnect to the last one automatically every time you open it. A COMPLETE REMOTE • Directional pad, OK, Back and Home • Volume, mute and channel up/down • Play, pause, rewind, fast forward • Number keypad for direct channel entry • Power on/off and input switching where the TV allows it • Haptic feedback on every key, so it feels like real hardware ONE-TAP STREAMING SHORTCUTS Launch the apps you actually watch straight from your phone. The app reads the real app list from your television whenever the brand exposes it, so shortcuts open the version installed on your set instead of failing silently. SLEEP TIMER THAT RUNS ON THE TV Choose a duration on the rotary dial and, on televisions that expose their own sleep timer over the network, the countdown is stored inside the TV. You can close the app and fall asleep — the television turns itself off. On sets without a network timer the app tells you honestly that it has to stay open. TV PHOTO FRAME Send photos from your iPhone library to the big screen over your network and turn the television into a photo frame. The screen shows which brands accept photos, and warns you clearly if the connected TV does not support it. CHILD PROTECTION Set a PIN and block chosen channels so they cannot be opened from this remote. The PIN is stored securely on your iPhone. This protection applies to the app's remote only — it does not change any setting inside the television. WIDE BRAND COVERAGE Samsung, LG, Sony BRAVIA, Panasonic VIERA, Philips, Roku players and Roku TVs (TCL, Hisense, Sharp, JVC, RCA, Insignia, Element, Westinghouse, onn., Sanyo, Hitachi, Magnavox, Polaroid, InFocus, Pioneer and more), plus any Android TV or Google TV device — Xiaomi, Toshiba, Skyworth, Haier, TCL and Hisense Google TV models, Chromecast with Google TV and Nvidia Shield. The in-app Brand Coverage panel always shows the current list and exactly which models are covered. Some features may require a subscription. Subscription details, renewal terms and cancellation options are shown before purchase. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/privacyvrtg/inicio TV Remote Manager is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by any television manufacturer or streaming service. All brand names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used only to describe compatibility.

About

TV Remote Control

Control your television directly from your iPhone when the physical remote is lost or out of reach. Manage power, volume, channels, and playback with an intuitive interface and a built-in touchpad for smooth navigation. Quickly access your favorite apps for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote control
  • Built-in navigation touchpad
  • Quick access to favorite apps
  • Power, volume, channel, and playback controls
  • Simplified control for multiple remotes
Features
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Universal TV Remote — Simple Control When You Need It Universal TV Remote gives you instant control when the physical remote is lost, out of battery, or simply out of reach. Instead of searching, switching between remotes, or struggling with slow buttons, you can control your TV directly from your iPhone. Simple access, right when you need it. All Essential Controls in One Place Power on or off, adjust volume, mute sound, change channels, and manage playback. Everything you need for everyday TV viewing is organized in a clean, easy-to-use interface. If you use multiple remotes at home, this app helps simplify control into one convenient solution. Smooth Navigation with Touchpad Scrolling through TV menus with traditional buttons can feel slow and repetitive. The built-in navigation touchpad lets you swipe and tap naturally, making it easier to move through apps, settings, and guides. Fewer clicks. Faster browsing. Quick Access to Apps Jump between apps without endless pressing. Save your favorite apps for quick access and switch instantly to what you want to watch. Less time searching. More time watching. Made for Everyday Situations Whether the physical remote is misplaced, shared, or inconvenient, Universal TV Remote keeps control in your hands. The interface is simple, responsive, and designed for daily comfort. Universal TV Remote makes TV control easier — so you can focus on watching, not looking for the remote. Privacy and Security TV Remote complies with stringent privacy standards, ensuring that your data remains safe and confidential. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy at https://myteleremote.com/privacy. Subscription and Terms TV Remote is a subscription-based app with a free trial period. Subscribe for unlimited access with no commitment, and you can cancel anytime. Manage your subscription and disable auto-renewal in iTunes' Account Settings after purchase. Read our Terms of Service at https://myteleremote.com/termsofuse.

Screenshots

TV Remote Manager4 screens
TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote Control at none against TV Remote Manager's shown. TV Remote Manager's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 21%) and rating (4.4 vs 4.1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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 Manager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and TV Remote Control sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 99 and 263 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of TV Remote Manager's written reviews are positive against 21% of TV Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Manager ships an update every 6 days, TV Remote Control every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Manager versus TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ManagerTV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (99 ratings) — better4.1 (263 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better21.1% of reviews
Number of ratings99263 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVertigo SLEssa Studio

Customer experience

TV Remote Manager

All ratings29 ratings
Positive79.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative17.2%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

TV Remote Control

All ratings263 ratings
Positive75.7%
Neutral4.6%
Negative19.8%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive21.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative73.7%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TV Remote Manager

Subscriptions2
  • Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
8 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions5
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$7.997 Days
One-time3
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$19.99
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$24.99
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$29.99

Questions

Is TV Remote Manager free?
TV Remote Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Manager or TV Remote Control?
TV Remote Manager is rated higher. TV Remote Manager averages 4.4 out of 5 from 99 ratings, while TV Remote Control averages 4.1 from 263 ratings.
Do TV Remote Manager or TV Remote Control have ads?
TV Remote Manager shows ads; TV Remote Control does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Manager or TV Remote Control?
TV Remote Manager ships an update every 6 days, and TV Remote Control every 9 days. Most recently, TV Remote Manager was updated on November 8, 2026 and TV Remote Control on November 9, 2026.

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