TV Remote Manager vs Pultio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Wi-Fi TV control
- Automatic TV detection
- Full remote functionality
- One-tap streaming shortcuts
- Sleep timer
- Photo frame mode
- Channel blocking
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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.
Pultio
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# Pultio – TV Remote for Android TV & Google TV Turn your iPhone into a fast and convenient remote for Android TV and Google TV. **Pultio** helps you control compatible TVs over your local Wi-Fi network. Connect in just a few steps, then browse apps, control playback and volume, type using your phone's keyboard, and navigate with a responsive touchpad. Whether your physical remote is missing, out of battery, or simply out of reach, Pultio keeps your TV controls in your pocket. ## Features * Easy setup and pairing * Automatic detection of compatible TVs * Remote control buttons for everyday use * Touchpad with swipe and tap gestures * Phone keyboard for fast text entry * Keyboard history for recently entered text * Quick reconnection to paired devices * Clear connection status * Works with Android TV and Google TV ## Easy to use Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network, open Pultio, select your TV, confirm the pairing code, and start controlling your device. If your TV is not detected automatically, you can connect manually by entering its local IP address. ## Comfortable TV control Access the Home screen, go back, confirm selections, navigate menus, adjust the volume, mute audio, change channels, and control playback without reaching for the physical remote. The simple interface is designed for quick one-handed use. ## Faster text input Typing on a TV can be slow. Pultio lets you use your iPhone keyboard instead. Search for movies, enter website addresses, or fill in text fields more comfortably. Recent searches and text are stored in keyboard history, making repeated input much faster. ## Responsive touchpad For TVs that support pointer navigation, the built-in touchpad provides smooth and natural control. Swipe to move and tap to select without repeatedly pressing directional buttons. ## Local connection Commands are sent directly between your iPhone and TV over your local Wi-Fi network. No additional servers or developer settings are required for normal operation. The app clearly displays whether your TV is connecting, connected, or disconnected, making it easy to reconnect whenever necessary. ## Compatibility Pultio is designed for compatible Android TV and Google TV televisions, streaming devices, and media boxes that support remote pairing. Available features depend on your TV model, software version, and the currently running app. Please note: * The power button may not wake every device. * Text input works only when the TV supports remote text entry. * Some remote functions may vary depending on the device. For best results: * Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network. * Avoid guest networks that isolate devices. * Allow the app to access devices on your local network. Pultio is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Google or any TV manufacturer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Pultio at 5.0 against TV Remote Manager's 4.2. Pultio also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). TV Remote Manager's advantage is ratings volume (29 vs 1). On price 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
Both are free to download. TV Remote Manager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Pultio asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pultio holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Manager has 29 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | TV Remote Manager | Pultio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (29 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 29 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vertigo SL | GBAPPS LLC |
In-app purchases
TV Remote Manager
- Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
Pultio
No in-app purchases
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