Comparison

TV Remote Manager vs Universal 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

Universal TV Remote Control ‏

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control power, volume, and navigation over Wi-Fi for major TV brands. Features fast text input and an intuitive interface, making it easy to manage your entertainment.

Highlights
  • Unified TV Control
  • Fast Text Input
  • Intuitive Navigation
  • Power & Volume Control
  • Smart TV Keyboard & D-Pad
  • Auto-detects major TV brands
Features
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Lost your remote control for TV under the couch cushions? Turn your iPhone into a universal Smart TV remote and get back in control before the opening credits finish. Dead batteries, a remote that vanished during moving day, or a new apartment with a TV brand you've never seen before—the physical remote always seems to fail at the worst moment. Universal TV Remote Control connects your iPhone to your Smart TV over your home Wi-Fi network, so you can manage power, volume, and navigation with a remote control for TV that fits right in your pocket. Universal TV Remote Control connects over Wi-Fi to Samsung (Tizen), LG (webOS), Roku TVs and players, Sony Bravia, and Smart TVs and streaming devices from Philips, TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Xiaomi, and Nvidia. With Universal TV Remote Control, you get: • Unified TV Control—manage power, volume, and channel switching across multiple TVs in different rooms from one iPhone. • Fast Text Input—use your smartphone keyboard to search for movies on Netflix or YouTube instead of typing with a directional pad. • Intuitive Navigation—move through complex Smart TV menus with an oversized D-Pad and a responsive center OK button, built for anyone who isn't especially tech-savvy. Everything you need from a remote control for TV app, built in: POWER & VOLUME CONTROL Stuck with a TV blasting at full volume and no remote in sight? Dedicated volume rockers and an instant power toggle send commands over your local network, so you can adjust audio or shut off the screen without leaving the couch. SMART TV KEYBOARD & D-PAD Typing a movie title with a physical remote control for TV takes forever—and it's even harder for anyone who struggles to read small remote buttons. Open the built-in keyboard to send full text strings directly to your TV's search bar. COMPATIBLE WITH MAJOR BRANDS Don't know what brand your TV is? Universal TV Remote Control auto-detects Smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, TCL, and Hisense on the same Wi-Fi network—no manual setup or brand lookup required. Whether you just moved into a place with an unfamiliar TV or you're switching between rooms with different brands, one app handles them all. Turn your phone into a TV remote control in three simple steps: Connect your iPhone and Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Open the app and select your TV from the auto-detected list. Start controlling volume, navigation, and streaming features right away. FAQ Q: Does this remote control for TV app work without an infrared (IR) blaster? A: Yes—it connects directly through your home Wi-Fi network, so no additional IR hardware or adapters are required. Q: Is Universal TV Remote Control a good option for someone who isn't comfortable with tech, or has trouble seeing small remote buttons? A: The oversized D-Pad and simplified controls are designed for exactly that—clear navigation without hunting for tiny buttons. Q: Which TVs and streaming devices does the app support? A: Samsung (Tizen), LG (webOS), Roku TVs and players, Sony Bravia, Panasonic Viera models up to 2017, and streaming devices from Sony, Philips, TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Xiaomi, and Nvidia Shield. Download Universal TV Remote Control today and turn your iPhone into the only TV controller your living room needs. Universal TV Remote Control is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Samsung, LG, Roku, Sony, Panasonic, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Sharp, Xiaomi, or Nvidia. Privacy Policy: https://rawsthorn.io/projects/remotecontrol_ios/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://rawsthorn.io/projects/remotecontrol_ios/terms/

Screenshots

TV Remote Manager4 screens
Universal TV Remote Control ‏4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote Control ‏ at 5.0 against TV Remote Manager's 3.9. TV Remote Manager's advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads 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 $9.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote Control ‏ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal TV Remote Control ‏ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Manager has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Manager ships an update every 6 days, Universal TV Remote Control ‏ every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote Manager versus Universal TV Remote Control ‏: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote ManagerUniversal TV Remote Control ‏
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (13 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings13 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 8 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.018
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVertigo SLRAWSTHORN LTD

Customer experience

TV Remote Manager

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

Universal TV Remote Control ‏

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TV Remote Manager

Subscriptions2
  • Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control ‏

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock All Features3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Unlock All Features$29.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote Manager free?
TV Remote Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal TV Remote Control ‏ free?
Universal TV Remote Control ‏ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Manager or Universal TV Remote Control ‏?
Universal TV Remote Control ‏ is rated higher. TV Remote Manager averages 3.9 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Universal TV Remote Control ‏ averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do TV Remote Manager or Universal TV Remote Control ‏ have ads?
Both TV Remote Manager and Universal TV Remote Control ‏ show ads.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Manager or Universal TV Remote Control ‏?
TV Remote Manager ships an update every 6 days, and Universal TV Remote Control ‏ every 8 days. Most recently, TV Remote Manager was updated on October 25, 2026 and Universal TV Remote Control ‏ on October 24, 2026.

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