# Universal TV vs Universal Remote TV control*

The clearest difference is rating: Universal Remote TV control* at 4.9 against Universal TV's 1.5. Universal Remote TV control* also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Universal TV's advantage is ratings volume (39 vs 13). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote TV control* sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal Remote TV control* holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 13 respectively.

Universal TV ships an update every 5 days, Universal Remote TV control* weekly. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV | Universal Remote TV control* |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.5 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote/id6745963322/reviews) | **[4.9 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6773682185/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **39** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 85 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Niamh Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/1813404214) | [MLKJ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861669815) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote/id6745963322)

Transform your smartphone into a universal remote for TVs, streaming devices, and soundbars. Control all your home entertainment systems with an intuitive interface, including touchpad navigation, keyboard input, and quick channel access.

**Highlights:** Power On/Off Control, Touchpad & D-Pad Navigation, Integrated Keyboard, TV App Management, Media Player & Sound Control, Quick Channel Access

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Premium Remote! | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Full TV Remote access | $9.99 | per month |
| Access TV Remote! | $29.99 | per year |


### Universal Remote TV control*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6773682185)

Transform your iPhone into a universal TV remote with keyboard and touchpad controls. Easily cast videos and photos to your smart TV, and enjoy seamless one-tap connection. Perfect for managing your entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Universal TV remote control, Keyboard for search and passwords, Touchpad navigation, Video and photo casting, One-tap Wi-Fi connection, Auto-slideshow for photos

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Start free trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Use immediately | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Use immediately | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV free?

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

### Is Universal Remote TV control* free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV or Universal Remote TV control*?

Universal Remote TV control* is rated higher. Universal TV averages 1.5 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Universal Remote TV control* averages 4.9 from 13 ratings.

### Do Universal TV or Universal Remote TV control* have ads?

Neither Universal TV nor Universal Remote TV control* shows ads.

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

Universal TV ships an update every 5 days, and Universal Remote TV control* weekly. Most recently, Universal TV was updated on October 20, 2026 and Universal Remote TV control* on October 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*