Comparison

Remote Control vs Smart TV · Universal Remote

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

Head to head
About

Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control volume, channels, and navigate with a touchpad. Connects wirelessly over Wi-Fi for instant, hassle-free control of multiple TVs.

Highlights
  • Full remote functions
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Favorite channel access
  • Auto-Wi-Fi connection
  • Multi-TV support
  • Haptic feedback
Features
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Turn your iPhone into the powerful remote for your Smart TV. Forget about lost or broken remotes - with this app, your phone does it all. Key Features: - Full remote functions: volume, channels, inputs & more. - Easy touchpad navigation with Home, Back & Menu. - One-tap access to your favorite channels directly from the app. - Auto-connects to your TV over Wi-Fi - no setup hassle. - Works with multiple TVs in one app. - Smooth design with haptic feedback for realistic control. How It Works: 1. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi. 2. Launch the app and select your TV. 3. Enjoy instant, wireless control. Say goodbye to missing remotes and hello to a faster, smarter way to control your TV. ______________________ You can purchase an auto-renewable subscription to get full access. Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews for the same price and the duration period depends on the selected plan (weekly or yearly) unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off the auto-renewal feature at any time by changing your account settings. Please choose from our standard subscription options below: 1-week subscription from $3.99; 12-month subscription from $19.99. Prices may change depending on your country. Privacy Policy: https://appliks.com/privacy-policy ​​Terms of Use: https://appliks.com/terms-of-use

About

Smart TV · Universal Remote

Features
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Smart TV · Universal Remote lets you control compatible Smart TVs from your iPhone in seconds. No more lost remotes or switching between different apps. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network and start controlling instantly. Designed for many popular Smart TV systems and network-enabled streaming devices. Main features: Automatic TV detection on your local Wi-Fi Full remote controls: power, volume, channels, navigation, playback, home, and back Multiple control modes: D-pad, touchpad, and numpad Built-in keyboard for faster text entry Quick app launch for popular streaming services Media casting (photos and videos) to compatible TVs Fast reconnect to your last connected device Premium features: Unlimited remote actions Unlimited keyboard access Instant app launch Ad-free experience Priority support Subscription details: Weekly, monthly, and yearly plans may be available Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period Manage and cancel anytime in your App Store account settings Any unused free trial portion (if offered) is forfeited after purchase This app is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV manufacturer, streaming platform, or media service brand. EULA (Terms of Use): https://tvremoteuniversal.netlify.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://tvremoteuniversal.netlify.app/privacy

Screenshots

Remote Control4 screens
Smart TV · Universal Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Smart TV · Universal Remote at 3 against Remote Control's 1. Smart TV · Universal Remote also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, 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. Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Smart TV · Universal Remote sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Remote Control versus Smart TV · Universal Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote ControlSmart TV · Universal Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (8 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size152 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppLiks Sp. z O.O.Alberto Gonzalez Alfaro

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Access with Trial3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$3.997 Days
  • Yearly Access$19.991 Year
5 purchases

Smart TV · Universal Remote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Access$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access - Welcome Offer$4.99
  • Lifetime Access$9.99

Questions

Is Remote Control free?
Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart TV · Universal Remote free?
Smart TV · Universal Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote Control or Smart TV · Universal Remote have ads?
Both Remote Control and Smart TV · Universal Remote show ads.

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