Comparison

TV Remote Control AI Universal vs Smart Remote Controller TV

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote Control AI Universal

Transform your phone into a universal smart TV remote. Control channels, volume, and playback with an intuitive interface. Discover personalized movie and music recommendations with an AI assistant.

Highlights
  • Universal smart TV remote control
  • Channel and volume adjustment
  • Playback controls
  • AI-powered content recommendations
  • Cast photos and videos
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a powerful universal remote for your Smart TV. Smart AI Remote Control for TV lets you control most modern Smart TVs right from your phone - no physical remote, no extra hardware. Just connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network and you're ready to go in seconds. Choose the control mode that fits you best: - D-Pad - classic directional pad with OK, Volume, and Channel buttons for fast, familiar navigation - Touchpad - move your finger across the screen just like a laptop trackpad, then tap to click; perfect for smart TV interfaces and app menus - Numpad - full number keyboard for instant channel switching and quick input Meet Tviko, your built-in AI assistant. Not sure what to watch tonight? Tell Tviko your mood or preferences and get personalized movie, series, and music recommendations in seconds. Key Features: - Works with most modern Smart TVs, including Samsung, LG, Sony, and more - Three control modes: D-Pad, Touchpad, and Numpad - Full remote functionality: power, volume, channels, playback (play, pause, stop, rewind, forward) - Cast photos and videos from your phone to the big screen Tviko AI assistant for personalized content recommendations - Clean, intuitive interface - no clutter, no learning curve Whether you prefer tapping directional buttons, swiping like a trackpad, or typing in a channel number directly, Smart AI Remote Control for TV adapts to how you like to control your TV. Disclaimer: Smart AI Remote Control for TV is an independent third-party application. This app is NOT the official application of Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Vizio, TCL, Toshiba, Hisense, Roku, Fire TV, Insignia, Xfinity, Element, or any other brand. The app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any TV manufacturer. Smart AI Remote Control for TV offers optional auto-renewing subscriptions. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q2Q5uL4U_CYSwDFGPdzznadAFmW_v3LqO7ptRyQaYB8/ Terms of Usehttps: //docs.google.com/document/d/1SsSuJgPXBaTqS_h8o3Y2tL9XaeJMS6S6v0vI5XdM8NY

About

Smart Remote Controller TV

Control your Smart TV using your phone over WiFi. This app offers a clean interface and responsive controls for everyday TV use, connecting to Smart TVs on the same network for smooth and reliable operation. It supports volume, channel adjustment, power on/off, and touchpad navigation.

Highlights
  • Control Smart TV over WiFi
  • Volume and channel adjustment
  • Power on/off (supported models)
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Quick connection
  • User-friendly design
Features
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Smart Remote Controller TV is a powerful and easy-to-use app that lets you control your Smart TV directly from your phone over WiFi — and watch live TV channels through IPTV right on your device. SMART TV REMOTE CONTROL • Control your Smart TV over WiFi • Volume and channel adjustment • Power on / off (supported models) • Touchpad navigation for easy browsing • Quick connection to TV on the same network • Smooth, responsive control experience • Simple and clean interface Supported brands: LG webOS, Samsung, Sony, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, and more. IPTV — LIVE TV STREAMING • Load any M3U/M3U8 playlist URL to browse live TV channels • Choose from built-in free playlists by category (News, Sports, Movies, Music, Kids, Entertainment, Documentary) or by country (Vietnam, USA, UK, Korea, Japan, and 30+ more) • Watch live channels directly on your phone • Cast live TV channels to your connected Smart TV via DLNA or ADB • Search and filter channels by name or group • Save favorite channels for quick access • Recent channels history Note: IPTV playlists are provided by the open-source iptv-org community project. Channel availability depends on the playlist source and is not guaranteed. This app does not host or own any streaming content. EASY SETUP 1. Connect your phone and Smart TV to the same WiFi network 2. Select your TV from the device list 3. Start controlling your TV — or browse IPTV channels No complicated setup required. IMPORTANT NOTES • WiFi connection required (IR/infrared is not supported) • Your phone and TV must be on the same network for remote control • IPTV feature: free users can watch up to 3 channels; unlimited access available with Premium subscription • IPTV content is sourced from user-provided or public M3U playlists WHY CHOOSE SMART REMOTE CONTROLLER TV? • All-in-one: TV remote + IPTV player in one app • Fast WiFi connection with stable performance • User-friendly design for all ages • Compatible with most Smart TVs • Premium subscription for unlimited IPTV + ad-free experience Download Smart Remote Controller TV and enjoy a smarter way to manage your TV and watch live channels — all from your phone. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TV Remote Control AI Universal4 screens
Smart Remote Controller TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Remote Controller TV at 5.0 against TV Remote Control AI Universal's 4.3. Smart Remote Controller TV also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). TV Remote Control AI Universal's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (11 vs 3). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Control AI Universal sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Smart Remote Controller TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart Remote Controller TV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote Control AI Universal ships an update every 8 days, Smart Remote Controller TV fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
TV Remote Control AI Universal versus Smart Remote Controller TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote Control AI UniversalSmart Remote Controller TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (11 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings11 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size166 MB44 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCODINYX LTDCuong Kieu Van

Customer experience

TV Remote Control AI Universal

All ratings11 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%

Smart Remote Controller TV

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

TV Remote Control AI Universal

Subscriptions6
  • Premium Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Access$6.997 Days
  • Smart AI Remote Control - Premium3 Months trial$8.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Premium Access$9.997 Days
  • Premium Access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Access$39.991 Year
2 purchases

Smart Remote Controller TV

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is TV Remote Control AI Universal free?
TV Remote Control AI Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Remote Controller TV free?
Smart Remote Controller TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote Control AI Universal or Smart Remote Controller TV?
Smart Remote Controller TV is rated higher. TV Remote Control AI Universal averages 4.3 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Smart Remote Controller TV averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do TV Remote Control AI Universal or Smart Remote Controller TV have ads?
Smart Remote Controller TV shows ads; TV Remote Control AI Universal does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote Control AI Universal or Smart Remote Controller TV?
TV Remote Control AI Universal ships an update every 8 days, and Smart Remote Controller TV fortnightly. Most recently, TV Remote Control AI Universal was updated on October 30, 2026 and Smart Remote Controller TV on October 25, 2026.

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