# TV Remote. Universal Control. vs Remote for Google & Android TV

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote. Universal Control. at 4.3 against Remote for Google & Android TV's 3.0. TV Remote. Universal Control. also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote. Universal Control. sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Remote for Google & Android TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote. Universal Control. holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively.

TV Remote. Universal Control. ships an update monthly, Remote for Google & Android TV every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote. Universal Control. | Remote for Google & Android TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6747133665/reviews)** | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-google-and-android-tv/id6759204071/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 107 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Seven Camps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1524695943) | [Agile Works](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874712854) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote. Universal Control.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6747133665)

Instantly control your smart TV from your phone. This universal remote app supports major brands like Samsung, Roku, and LG, offering features like power, volume, channel control, and keyboard input for seamless navigation and app launching.

**Highlights:** Universal brand support, Power, volume, and channel control, Touchpad navigation, Keyboard for typing and search, App launcher, Voice input support

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TV Remote Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| TV Remote weekly premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| TV Remote Lifetime Access | $39.99 | one-time |


### Remote for Google & Android TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-google-and-android-tv/id6759204071)

Transform your iPhone into a Wi-Fi remote for Google TV, Android TV, and Chromecast devices. Control navigation, volume, power, and apps with a customizable interface and one-tap automations. Connects seamlessly over Wi-Fi without requiring an account.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi remote control, Navigation and volume control, App launching, Custom remote builder, Automation routines, Multiple TV support

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime purchase | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote. Universal Control. free?

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

### Is Remote for Google & Android TV free?

Remote for Google & Android TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TV Remote. Universal Control. or Remote for Google & Android TV?

TV Remote. Universal Control. is rated higher. TV Remote. Universal Control. averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Remote for Google & Android TV averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do TV Remote. Universal Control. or Remote for Google & Android TV have ads?

Neither TV Remote. Universal Control. nor Remote for Google & Android TV shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TV Remote. Universal Control. or Remote for Google & Android TV?

TV Remote. Universal Control. ships an update monthly, and Remote for Google & Android TV every 3 months. Most recently, TV Remote. Universal Control. was updated on October 30, 2026 and Remote for Google & Android TV on October 31, 2026.

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