Comparison

TV Remote. Universal Control. vs Smart 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. Universal Control.

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
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Lost your TV remote? Control your TV instantly from your phone. Universal TV Remote works with Samsung, Roku, LG, Fire TV, Google TV, Sony, Vizio, Hisense and more — giving you fast access to power, volume, channels, keyboard typing, touchpad navigation, and smart app shortcuts in seconds. WHY USERS LOVE IT • No more lost or broken remote • Fast Wi-Fi connection • Easy setup • Clean modern design • One app for multiple TVs • Reliable backup remote anywhere FEATURES • Power On / Off • Volume & Channels • Touchpad Navigation • Keyboard for Netflix, YouTube & Search • App Launcher • Voice Input (if supported) • Multi-brand support SUPPORTED BRANDS Samsung • Roku • LG • Fire TV • Google TV • Sony • Vizio • Hisense • And More PREMIUM WITHOUT THE SCAM FEEL Transparent pricing. No confusing setup. Upgrade for ad-free control and advanced features. LEGAL This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, Roku, LG, Fire TV, or other brands listed. Terms And Privacy https://sevencamps.com/privacy-policy/ https://sevencamps.com/terms-and-conditions/

About

Smart Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for any Smart TV. This app offers auto-discovery, full remote control, keyboard input, and brand-specific features. Upgrade to premium for touchpad mode, app launching, and custom layouts.

Highlights
  • Universal remote control
  • Auto-discovery of Smart TVs
  • Keyboard input for search
  • iOS Widget support
  • Wake-on-LAN functionality
  • Touchpad mode (premium)
  • App launcher (premium)
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a universal remote control for any Smart TV. Remote Control TV replaces all your physical remotes with one beautiful, easy-to-use app. SUPPORTED TV BRANDS: - Samsung Smart TV - LG WebOS TV - Sony Bravia TV - TCL & Hisense Smart TVs - Roku TV & Streaming Devices - Amazon Fire TV - NVIDIA SHIELD KEY FEATURES: - Auto-Discovery: Automatically finds Smart TVs on your Wi-Fi network - Full Remote Control: D-pad navigation, volume, channel, power, and more - Keyboard Input: Type text on your TV for search and login - Number Pad: Quick channel entry with number keys - Brand-Specific Controls: Custom buttons for each TV brand (Bixby, Smart Hub, etc.) - iOS Widget: Control your TV right from your home screen - Wake-on-LAN: Turn on your TV remotely PREMIUM FEATURES: - Touchpad Mode: Navigate like a laptop trackpad - App Launcher: Launch Netflix, YouTube, and other apps directly - Macros & Automation: Create one-tap routines (e.g., "Movie Night" = Power On + HDMI 2 + Netflix) - Custom Layouts: Rearrange buttons to match your workflow - Ad-Free Experience - Unlimited TV Connections HOW IT WORKS: 1. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network 2. Open the app — your TV is discovered automatically 3. Pair with one tap (Samsung: Allow on TV, LG: Enter PIN) 4. Start controlling your TV! No hub, no extra hardware, no account required. Just your iPhone and your TV. ---------------- ## Terms of Use https://cuongproit.github.io/remote-control-tv-docs/terms.html ## Privacy Policy URL https://cuongproit.github.io/remote-control-tv-docs/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

TV Remote. Universal Control.4 screens
Smart Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TV Remote. Universal Control. at none against Smart Remote Control's shown. Smart Remote Control's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. Universal Control. sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Smart Remote Control sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 11 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TV Remote. Universal Control. ships an update monthly, Smart Remote Control every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TV Remote. Universal Control. versus Smart Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV Remote. Universal Control.Smart Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5 ratings)4.9 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings511 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeven Camps LLCPhi Anh

Customer experience

TV Remote. Universal Control.

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Smart Remote Control

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

TV Remote. Universal Control.

Subscriptions4
  • TV Remote Premium$5.991 Month
  • TV Remote weekly premium$5.997 Days
  • Annual Premium$19.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • TV Remote Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • TV Remote Lifetime Access$39.99
8 purchases

Smart Remote Control

Subscriptions6
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial2 variants$7.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial2 variants$12.991 Month
  • Premium Annual - Special Offer3 Days trial$19.991 Year
Show 3 more
  • Premium Annual Promo3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime$59.99
  • Premium Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is TV Remote. Universal Control. free?
TV Remote. Universal Control. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Remote Control free?
Smart Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TV Remote. Universal Control. or Smart Remote Control?
Smart Remote Control is rated higher. TV Remote. Universal Control. averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Smart Remote Control averages 4.9 from 11 ratings.
Do TV Remote. Universal Control. or Smart Remote Control have ads?
Smart Remote Control shows ads; TV Remote. Universal Control. does not.
Which is updated more often, TV Remote. Universal Control. or Smart Remote Control?
TV Remote. Universal Control. ships an update monthly, and Smart Remote Control every 3 days. Most recently, TV Remote. Universal Control. was updated on November 8, 2026 and Smart Remote Control on October 31, 2026.

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