# Universal TV Remote Control․ vs TV Remote & Universal Control+

Universal TV Remote Control․ and TV Remote & Universal Control+ both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Universal TV Remote Control․'s written reviews are positive against 40% of TV Remote & Universal Control+'s. TV Remote & Universal Control+'s advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (734 vs 78). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control․ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and TV Remote & Universal 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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Universal TV Remote Control․ against 4.6 for TV Remote & Universal Control+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote & Universal Control+ has 734 ratings behind it against 78, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Universal TV Remote Control․'s written reviews are positive against 40% of TV Remote & Universal Control+'s.

Universal TV Remote Control․ ships an update monthly, TV Remote & Universal Control+ every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control․ | TV Remote & Universal Control+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6747715013/reviews) | **[4.6 (734 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-and-universal-control-plus/id6754624090/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 78 | **734** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 157 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Raisa Apps Sp. z o. o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6797430482) | [MAXLABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249757953) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote Control․

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6747715013)

This application provides a convenient way to control your smart TV and streaming devices. It offers features like touchpad navigation, a built-in keyboard, and customizable shortcut buttons for quick access to your favorite apps. Voice search is also available on supported devices.

**Highlights:** Universal remote for Smart TVs & streaming devices, Smooth touchpad navigation, Built-in keyboard for quick input, Adjustable app shortcut buttons, Two customizable layouts, Voice search support

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly TV Remote Control Pro 2 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly TV Remote Control Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Universal TV Remote Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Months TV Remote Pro | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Universal TV Remote Pro 2 | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Universal TV Remote Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Universal TV Remote Pro 3 | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Remote Control for TV | $39.99 | one-time |


### TV Remote & Universal Control+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-and-universal-control-plus/id6754624090)

Transform your phone into a smart TV remote. Effortlessly control channels, volume, and apps on compatible smart TVs. Stream media from your phone directly to your TV screen with an intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** All-in-one smart TV remote, Easy WiFi connection, Channel and volume control, Touchpad and keyboard navigation, Media casting from phone to TV, App control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control․ free?

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

### Is TV Remote & Universal Control+ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control․ or TV Remote & Universal Control+?

TV Remote & Universal Control+ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control․ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 78 ratings, while TV Remote & Universal Control+ averages 4.6 from 734 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote Control․ or TV Remote & Universal Control+ have ads?

Neither Universal TV Remote Control․ nor TV Remote & Universal Control+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control․ or TV Remote & Universal Control+?

Universal TV Remote Control․ ships an update monthly, and TV Remote & Universal Control+ every 9 days. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control․ was updated on November 5, 2026 and TV Remote & Universal Control+ on November 5, 2026.

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