# Universal TV Remote Control․ vs Universal Remote

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Universal TV Remote Control․ at 100% against Universal Remote's 23%. Universal TV Remote Control․ also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.9) and ads (none vs shown). Universal Remote's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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 Universal Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote Control․ holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 69 and 54 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Universal TV Remote Control․'s written reviews are positive against 23% of Universal Remote's.

Universal TV Remote Control․ ships an update monthly, Universal Remote every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote Control․ | Universal Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-control/id6747715013/reviews)** | [3.9 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6755592247/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **69** | 54 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 23.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 157 MB | 249 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Raisa Apps Sp. z o. o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6797430482) | [Appenvision Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517746904) |

## 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 |


### Universal Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-tv-control/id6755592247)

Control your smart TV directly from your phone with this universal remote app. Easily navigate menus, launch apps, and cast photos or videos to a larger screen. Enjoy a simplified entertainment experience without needing a physical remote.

**Highlights:** Smart TV universal remote, Launch TV apps, Photo casting, Video casting, IPTV playlist support, Quick Wi-Fi connection

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced Remote Toolkit | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Advanced Remote Toolkit | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Exclusive Smart TV Control | $19.99 | per month |
| Ultimate TV Screen Control | $49.99 | per year |
| Ultimate TV Screen Control | $49.99 | per year |
| All-in-One Remote Features | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote Control․ free?

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

### Is Universal Remote free?

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

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

Universal TV Remote Control․ is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control․ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while Universal Remote averages 3.9 from 54 ratings.

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

Universal Remote shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control․ does not.

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

Universal TV Remote Control․ ships an update monthly, and Universal Remote every 5 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control․ was updated on October 25, 2026 and Universal Remote on October 25, 2026.

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