Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control ► vs TV Remote

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

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote Control ►

Control multiple smart TVs from your phone with this app. Connect via Wi-Fi to navigate menus, adjust volume, launch apps, and type using your phone's keyboard. Supports major brands like LG, Samsung, Roku, and Android TV.

Highlights
  • Control multiple smart TVs
  • Wi-Fi network connection
  • Navigate menus and adjust volume
  • Launch apps directly
  • On-screen keyboard for text input
  • Supports major TV brands
Features
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Universal TV Remote Control lets you control multiple smart TVs using just one app. No need to switch between different remotes! Manage all your TVs from a single interface. Connect your phone to the same Wi‑Fi network as your TV, and you’re ready to go. Navigate menus, adjust the volume, switch inputs, launch apps, or type using your phone’s keyboard, all in seconds. Whether you’re streaming, gaming, or just watching regular TV, control stays right in your hand. Supports many TV Brands: • LG • Samsung • Roku • Fire TV • Vizio TV • Android TV / Google TV • Many models of Philips, TCL, Onn, etc.. Note: Some tv models of the brands may not be supported for remote control by the app. Features: • Auto‑detect TVs on the same Wi‑Fi network • Works with leading brands including LG, Samsung, Roku, Fire TV, Vizio TV, Google TV, and Android TV • Smooth touchpad navigation for effortless browsing and control • Open apps directly without needing the original remote • Fast text input through an on‑screen keyboard • More exciting features! Note: Feature availability may vary based on the TV brand and model. Some functions may not be supported on certain devices. So what are you waiting for? Download Universal TV Remote Control and start controlling your smart tv from your device! Disclaimer: Universal TV Remote Control is an independent app and is not affiliated with, related to, or in any way associated with any of the brands or companies mentioned within the app or its descriptions, including but not limited to LG, Samsung, Roku, Fire TV, Vizio TV, Android TV, Google TV, Philips, TCL, and Onn. ************************** Subscriptions & Terms ************************** The usage of the Universal TV Remote Control ► app requires a valid subscription. Free trial automatically converts to a paid subscription unless canceled at least 24-hours before the end of the trial period. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. All subscriptions automatically renew if it is not cancelled within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for the next subscription period up to 24 hours prior to the current subscription expiring. It is not possible to cancel an existing in-app subscription. You can disable the automatic renewal function at any time by adjusting your account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://www.algotwist.com/apps/tv-remote/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use

About

TV Remote

Transform your iPhone into a powerful smart TV remote. Instantly control major brands like Samsung, LG, and Fire TV over Wi-Fi with no setup required. Navigate, search, and manage media with ease.

Highlights
  • Instant TV detection
  • Works with major brands
  • No setup required
  • Smooth control with touch gestures
  • Fast keyboard input
  • Full media control
  • App launcher
  • Power control (Wake-on-LAN)
Features
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STOP WASTING TIME searching for a lost TV remote or dealing with dead batteries. Turn your iPhone into a POWERFUL SMART TV REMOTE — instantly. NO SETUP. NO PAIRING. NO DELAYS. Open the app. Connect to Wi-Fi. Take control in seconds. TAKE FULL CONTROL — FAST Control your Smart TV, Samsung TV, LG TV, Fire TV, TCL TV, Hisense TV, Sony TV, and Vizio TV with speed, precision, and zero effort. Use it as a Samsung TV remote, LG TV remote, Fire TV remote, TCL TV remote, Hisense TV remote, Sony TV remote, and Vizio TV remote — all in one universal remote control for TV. Search faster. Navigate smoother. Control everything directly from your phone with the best remote control for TV experience. WHAT YOU GET: • INSTANT TV DETECTION Automatically finds compatible Smart TVs and streaming devices on your Wi-Fi network • WORKS WITH MAJOR BRANDS Samsung, LG, Fire TV, TCL, Hisense, Sony, Vizio • NO SETUP REQUIRED Start using your universal TV remote control immediately • SMOOTH CONTROL Touch gestures or classic D-Pad buttons • FAST KEYBOARD INPUT Type searches and passwords in seconds • FULL MEDIA CONTROL Play, pause, rewind, fast forward, volume, mute • APP LAUNCHER Open your favorite apps directly from your phone • POWER CONTROL Turn your TV on/off (Wake-on-LAN supported) STOP USING OUTDATED REMOTES. Upgrade to a faster, smarter universal TV remote app. DOWNLOAD NOW and take control instantly. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Amazon, TCL, Hisense, Sony, or Vizio. All trademarks are used only to indicate compatibility.

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control ►4 screens
TV Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TV Remote at none against Universal TV Remote Control ►'s 10. Universal TV Remote Control ►'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Universal TV Remote Control ► sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. TV Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal TV Remote Control ► holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 83 and 23 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Universal TV Remote Control ► ships an update every 2 weeks, TV Remote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 3 level
Universal TV Remote Control ► versus TV Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control ►TV Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (83 ratings) — better4.5 (23 ratings)
Number of ratings83 — better23
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlgoTwist Ltdabdessamad moukarrame

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control ►

Subscriptions9
  • Universal TV Remote Weekly7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote Weekly7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • Universal TV Remote Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Universal TV Remote Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Universal TV Remote Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Universal TV Remote Yearly3 Days trial$31.991 Year
  • Universal TV Remote Yearly$31.991 Year
  • Universal TV Remote Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • TV Remote Full Access$39.99
None

TV Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control ► free?
Universal TV Remote Control ► is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control ► or TV Remote?
Universal TV Remote Control ► is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control ► averages 4.8 out of 5 from 83 ratings, while TV Remote averages 4.5 from 23 ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote Control ► or TV Remote have ads?
TV Remote shows ads; Universal TV Remote Control ► does not.
Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote Control ► or TV Remote?
Universal TV Remote Control ► ships an update every 2 weeks, and TV Remote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote Control ► was updated on November 5, 2026 and TV Remote on November 9, 2026.

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