Comparison

Traksify vs Universal

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

Head to head
About

Traksify

Features
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TRAKSIFY Protect – Real-time GPS tracking for people, pets and assets Know where the people, pets and things that matter are – at any moment. TRAKSIFY Protect shows your TRAKSIFY GPS devices live on the map, alerts you the moment something needs your attention, and lets you share locations safely with the people you trust. LIVE TRACKING - Real-time positions on several map styles, from street level to world view - Follow mode keeps a moving device centred on the map - Route history and activity reports, exportable as PDF or Excel INSTANT ALERTS - SOS button alerts by push notification – plus WhatsApp to an extra emergency contact of your choice - Safe zones (geofences): get notified when a device enters or leaves an area - Low-battery and device status alerts SHARE SAFELY - Share a device by QR code or email, for a period you choose - Every share is confirmed with a one-time code and can be stopped at any time - Private Community: share locations within your own trusted circle MADE FOR EVERYDAY USE - One dashboard for all your devices - Adjustable tracking modes to balance accuracy and battery life - Quick device setup by QR code - Face ID / fingerprint login - Available in English, German, French, Spanish and Chinese YOUR DATA, PROTECTED GDPR compliant and hosted in Europe. Ideal for families, pet owners, outdoor enthusiasts and businesses. Works exclusively with official TRAKSIFY GPS devices. Learn more: https://traksify.com

About

Universal

Control your smart TV and cast media directly from your phone. This app offers universal compatibility with major smart TV brands via WiFi, allowing you to manage volume, channels, and navigate menus. Share photos and videos from your device to the big screen seamlessly.

Highlights
  • Universal TV compatibility via WiFi
  • Cast photos and videos to TV
  • Intuitive touchpad navigation
  • App and channel launcher
  • Built-in keyboard for easy input
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Turn your iPhone into the ultimate smart TV remote — no extra hardware, no setup hassle. Connect over your home WiFi and get full control of Roku, Samsung, LG, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, Chromecast, and more. Whether you lost the remote or just want a better way to control your TV, you're ready in seconds. SUPPORTED DEVICES • Roku (TCL Roku TV, Sharp Roku TV, Hisense Roku TV, and all Roku OS devices) • Samsung Smart TV (Tizen OS) • LG Smart TV (webOS) • Amazon Fire TV (Fire TV Stick, Toshiba, Insignia, and Fire TV Edition TVs) • Android TV & Google TV (Sony, TCL, Chromecast with Google TV, and more) • Chromecast / Google Cast KEY FEATURES Touchpad Control Slide your finger across the screen like a laptop trackpad to navigate TV menus smoothly. Samsung and LG users get a real on-screen pointer — move and click just like a mouse. Built-in Keyboard Searching Netflix or entering a Wi-Fi password on your TV? Type on your phone keyboard and the text appears on screen instantly. No more pecking through on-screen letters one by one. Quick App Launch Open Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video, Spotify, or Twitch with a single tap. Add up to 8 favorites, drag to reorder — your most-used apps always one tap away. TV Power On / Off Wake a sleeping TV over WiFi with Wake-on-LAN — no need to get up. Power off any supported brand directly from the app. Wide Brand Support Works with Roku, Samsung, LG, Amazon Fire TV, Sony, TCL, Google TV, Chromecast, and other Android TV devices. One app for every TV in your home. Full Button Set Everything your physical remote has — volume up/down/mute, channel +/-, source/input, D-pad navigation, OK/Back/Home, play/pause, rewind, fast-forward (3 speeds), color buttons (red/green/yellow/blue), and a numpad (0-9) for direct channel entry. Media Cast Send photos and videos from your iPhone gallery to the big screen. Slideshow mode auto-advances every 5 seconds, or pause anytime. Supports Google Cast and compatible Android TV devices. Themes Personalize your remote with 6 built-in themes: Default, Retro, Ocean, Ember, Forest, and Lavender. HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect your iPhone and your TV to the same WiFi network 2. Open the app — your TV is detected automatically 3. Tap to connect and start controlling in seconds SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS Unlock all premium features with a plan that works for you: • Weekly subscription • Monthly subscription • Annual subscription Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID Account Settings. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, Roku Inc., Google LLC, Amazon, or any other brand mentioned. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Terms of Use: https://dimention.app/controller-air-terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://dimention.app/controller-air-privacy-policy

Screenshots

Traksify4 screens
Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Traksify at none against Universal's 8. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Traksify asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Traksify versus Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTraksifyUniversal
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (36 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—36 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 daysEvery 2 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlemanni Private LimitedDIMENTION UYGULAMA VE YAZILIM GELISTIRME ANONIM SIRKETI

In-app purchases

None

Traksify

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Universal

Subscriptions6
  • TV Remote Controller Weekly$4.997 Days
  • TV Remote Controller Monthly$6.991 Month
  • TV Controller Pro - Weekly$7.997 Days
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  • TV Remote Controller Monthly$9.991 Month
  • TV Remote Controller Annual$29.991 Year
  • TV Controller Pro - Annual$49.991 Year
One-time2
  • Command Air Lifetime Lite$29.99
  • Life Time$74.99

Questions

Is Traksify free?
Traksify is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal free?
Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Traksify or Universal have ads?
Neither Traksify nor Universal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Traksify or Universal?
Traksify ships an update every 2 days, and Universal every 2 days. Most recently, Traksify was updated on October 16, 2026 and Universal on October 12, 2026.

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