# TV Remote vs Universal Remote Control・TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TV Remote at 100% against Universal Remote Control・TV's 0%. TV Remote also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 11 days). Universal Remote Control・TV's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TV Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Universal Remote Control・TV sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 0% of Universal Remote Control・TV's.

TV Remote ships an update every 2 days, Universal Remote Control・TV every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TV Remote | Universal Remote Control・TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6748515879/reviews)** | [4.3 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-controltv/id6751764227/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **10** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nothern Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/907836066) | [Zentera Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1836701344) |

## What reviewers say

### TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-universal-control/id6748515879)

Transform your iPhone into a universal remote for Smart TVs and streaming devices. Easily control power, volume, channels, and use your phone's keyboard for searching. Cast photos and videos directly to your TV.

**Highlights:** Universal TV control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Smart keyboard input, Media player control, Photo & video casting, Quick setup

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro Plan | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $3.99 | per year |
| Monthly Pro Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro Plan | $9.99 | per year |


### Universal Remote Control・TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-remote-controltv/id6751764227)

Transform your iPhone into a powerful universal remote for your Smart TV. Easily control various TV brands, navigate menus with a touchpad, and input text with a smart keyboard, all without a physical remote.

**Highlights:** Universal Smart TV control, Wi-Fi network connection, Touchpad navigation, Smart keyboard input, Quick app launching, Simple user interface

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TV Remote free?

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

### Is Universal Remote Control・TV free?

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

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

TV Remote is rated higher. TV Remote averages 5.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Universal Remote Control・TV averages 4.3 from 10 ratings.

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

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

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

TV Remote ships an update every 2 days, and Universal Remote Control・TV every 11 days. Most recently, TV Remote was updated on October 24, 2026 and Universal Remote Control・TV on October 24, 2026.

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