Comparison

TV Remote vs PDF to Text ◍

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

Head to head
About

TV Remote

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
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Lost your TV remote? Turn your iPhone into a smart remote for your TV—simple, fast, and convenient for everyday use. Universal TV Remote Control lets you connect instantly over Wi-Fi and enjoy smooth, reliable control with just a tap**—or just your voice.** Control your TV directly from your phone without needing the original remote. NEW: Voice Control Just tap the mic and say what you want: "Open YouTube", "Volume up", "Pause", or the name of a show. Your TV opens the app, runs the command, or searches for you—no more typing letter by letter with arrow keys. Why Choose Universal TV Remote Control? Easy Set-Up: Unlike other remote control apps, our app makes it incredibly simple to connect to most devices without needing a physical remote Compatibility: Compatible with many popular Smart TV brands and streaming devices, including Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Roku, Vizio, Hitachi, Xiaomi, and more. Supports devices such as: • Smart TVs running WebOS™ and Tizen™ operating systems. • Roku TV™ and Roku® streaming players,including Streaming Stick® devices • Chromecast built-in devices • Other Smart TVs and streaming devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Discover Our App's Main Features VOICE CONTROL & VOICE SEARCH POWER ON/OFF TOUCHPAD AND D-PAD KEYBOARD TV APPS MANAGEMENT MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL SOUND REGULATION NUMPAD FOR TV CHANNELS And much more to discover! Key Features: • Voice control Speak to your iPhone to control your TV. Open apps like YouTube and Netflix, change the volume, pause and play, go home or back—hands-free. • Voice search Say the name of a movie, show, or song and find it in seconds. On Google TV™ and Android TV™, your voice goes straight to the TV's own assistant, just like the mic button on a real remote. • Speak your language Choose the language you speak, and switch it anytime from the listening screen. Commands are understood in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Thai, Indonesian, Turkish, Polish, and Vietnamese. • Quick setup Automatically detects compatible TVs on your Wi-Fi network for instant pairing. • Full remote control Control power, volume, channels, mute, navigation, inputs, and app shortcuts with ease. • Smart Keyboard Use your iPhone keyboard to type on your TV—perfect for searching videos, apps, or logging in. • Smooth & stable connection Fast response with reliable performance and no extra hardware required. • Simple and intuitive design Clean, user-friendly interface designed for everyday use. • Photo & video casting Cast photos and videos from your phone directly to your Smart TV. Voice control uses your iPhone's microphone and Apple speech recognition. It needs an internet connection and works with supported Samsung, LG, Roku, Google TV and Android TV devices. Some features require a subscription. Available In-App Purchases: Weekly Subscription Monthly Subscription Yearly Subscription Subscription Terms: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Disclaimer: This app is an independent universal remote tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any TV manufacturer. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Terms of Use: Apple Standard EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: Need help or feedback? Contact us at: tvremote.support@gmail.com

About

PDF to Text ◍

Features
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PDF to Text is a focused utility for converting readable PDF content into plain text. Use it to inspect document text, create TXT output, and keep a lightweight copy of information from supported PDFs. The workflow is direct: choose a PDF, confirm the output name, run extraction, then review the generated text result. History helps you track recent conversions and reopen saved files. Password-protected PDFs or documents without readable text may not convert successfully. PDF to Text lets you use the app at no cost. However, premium access may be available as an optional in-app upgrade. Privacy Policy: https://alderpathstudio.github.io/PDF-to-Text/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://alderpathstudio.github.io/PDF-to-Text/term-of-use.html

Screenshots

TV Remote4 screens
PDF to Text ◍4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TV Remote at 15 against PDF to Text ◍'s 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. TV Remote sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and PDF to Text ◍ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
TV Remote versus PDF to Text ◍: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTV RemotePDF to Text ◍
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB14 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperNothern StudioJeny Goentoro

In-app purchases

4 purchases

TV Remote

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Pro Plan$1.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly$3.991 Year
  • Monthly Pro Plan$6.991 Month
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  • Yearly Pro Plan3 Days trial$9.991 Year
4 purchases

PDF to Text ◍

Subscriptions3
  • PDF to Text 1W$2.997 Days
  • 1M$5.991 Month
  • 1Y3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro$49.99

Questions

Is TV Remote free?
TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF to Text ◍ free?
PDF to Text ◍ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TV Remote or PDF to Text ◍ have ads?
Both TV Remote and PDF to Text ◍ show ads.

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