Comparison

Engineer Ally Mobile vs Remote for Google & Android TV

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

Head to head
About

Engineer Ally Mobile

Features
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This companion app connects to our IoT device via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to configure its local Wi-Fi settings, collect device details such as Device Name, and securely registers it in our backend database—all in just a few taps. Requires BLE support.

About

Remote for Google & Android TV

Transform your iPhone into a Wi-Fi remote for Google TV, Android TV, and Chromecast devices. Control navigation, volume, power, and apps with a customizable interface and one-tap automations. Connects seamlessly over Wi-Fi without requiring an account.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi remote control
  • Navigation and volume control
  • App launching
  • Custom remote builder
  • Automation routines
  • Multiple TV support
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a Wi‑Fi remote for Google TV, Android TV, and Chromecast with Google TV — including TCL, Hisense, Sony, NVIDIA Shield, and Onn. Pair with the code on your TV (or scan it), then control navigation, volume, power, and apps. Build a custom remote layout and run automations with one tap. COMPATIBILITY Works with: Google TV, Android TV, Chromecast with Google TV. Does not work with: Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, or older Cast-only Chromecast (without Google TV). iPhone and TV must be on the same Wi‑Fi. No account required. WHAT YOU GET • Touchpad and D-pad — swipe to move; one tap Home, two taps Back • Full remote — volume, power, voice, and playback • One-tap apps — Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, or any installed app • Custom remote builder — place buttons, set colors, save templates • Automations — record or build routines (bedtime, movie night) • Multiple TVs — save living room and bedroom, auto-connect • Keep the screen on while you watch FREE TO START Unlimited remote for 3 days. Then 20 commands per day. Unlock Pro with a one-time purchase — no subscription. HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect iPhone and TV to the same Wi‑Fi 2. Open the app and select your TV (or enter the pairing code) 3. Control from Remote, swipe pad, Apps, or your custom layout TROUBLESHOOTING • TV not found? Same Wi‑Fi, TV on, turn off VPN or guest network • Pairing failed? Use Repair pairing or re-enter the code SUPPORT support@agileworks.app DISCLAIMER This app is not an official Google product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Google in any way. Android TV, Chromecast, and related marks are trademarks of Google LLC.

Screenshots

Engineer Ally Mobile4 screens
Remote for Google & Android TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Engineer Ally Mobile at none against Remote for Google & Android TV's 1. Engineer Ally Mobile also leads on iOS requirement (12.2 vs 16.0). 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. Remote for Google & Android TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Engineer Ally Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Engineer Ally Mobile versus Remote for Google & Android TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEngineer Ally MobileRemote for Google & Android TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.2 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEngineer AllyAgile Works

In-app purchases

None

Engineer Ally Mobile

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Remote for Google & Android TV

One-time1
  • Lifetime purchase$3.99

Questions

Is Engineer Ally Mobile free?
Engineer Ally Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote for Google & Android TV free?
Remote for Google & Android TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Engineer Ally Mobile or Remote for Google & Android TV have ads?
Neither Engineer Ally Mobile nor Remote for Google & Android TV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Engineer Ally Mobile or Remote for Google & Android TV?
Engineer Ally Mobile ships an update every 3 months, and Remote for Google & Android TV every 3 months. Most recently, Engineer Ally Mobile was updated on October 7, 2026 and Remote for Google & Android TV on October 5, 2026.

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