Comparison

Inside INTL vs Universal

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

Head to head
About

Inside INTL

Features
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Inside INTL - App Lock Manager, a tool dedicated to parental control, privacy protection and screen time management. Primary Functions: Parental Control: Control the time minors spend on playing mobile phones and restrict game and entertainment apps with one tap. You can also prohibit app installation/deletion, in-app purchases, and access to adult websites, etc. Privacy Protection: Restrict any app to effectively prevent others from looking through your phone. Set a startup password and turn on the camouflage mode to provide double protection. System Settings: Support system-level control such as prohibiting app installation/deletion, in-app purchases, and prohibiting modification of account information. Automatic Restriction: You can set the duration, schedule or location range in advance. The application will be automatically restricted when the condition is triggered, so you don't have to worry about forgetting to manually turn on the function. Other Functions: Quick Operation: Shake or flip the phone screen to immediately return to the desktop. Camouflage Mode: One-tap to change into a calculator. Change Icon: Multiple icons to for you to switch. Intrusion Protection: Automatically capture intruders when an incorrect PIN code is entered. Membership Subscription Instructions: In accordance with the auto-renewal rules, membership will be automatically renewed upon expiration of your membership unless you cancel your membership subscription less than 24 hours prior to the expiration date. - Privacy Policy: https://inside.aitoolsdeveloper.com/static/InsideINTLPrivacyPolicy.html - User Service Agreement: https://inside.aitoolsdeveloper.com/static/InsideINTLUserAgreement.html - Member Subscription Agreement: https://inside.aitoolsdeveloper.com/static/InsideINTLSubscriptionAgreement.html

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

Inside INTL4 screens
Universal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Universal at every 2 days against Inside INTL's every 9 days. 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. Inside INTL sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Universal sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Inside INTL ships an update every 9 days, Universal every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and July 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Inside INTL versus Universal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInside INTLUniversal
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (36 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—36 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer盼 刘Avus Ar-Ge

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Inside INTL

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan$42.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$69.99
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
Show 3 more
  • 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 Inside INTL free?
Inside INTL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal free?
Universal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Inside INTL or Universal have ads?
Neither Inside INTL nor Universal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Inside INTL or Universal?
Inside INTL ships an update every 9 days, and Universal every 2 days. Most recently, Inside INTL was updated on September 10, 2026 and Universal on July 25, 2026.

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